Hanam City Athletics Federation Presidents Cup Cherry Blossom Marathon

The Hanam City Athletics Federation President's Cup Cherry Blossom Marathon is a regional running event held in spring when cherry blossoms are in full bloom. It takes place on Sunday, April 12, 2026, offering participants an opportunity to enjoy a healthy run amidst the spring scenery. This event is hosted by the Hanam City Sports Council and organized by the Hanam City Athletics Federation, with generous support from sponsors such as Shinyong Advertisement, Eun Design, Hurinaun Hospital, and Run Corp Company.

The venue for the marathon is Dangjeongdeul, featuring a course that circulates around a 4.3km loop. Participants can enjoy their run while taking in the beautiful spring landscape. The main events include a 5km Fun Run and a 10km race, with registration open to the first 500 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. The 5km event has no age limit, but children in elementary school or younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All participants must be in good physical health and agree to the event's terms and conditions to be eligible.

The participation fee for the 5km race is 25,000 won, and for the 10km race, it is 30,000 won. The time limit for the 5km race is 45 minutes, and for the 10km race, it is 90 minutes. Both races will use timing chips to record participants' performances. Participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt, water, an energy bar, a finisher's medal, and a mobile finisher's certificate. These tokens aim to provide participants with fond memories and a sense of accomplishment from the event.

The event schedule is as follows: On Sunday, April 12, 2026, announcements and the distribution of bibs and commemorative gifts will begin at 5:30 AM. The opening ceremony, including national anthems and declarations, will commence at 6:30 AM, followed by a warm-up stretching session at 6:40 AM. The races will start at 7:00 AM with the 10km participants, followed by the 5km runners at 7:15 AM. The awards ceremony is scheduled for 8:00 AM, and the closing ceremony at 9:30 AM. Please note that the schedule and times may be subject to minor changes depending on the progress of the event.

Race results and records can be checked on the website, allowing participants to review their performance. Additionally, the event features various interactive sections such as announcements, a free bulletin board, and a photo gallery, where participants can find event-related information and interact with fellow runners. The 'About the Federation' and 'Federation News' sections provide information about the Hanam City Athletics Federation. This marathon aims to be more than just a race; it is intended to be a festival contributing to community harmony and the promotion of health.