6 Unique Running Races to Participate in South Korea in 2025
Are you ready to run in 2025? Let‘s gather in South Korea!
1. SKY Run
- 300, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
- April 20, 2025
It’s a vertical marathon at Lotte World Tower in Seoul! Climb a total of 2,917 steps to reach the 123rd floor, with all entry fees donated to a children’s rehabilitation hospital.
2. Bbangbbang Run
- 704-1, Jayang-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
- April 26, 2025
Bbangbbang Run 2025 takes place on April 26 at Ttukseom Hangang Park with HALF, 10K, and 5K courses. Each participant donates one loaf of bread. Finishers receive a Knotted donut and melon bread, with various fun events to enjoy!
3. Burning Run
- 84-1, Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
- May 6, 2025
A marathon held at Yeouido Hangang Park, where you can choose from 10km, 7km, or 5km courses. With abundant prizes and souvenirs, it’s a hot casual running festival with an amazing after-party!
4. Dangdang Trekking
- 424, High1-gil, Gohan-eup, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon
- May 17-18, 24-25 2025
A special trekking experience with your dog at High1 Resort’s Lawn Square and Sky Trail! Finishers will receive an adorable completion medal.
5. MINIONS RUN
- 86, Haneulgongwon-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- June 15, 2025
The first Seouls’ Minions Run is coming! Participants can enjoy a unique experience as they run a 5km course in adorable Minions uniforms. All finishers will receive a Minions medal and exclusive goodies.
6. Hangang Night Walk
- 330 Yeouidog-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
- August 2, 2025
A event at Yeouido Hangang Park’s Nokeumsu Square, where you can choose from 15km, 22km, or 42km courses. It’s not a run, but a romantic summer event walking along the Han River all night long.
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