Sports Events in Dali

International UCI Asia Tour cycling race through Dali and Erhai Lake area. Multiple stages through Bai ethnic region. Usually March. Top Asian and international cycling teams compete. One of China's premier stage races.

Full name: Tour of Dali (环大理自行车赛)

Marathon and half marathon around Erhai Lake (洱海). Scenic course with Erhai Lake on one side and Cangshan Mountains on the other. International participants combine race with Dali's cultural attractions. Usually November.

Full name: Dali Erhai Lake Marathon (大理洱海马拉松)

Mountain bike race at altitude in the Dali area. Technical terrain through Yunnan highland scenery. Attracts regional mountain biking enthusiasts. Usually April.

Full name: Dali High Altitude MTB Race (大理高原山地自行车赛)

Half marathon through Dali's famous ancient town. Course passes Bai minority architecture and the Three Pagodas. Popular with tourists combining running with cultural visits. Usually March.

Full name: Dali Ancient Town Half Marathon (大理古城半程马拉松)

Traditional boat rowing race on Erhai Lake. Local teams compete in traditional long boats. Cultural event celebrating Yunnan's water heritage. Usually April.

Full name: Erhai Lake Traditional Rowing Race (洱海划船赛)

Trail hiking and running event up Cangshan Mountain. Steep climbs rewarded with panoramic views of Erhai Lake and Dali valley. Multiple difficulty levels. Usually October.

Full name: Cangshan Mountain Hiking Race (苍山徒步赛)