The 2026 Infinite Challenge Run in Gyeongju is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Gyeongju Civic Stadium. It will be held as a sunset marathon under the “Police and Bandits” concept, in which participants run in search of Gyeongju’s treasures. Participants can choose either the half-marathon or 10K course. Because transportation and identity-verification requirements on the day of the event may directly affect entry and participation, preparations should be based on the official guidelines before and after booking.
Applicable Timing
This guide applies when preparing to participate in the event on September 19, 2026. As of September 3, 2026, the official page lists the booking period for second-round canceled tickets, but the actual remaining quantity and sales status may change. Check the current status in the Coupang Play mobile app during the booking period.
Key Schedule
According to the official event information, gathering is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. on September 19, and the race starts at 4:30 p.m. The event is described as starting at Gyeongju Civic Stadium, passing Cheomseongdae, and continuing through downtown Gyeongju. After the race, a special performance exclusively for participants is scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. and last approximately 90 minutes.
Plan your travel around the gathering and start times, but note that the course and performance start time may change depending on on-site operations.
Courses and Time Limits
The race consists of a half-marathon course and a 10-kilometer course. Participants are randomly assigned to either the Police team or the Bandits team, and teams cannot be changed after ticket purchase. From the initial start time, the half-marathon has a 2-hour-30-minute time limit, while the 10K has a 1-hour-30-minute limit.
Course selection requires checking not only the distance but also the time limit and participation requirements. The official guidelines state that strollers, pets, and wheelchair users are not permitted on either the half-marathon or 10K course. Service dogs for people with disabilities are allowed as an exception.
Preparation Timing
Parking near the venue is unavailable, so the official notice requests that participants use public transportation. Free shuttle buses for ticket holders will run from the public parking lot at KTX Gyeongju Station to Gyeongju Civic Stadium. Boarding times are 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Advance registration is required if you plan to use the shuttle. The ticket purchaser’s identity will be verified when boarding, and the shuttle will wait for no more than 15 minutes after its scheduled departure time. Changing rooms and a baggage-storage facility will be available at the venue, but storage capacity may be limited, and liability for lost valuables is restricted.
Booking and Registration
The second-round canceled-ticket booking period is listed as September 3 at 4:00 p.m. through September 10 at 11:59 p.m. Eligible bookers are Coupang Wow members or Sports Pass subscribers, and bookings can be made only through the Coupang Play mobile app.
Each Coupang account may purchase up to four tickets. User information—including name, date of birth, contact details, and estimated race completion time—must be registered. Ticket transfers and substitute participation are not accepted. Substitute participants will be disqualified and will not receive a results certificate.
Participants of all ages are eligible, but those under 14 have additional requirements. A guardian’s consent and a completed guardian consent form before the event are required, and a guardian must accompany the participant during the race.
What to Check Before the Event
After completing your booking and travel arrangements, review the following points:
- Check the canceled-ticket sales status and booking conditions in the Coupang Play app.
- If using the shuttle, confirm whether advance registration is complete and verify the boarding time.
- Make sure the user information required for purchaser identity verification is accurate.
- Check the time limit and accompaniment restrictions for your selected course.
- Participants under 14 should prepare the guardian consent form and arrange for a guardian to accompany them during the race.
Possibility of Changes
The official notice states that the half-marathon and 10K courses and the special performance schedule may change depending on on-site operations. The special performance is currently scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. and last approximately 90 minutes, but its start time may change, so check the event-day announcements.
Ultimately, the key is to align booking, shuttle use, and identity verification with the basic schedule of gathering at 3:30 p.m. and starting at 4:30 p.m. on September 19. However, the actual availability of canceled tickets and on-site operating information may change, so it is safest to check the official Coupang Play notice again before participating.