How to get into the BCS Marathon 2026.

Ways in

There are 2 ways into the BCS Marathon, each with what it involves and, where we have it, the organizer's own detail.

1. 01

   First come, first served

   Entry opens on a set date and closes when the field is full.

   At this race: Register online via Race Roster while registration is open and entries are available

   Organizer's details
2. 02

   Ballot

   Apply while the ballot is open. Places are then drawn at random from everyone who applied, and those drawn are invited to pay the entry fee.

   At this race: Entries are drawn at random from everyone who applies.

Ballot dates

The organizer hasn't announced the ballot dates for the 2026 race yet. Add it to your Radar and we'll tell you when they're out.

1. Ballot opens

   TBA

2. Ballot closes

   TBA

3. Draw

   TBA

4. Results

   TBA

FAQ

When does the BCS Marathon ballot open?

The organizer hasn't announced the ballot dates for the 2026 race yet.

Can I get into the BCS Marathon without the ballot?

Yes. Besides the ballot there is one other way in. First come, first served: Register online via Race Roster while registration is open and entries are available.

Looking for other ballots? See every ballot opening soon.