How to get into the Sydney Half Marathon 2027.

Ways in

There are 4 ways into the Sydney 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: Enter online via the official entry page; entries open 23 Jun 2026 11am

   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: Run for a partner charity and commit to a fundraising pledge.

4. 04

   Other

   Another route the organizer offers.

   At this race: Experienced racing wheelchair athletes can submit an expression of interest by email for the Half Marathon

Ballot dates

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

1. Ballot opens

   23 Jun 2026

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.

FAQ

When does the Sydney Half Marathon ballot open?

The ballot for the 2027 race opened on 23 Jun 2026. Dates for the 2028 ballot haven't been announced yet.

Can I get into the Sydney Half Marathon without the ballot?

Yes. Besides the ballot there are 3 other ways in. First come, first served: Enter online via the official entry page; entries open 23 Jun 2026 11am. Charity place: Run for a partner charity and commit to a fundraising pledge. Other: Experienced racing wheelchair athletes can submit an expression of interest by email for the Half Marathon.

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