How to get into the Lake Garda Marathon 2027.

All 4 ways into the Lake Garda Marathon in Brescia, with the ballot dates.

Ways in

There are 4 ways into the Lake Garda 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: Registration is possible until 22 March 2027, as long as the participant limit has not already been reached.

  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: Charity Program: FONDAZIONE HOSPICE TRENTINO-ONLUS and LOTUS – Oltre il Tumore al Seno

  4. 04

    Other

    Another route the organizer offers.

    At this race: Group registration for sports groups, associations or clubs: 10% off for 5+, 15% off for 10+, 20% off for 15+ (applied to the current daily price)

Ballot dates

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

Next: ballot closes

Mon, 22 Mar 2027

  1. Ballot opens

    TBA

  2. Ballot closes

    22 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.

Charity places

FAQ

When does the Lake Garda Marathon ballot open?
The ballot for the 2027 race is open now and closes on 22 Mar 2027.
Can I get into the Lake Garda Marathon without the ballot?
Yes. Besides the ballot there are 3 other ways in. First come, first served: Registration is possible until 22 March 2027, as long as the participant limit has not already been reached. Charity place: Charity Program: FONDAZIONE HOSPICE TRENTINO-ONLUS and LOTUS – Oltre il Tumore al Seno. Other: Group registration for sports groups, associations or clubs: 10% off for 5+, 15% off for 10+, 20% off for 15+ (applied to the current daily price).

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