How to get into the Rio de Janeiro Marathon 2027.

All 3 ways into the Rio de Janeiro Marathon in Rio de Janeiro, with the ballot dates.

Ways in

There are 3 ways into the Rio de Janeiro 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: Registration for the 21K ballot is listed as 09/11.

    Organizer's details
  2. 02

    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: Foreign participants must purchase their entries exclusively through packages offered by the official travel agencies.

  3. 03

    Other

    Another route the organizer offers.

    At this race: REGISTRATIONS OPEN

    Organizer's details

Ballot dates

The organizer hasn't announced the ballot dates for the 2027 race yet. Add it to your Radar and we'll tell you when they're out.

  1. Ballot opens

    TBA

  2. Ballot closes

    TBA

  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.

Tour operators

FAQ

When does the Rio de Janeiro Marathon ballot open?
The organizer hasn't announced the ballot dates for the 2027 race yet.
Can I get into the Rio de Janeiro Marathon without the ballot?
Yes. Besides the ballot there are 2 other ways in. Tour operator package: Foreign participants must purchase their entries exclusively through packages offered by the official travel agencies. Other: REGISTRATIONS OPEN.

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