How to get into the Dublin City Half Marathon 2027.

Ways in

There are 2 ways into the Dublin City Half 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: General entries for the 2026 race were allocated through a public ballot open for seven days on the Eventmaster website, with applicants selected at random in a digital draw and notified by email.

2. 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.

Ballot dates

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

1. Ballot opens

   TBA

2. Ballot closes

   29 Jan 2027

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 Dublin City Half Marathon ballot open?

The ballot for the 2027 race is open now and closes on 29 Jan 2027.

Can I get into the Dublin City Half Marathon without the ballot?

Yes. Besides the ballot there is one other way in. Charity place.

Looking for other ballots? See every ballot opening soon.