Founded in 2012, the Guangzhou Marathon has been certified as the World Athletics Gold Label Race, CAA Gold Medal Race and CAA A1 Level Race. 

Themed as “Renowned City, Harmony and Health”, throughout these years, the Guangzhou Marathon combines the charm of competition and the idea of national fitness. It becomes a glamorous city name card, helping to promote the Guangzhou Asian Games spirit and to develop national fitness, proposing a healthy lifestyle, enhancing the visibility and influence of Guangzhou, and displaying great economic and social achievements of Guangzhou.  

This year, the 2023 Guangzhou Marathon is celebrating the 10th edition. It is hosted by Guangzhou Municipal People's Government, organized by Administration of Sports of Guangzhou Municipality, Yuexiu District People's Government, Haizhu District People's Government, Liwan District People's Government, Tianhe District People's Government, Guangzhou Sports Competitions Center and Guangzhou Athletics Association. The race will take place on Sunday, December 10 with the marathon entry quota of 20,000 and half marathon of 10,000. The course will be set alongside the Pearl River to bring runners a unique tour of Lingnan scenic spots, time-honored city cultural attractions, and impressive modern architectures of the city. In 2023, the Organizing Committee will continuously endeavor to provide quality runners’ services and diverse activities to make the 2023 Guangzhou Marathon a city gala.