How to get into the Desert R.A.T.S. Trail Running Festival 2027.
All 2 ways into the Desert R.A.T.S. Trail Running Festival in Fruita, with the ballot dates.
Ways in
There are 2 ways into the Desert R.A.T.S. Trail Running Festival, each with what it involves and, where we have it, the organizer's own detail.
- 01
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.
- 02
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: UTMB Community Charity Bib registration: 21K price $353.21 (all-in $388.53); entry includes a charitable giveback component as part of registration.
Ballot dates
The ballot for the 2027 race, as the organizer announced it.
Next: ballot closes
Sat, 3 Apr 2027
Ballot opens
TBA
Ballot closes
3 Apr 2027
Draw
TBA
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.
Charity places
No charity places listed yet.
We're gathering them from organizers. Until then, the official site lists its charity partners.
FAQ
- When does the Desert R.A.T.S. Trail Running Festival ballot open?
- The ballot for the 2027 race is open now and closes on 3 Apr 2027.
- Can I get into the Desert R.A.T.S. Trail Running Festival without the ballot?
- Yes. Besides the ballot there is one other way in. Charity place: UTMB Community Charity Bib registration: 21K price $353.21 (all-in $388.53); entry includes a charitable giveback component as part of registration.
Looking for other ballots? See every ballot opening soon.