Zhongwei Desert Starry Sky Half Marathon, Ningxia

The Zhongwei Desert Starry Sky Half Marathon is one of China's most unique night races, held in Zhongwei with a spectacular 6:30 p.m. sunset start. Set in the famous Shapotou Scenic Area, the event combines desert adventure with one of the country's most breathtaking night landscapes. The course winds through the edge of the desert before leading runners deep into the dunes, finishing at the Shapotou Desert Camp beneath a sky filled with stars. Along the way, participants experience the remarkable contrast of the mighty Yellow River flowing alongside the vast Ulan Buh desert, creating one of China's most iconic natural landscapes. As daylight fades into darkness, the race transforms into an unforgettable journey where golden sand, cool desert air, and a brilliant star-filled sky accompany every step. A one-of-a-kind sunset half marathon where the Yellow River, the desert, and a spectacular starry sky create an unforgettable running adventure.