How to get into the Tromso Midnight Sun Marathon 2027.

Ways in

There are 5 ways into the Tromso Midnight Sun 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: Remaining places are sold first come, first served once general entry opens.

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: Enter the international runner's ballot during the entry period; successful applicants get a place in the race.

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 listed partner charity and commit to the charity's fundraising pledge.

4. 04

   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: Guaranteed entry when booking an official tour operator package.

5. 05

   Other

   Another route the organizer offers.

   At this race: Registration

   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.

FAQ

When does the Tromso Midnight Sun Marathon ballot open?

The organizer hasn't announced the ballot dates for the 2027 race yet.

Can I get into the Tromso Midnight Sun Marathon without the ballot?

Yes. Besides the ballot there are 4 other ways in. First come, first served: Remaining places are sold first come, first served once general entry opens. Charity place: Run for a listed partner charity and commit to the charity's fundraising pledge. Tour operator package: Guaranteed entry when booking an official tour operator package. Other: Registration.

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