Sands China Macao Int’l 10K Opens for Registration Feb. 3-4; Run on Mar. 17

The Sands China Macao International 10K will open for registration on Feb. 3-4, as the excitement builds up for one of Macau’s largest marathons.

To be held on March 17, the marathon’s 2024 edition is organised by the Sports Bureau, Sands China Ltd., and the General Association of Athletics of Macau (AGAM). Around 7,000 runners are anticipated to join the 10KM race, which will start at Sai Van Lake Square at 7:30 AM and conclude at the Olympic Sports Centre Sports Ground.

Meanwhile, the 5KM Fun Race is expected to attract 3,000 participants, with the marathon slated to start at 7 AM. Registrations will open at 9 AM on Feb. 3 for the 10KM run, and on Feb. 4 for the Fun Run. Collection of race bib and timing chip can be done between March 13 and 16 at the Olympic Sports Centre Indoor Stadium.

As an added excitement, organisers will also give away “styling awards” to 10 lucky participants. Prize includes hotel accommodation and exhibition tickets.

First held in 2019, the Sands China Macao International 10K aims to integrate sports and tourism amidst efforts to buoy the city’s travel sector. Interested participants can find more details by visiting the event’s official website here.