When does the Semi de Paris ballot open?

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

Can I get into the Semi de Paris without the ballot?

Yes. Besides the ballot there are 3 other ways in. Charity place. Tour operator package. Other: Corporate Entries.

All 4 ways into the Semi de Paris in Paris, with the ballot dates.

There are 4 ways into the Semi de Paris, each with what it involves and, where we have it, the organizer's own detail.

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.
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.
Organizer's details
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.
Organizer's details
04
Other
Another route the organizer offers.
At this race: Corporate Entries

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

Next: ballot closes

Sat, 20 Feb 2027

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.

Tour operators

When does the Semi de Paris ballot open?: The ballot for the 2027 race is open now and closes on 20 Feb 2027.
Can I get into the Semi de Paris without the ballot?: Yes. Besides the ballot there are 3 other ways in. Charity place. Tour operator package. Other: Corporate Entries.

Looking for other ballots? See every ballot opening soon.