How to get into the Calgary Marathon 2027.

All 4 ways into the Calgary Marathon in Calgary.

Ways in

There are 4 ways into the Calgary 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: Registration is now open for all in-person and virtual distances; register online through Race Roster.

    Organizer's details
  2. 02

    Local residents

    Places kept for people who live in the city or region.

    At this race: City of Calgary Fair Entry program: reduced flat rate registration of $30 for low income Calgarians who are Fair Entry members with Recreation Fee Assistance; limited spots.

    Organizer's details
  3. 03

    Charity place

    Take a place from a partner charity and commit to raising a minimum amount for it. Charities usually ask you to apply and choose their runners.

    At this race: Fundraise for one of the Official Charities; set up a fundraising page or make a direct donation during your race registration.

  4. 04

    Other

    Another route the organizer offers.

    At this race: Fair Entry program: reduced flat rate $30 for low income Calgarians with valid Recreation Fee Assistance membership; limited spots

Charity places and tours

Both are guaranteed places. A charity place asks you to raise a minimum amount; a tour package bundles entry with travel and a hotel.

Charity places

No charity places listed yet.

We're gathering them from organizers. Until then, the official site lists its charity partners.

FAQ

What are the ways into the Calgary Marathon?
There are 4 ways in. First come, first served: Registration is now open for all in-person and virtual distances; register online through Race Roster. Local residents: City of Calgary Fair Entry program: reduced flat rate registration of $30 for low income Calgarians who are Fair Entry members with Recreation Fee Assistance; limited spots. Charity place: Fundraise for one of the Official Charities; set up a fundraising page or make a direct donation during your race registration. Other: Fair Entry program: reduced flat rate $30 for low income Calgarians with valid Recreation Fee Assistance membership; limited spots.

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