Major sporting events in Beijing - from world-class marathons to international tournaments. Complete guide with past results and future outlook.
Beijing's most prestigious annual marathon - usually held in September-October. The IAAF Gold Label course passes through Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Olympic Green. One of China's oldest marathons, first held in 1981.
Full name: Beijing International Marathon (北京马拉松, BEIM)
Combined ATP and WTA international tennis tournament held at National Tennis Center in Chaoyang District. Usually September-October. Top world players compete. The new National Tennis Center opened 2019 with 15,000-seat center court.
Full name: China Open (中国网球公开赛, COT)
Venue of the 2022 Winter Olympics - now open for public skiing and international winter sports events. Located in Yanqing District. World Cup ski events each winter season. Offers ski lessons and equipment rental.
Full name: National Alpine Ski Centre (国家高山滑雪中心)
Chinese Basketball Association team playing at Workers' Gymnasium. Season runs October to April. International star players join each season.
Full name: Beijing Shougang Ducks (北京首钢鸭)
Annual winter sports events at Olympic venues including speed skating, figure skating, and ice hockey competitions. Former Olympic venues now host regular competitions.
Full name: Beijing Winter Sports Championships
Beijing's Chinese Super League team. Home matches at Workers' Stadium (工人体育场). Season runs March through November. Known for passionate fan culture.
Full name: Beijing Guoan (北京国安)
Looking back at recent years and what to expect in 2026-2027
Beijing International Marathon 2026 marked its 40th edition with record participation of over 30,000 runners. The China Open 2026 featured world No. 1 players in both men's and women's draws. The National Alpine Ski Centre hosted its first World Cup event in 2024. Beijing Ducks reached the CBA playoff semi-finals in the 2024-2026 season.
Beijing International Marathon 2026 is expected to attract record international participation as China continues to open to foreign runners. The China Open 2026 will be part of the revised tennis calendar. Winter sports events at Olympic venues continue to expand with the opening of new training facilities for elite athletes.
Beijing 2027 Asian Games will bring major multi-sport events back to the city. Preparations are underway for the Asian Games which will utilize many 2022 Winter Olympics venues for winter sports events. The Beijing International Marathon will continue as one of Asia's premier road racing events.
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