How to get into the Firenze Marathon 2026.

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

Ways in

There are 3 ways into the Firenze 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

    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.

  3. 03

    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: Travel packages that include a guaranteed entry.

Ballot dates

The ballot for the 2026 race, as the organizer announced it.

Next: ballot closes

Fri, 20 Nov 2026

  1. Ballot opens

    10 Jan 2026

  2. Ballot closes

    20 Nov 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.

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 Firenze Marathon ballot open?
The ballot for the 2026 race is open now and closes on 20 Nov 2026.
Can I get into the Firenze Marathon without the ballot?
Yes. Besides the ballot there are 2 other ways in. Charity place. Tour operator package: Travel packages that include a guaranteed entry.

Looking for other ballots? See every ballot opening soon.

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