How to get into the Ghent Marathon 2027.

Ways in

There are 4 ways into the Ghent 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: Online registration remains open until Saturday 20 March at 11:59 p.m., while race entries are available

   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: Create a personal fundraising page and raise at least €500 to receive your entry to the Sofico Gent Marathon

   Organizer's details
4. 04

   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 2027 race, as the organizer announced it.

1. Ballot opens

   8 Sep 2026

2. Ballot closes

   20 Mar 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 Ghent Marathon ballot open?

The ballot for the 2027 race is open now and closes on 20 Mar 2027.

Can I get into the Ghent Marathon without the ballot?

Yes. Besides the ballot there are 3 other ways in. First come, first served: Online registration remains open until Saturday 20 March at 11:59 p.m., while race entries are available. Charity place: Create a personal fundraising page and raise at least €500 to receive your entry to the Sofico Gent Marathon. Tour operator package: Travel packages that include a guaranteed entry.

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