How to get into the Carlsbad Marathon 2027.

Ways in

There are 3 ways into the Carlsbad 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: Online registration via Race Roster; marathon and half marathon now registering Sep 29 – Nov 30

   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.

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: Run for a partner charity and commit to a fundraising pledge.

Ballot dates

The ballot for the 2027 race, as the organizer announced it.

1. Ballot opens

   TBA

2. Ballot closes

   31 Aug 2026

3. Draw

   TBA

4. Results

   TBA

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.

FAQ

When does the Carlsbad Marathon ballot open?

The ballot for the 2027 race closed on 31 Aug 2026. Dates for the 2028 ballot haven't been announced yet.

Can I get into the Carlsbad Marathon without the ballot?

Yes. Besides the ballot there are 2 other ways in. First come, first served: Online registration via Race Roster; marathon and half marathon now registering Sep 29 – Nov 30. Charity place: Run for a partner charity and commit to a fundraising pledge.

Looking for other ballots? See every ballot opening soon.