2027 Fubon Life Kaohsiung Marathon Regulations
1. Supervising Organizations:
Ministry of Sports, Chinese Taipei Athletics Association, and Kaohsiung City Government.
2. Organizer:
Sports Development Bureau, Kaohsiung City Government.
3. Title Sponsor:
Fubon Life Insurance Co., Ltd.
4. Execution Unit:
H2U Running Biji.
5. Event Date & Time:
1. Saturday, January 9, 2027, 07:00-10:00 – Fun Run.
2. Sunday, January 10, 2027, 05:00-12:30 – Marathon and Half Marathon.
6. Event Venue:
Start: Kaohsiung Shidai Boulevard, Qianzhen District, Kaohsiung City.
Finish: Kaohsiung World Games Stadium (No. 100, Shiyun Boulevard, Zuoying District)
Note: For the Fun Run only, both the start and finish are located at the Kaohsiung World Games Stadium.
7. Race Information:
| Race Date | January 10 (Sun.) | January 9 (Sat.) | ||
| Category | Marathon | Half Marathon | Fun Run | |
| Special Category | - | - | - | Pet Run Carnival |
| Distance | 42.195 KM | 21 KM | 5 KM | |
| Maximum Number of Participants | 3,500 | 6,500 | 3,000 | |
| Registration Fee | NT$1,500 | NT$1,300 | NT$500 | NT$600 |
| Early-Bird Fee | NT$1,300 | NT$1,100 | NT$400 | NT$500 |
| Timing Chip Deposit | NT$100 | NT$100 | No timing chip | |
| Gathering Time | 05:00 - 05:20 | 05:20 - 05:50 | 07:00 - 07:25 | |
| Start Time | 05:20 | 06:00 | 07:30 | |
| Time Limit | 6 hr 10 min | 3 hr 10 min | 1 hr | |
| Finish Area Closing Time | 11:30 | 09:10 | 08:30 | |
| Important Notes | 1. The early-bird registration period is from September 21 to September 27, 2026 at 23:59. 2. The NT$100 timing chip deposit will be refunded upon return of the timing chip after the race. 3. The Marathon will be conducted in accordance with the Chinese Taipei Athletics Association's regulations for certified race results. 4. Full traffic control will be implemented along the course. Participants must arrive at the venue before the scheduled start time. 5. To protect the rights of other road users, participants who fail to complete the race within the time limit must follow the instructions of traffic-control personnel and race officials and board the designated shuttle vehicle back to the event venue so that roads can be reopened on schedule. 6. Unregistered runners are prohibited from accompanying registered participants on the course. 7. To maintain administrative neutrality, political activities or flags, banners, slogans, or displays unrelated to the purpose of the event are prohibited during the event. The organizer reserves the right to temporarily remove such items and return them after the event. | |||
8. Participation Gifts
(1) Race Packet
| Item | Marathon | Half Marathon | Fun Run | Pet Run Carnival |
| Running Tank Top | ● | ● | - | - |
| Commemorative T-Shirt | × | × | ● | ● |
| Bib Number (Safety Pins Included) | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Timing Chip | ● | ● | × | × |
| Pet Bandana | × | × | × | ● |
※ Participants who select the Eco-Friendly category will not receive a running tank top or commemorative T-shirt.
(2) Finisher Gifts
| Item | Marathon | Half Marathon | Fun Run |
| Finisher Medal | ● | ● | ● |
| Towel | Bath Towel | Bath Towel | Hand Towel |
| Electronic Finisher Certificate | ● | ● | ● |
| Meal | ● | ● | × |
| Bottled Water | ● | ● | ● |
| Marathon Finisher T-Shirt | ● | × | × |
※ Participants who complete the race within the official time limit may present their bib number at the finish area to collect the finisher medal. Substitute runners and participants who violate the race regulations are not eligible.
9. Registration
(1) On-site registration on race day is not accepted.
(2) Registration Method: Online registration only. Registration website: https://irunner.biji.co/
(3) After completing registration and payment, participants must check the registration website to confirm that payment has been successfully received and registration has been completed.
1. Please provide complete and accurate personal information when registering online to ensure that all race-related notifications can be delivered correctly.
2. Participants should carefully assess their physical condition before registering. Once registration is completed, changes to the participant's name, race category, apparel size, or other registration information will not be accepted.
(4) Registration Schedule:
| Stage | Date & Time | Registration Process |
| Stage 1 | 09/21 (Mon.) 15:00 | Early-Bird Registration Opens |
| 09/27 (Sun.) 23:59 | Early-Bird Registration Closes | |
| Stage 2 | 09/28 (Mon.) 12:00 | General Registration Opens |
| 10/23 (Fri.) 23:59 | Registration Closes |
(5) Elite Runner Registration:
To provide qualified elite runners with a better starting position, a designated front starting zone will be reserved.
| Category | Marathon | Half Marathon |
| Qualifying Time | Within 3 hr 30 min | Within 1 hr 30 min |
Important Note: Participants applying for the elite runner category must upload an electronic copy of a qualifying race certificate from 2024-2026 during registration and complete payment within the required period. The approved elite runner list will be announced on the official Facebook page approximately one week after registration closes. For inquiries, please contact customer service at 0972-896489.
(6) Start Zone:
General participants must enter a reference race result from within the past two years during registration. The organizer will use the submitted result as a reference when assigning start zones. On race day, participants must start from the designated zone. Participants found in an incorrect zone who refuse to follow an official's instructions to relocate may be disqualified.
(7) Age Groups:
1. Participants in the Marathon and Half Marathon must be at least 18 years old and born in 2009 or earlier, in accordance with World Athletics regulations.
Male
| Age Group | Male A | Male B | Male C | Male D | Male E | Male F | Male G |
| Age | 70+ | 60 - 69 | 50 - 59 | 40 - 49 | 30 - 39 | 20 - 29 | 18 - 19 |
| Year of Birth | 1957 or earlier | 1958 - 1967 | 1968 - 1977 | 1978 - 1987 | 1988 - 1997 | 1998 - 2007 | 2008 - 2009 |
Female
| Age Group | Female A | Female B | Female C | Female D | Female E | Female F |
| Age | 60+ | 50 - 59 | 40 - 49 | 30 - 39 | 20 - 29 | 18 - 19 |
| Year of Birth | 1967 or earlier | 1968 - 1977 | 1978 - 1987 | 1988 - 1997 | 1998 - 2007 | 2008 - 2009 |
2. Fun Run: 5 KM. This is a non-competitive category with no age or gender divisions. Children under the age of 7 (born in 2020 or later) may participate only in the Fun Run and must be accompanied by a family member or guardian.
3. Participants must enter their date of birth accurately during registration. If false personal information results in an incorrect race result, the organizer reserves the right to revoke the participant's eligibility, and the registration fee will not be refunded.
10. Course
The course is tentative and may be adjusted after official course measurement by the Chinese Taipei Athletics Association.
