How to get into the Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon 2027.

Ways in

There are 3 ways into the Deadwood Mickelson Trail 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: Mail in Registration Forms: Marathon and Half Marathon. Mail in Deadline is May 1st or until race caps are reached.

   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 organizer hasn't announced the ballot dates for the 2027 race yet. Add it to your Radar and we'll tell you when they're out.

1. Ballot opens

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2. Ballot closes

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3. Draw

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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 Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon ballot open?

The organizer hasn't announced the ballot dates for the 2027 race yet.

Can I get into the Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon without the ballot?

Yes. Besides the ballot there are 2 other ways in. First come, first served: Mail in Registration Forms: Marathon and Half Marathon. Mail in Deadline is May 1st or until race caps are reached. Charity place: Run for a partner charity and commit to a fundraising pledge.

Looking for other ballots? See every ballot opening soon.