The region’s premier trail running event, HOKA Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB®, has officially announced the registration launch for its 2026 edition. Reaffirming its prestigious status as the Asia Pacific Major of the global UTMB® World Series, the event will once again invite runners from around the world to challenge themselves against the stunning backdrop of Chiang Mai.
A Two-Week Celebration of Trail Running
Following the massive success of previous years – which saw over 10,000 participants from 90 countries – the 2026 edition will continue its expansive two-week format. This structure aligns with regional “Long Stay” tourism policies, aiming to provide a sustainable boost to the local economy.
- Week 1 (November 27-29, 2026): Based at the Doi Inthanon National Park Head Office.
- Week 2 (December 3-6, 2026): Based at Chiang Mai PAO Park.
What’s New for 2026
The 2026 edition introduces several key updates to the race schedule and experience:
- PAGODA 50 Moves to Week 1: The PAGODA 50 DAY will now take place on Saturday, November 28, 2026, starting at 06:00 AM. Top 10 Elite finishers and Age Group winners in this category will earn direct entry into the OCC World Series Finals in France.
- PAGODA 50 NIGHT: A brand-new night-running experience at Doi Inthanon, allowing runners to reach the twin pagodas in time for the first light of dawn.
- New Ultra Start Times: To optimize the athlete experience, the ELEPHANT 100 will now start at 08:00 AM and the CHIANG DAO 160 at 10:00 AM on Friday, December 4, 2026.
Registration and Early Bird Pricing
Registration officially opens on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM (GMT+7).
- Priority Entry: Open first for runners with a valid UTMB Index.
- General Entry: Opens to the public 48 hours after the Priority window.
Week 1 Early Bird Fees (Doi Inthanon):
- PAGODA 50 (Day/Night): 4,300 THB (Earns 4 Running Stones)
- INTHANON 20: 2,600 THB (Earns 2 Running Stones)
- Warm Up Run: 300 THB
Week 2 Early Bird Fees (Chiang Mai PAO Park):
- CHIANG DAO 160: 8,500 THB (Earns 8 Running Stones)
- ELEPHANT 100: 6,500 THB (Earns 6 Running Stones)
- HMONG 50 (Day/Night): 4,300 THB (Earns 4 Running Stones)
- SUTHEP 20 (Day/Night): 2,600 THB (Earns 2 Running Stones)
- CHEDI 20: 1,500 THB (Earns 2 Running Stones)
- Warm Up Run: 300 THB
Note: Fees will increase automatically once registration thresholds are met.
Exclusive Incentives: COMBO Registration
Runners looking to maximize their experience can opt for COMBO Registration, which offers Double Running Stones and significant discounts:
- Cross-Week (Both Weeks): Register for 2 races to get 50% off the shortest distance. Register for 3 races to get 50% off the shortest and 30% off the second shortest.
- Same-Week: Register for 2 races to get 30% off the shortest distance. Register for 3 races to receive 30% off both the shortest and second shortest distances.
Preparation Checklist
Organizers recommend that all applicants ensure their My UTMB and runningconnect.com account information matches exactly before registration. For safety, it is highly recommended that runners hold a valid UTMB Index for their chosen distance:
- 100M Category: Recommended valid 100K UTMB Index
- 100K Category: Recommended valid 50K UTMB Index
- 50K Category: Recommended valid 20K UTMB Index
