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How to get into the Dubai Marathon 2027.

All 3 ways into the Dubai Marathon in Dubai, with the ballot dates.

Race details Official site

Ways in

There are 3 ways into the Dubai Marathon, each with what it involves and, where we have it, the organizer's own detail.

  1. 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.

  2. 02

    Tour operator package

    Buy a travel package (usually hotel plus race entry) from an official tour operator. It costs more than entering yourself, but the place is guaranteed.

    At this race: Contact one of the organizer's listed travel partners for a travel package.

  3. 03

    Other

    Another route the organizer offers.

    At this race: Online registration only

    Organizer's details

Ballot dates

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

  1. Ballot opens

    15 Jun 2026

  2. Ballot closes

    30 Jun 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.

Tour operators

FAQ

When does the Dubai Marathon ballot open?
The ballot for the 2027 race opened on 15 Jun 2026 and closed on 30 Jun 2026. Dates for the 2028 ballot haven't been announced yet.
Can I get into the Dubai Marathon without the ballot?
Yes. Besides the ballot there are 2 other ways in. Tour operator package: Contact one of the organizer's listed travel partners for a travel package. Other: Online registration only.

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