How to get into the Manchester Half Marathon 2027.

Ways in

There are 4 ways into the Manchester Half 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: Register for updates to get first refusal on remaining places when they become available in the new year.

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.

   At this race: Support one of the Official Charity Partners; each place comes with fundraising support from the charity.

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.

4. 04

   Other

   Another route the organizer offers.

   At this race: Entries temporarily paused; leave your details to get first refusal on remaining places when they become available in the new year.

   Organizer's details

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

What are the ways into the Manchester Half Marathon?

There are 4 ways in. First come, first served: Register for updates to get first refusal on remaining places when they become available in the new year. Charity place: Support one of the Official Charity Partners; each place comes with fundraising support from the charity. Tour operator package: Travel packages that include a guaranteed entry. Other: Entries temporarily paused; leave your details to get first refusal on remaining places when they become available in the new year.

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