Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleKieran JacksonSunday 26 April 2026 07:57 BSTLondon Marathon runners' joy as they cross finish lineThe ballot for the 2027 London Marathon opens at 8am BST on Friday 24 April and will close at 4pm BST on Friday 1 May, with results expected to be announced in early July.Organisers are exploring the possibility of a one-off two-day event for 2027, potentially taking place on Saturday 24 April and Sunday 25 April; if approved, applicants will be entered for both days, significantly increasing their chances of success.The entry fee for successful UK participants is £79.99, which is reduced to £49.99 if they opted to donate their entry fee to the London Marathon Foundation during the application process.Applicants who are unsuccessful in the initial ballot will automatically be entered into a second ballot, which at least doubles their chance of securing a place.Those who are unsuccessful in both ballots will receive a free hydration vest, valued at over £100, as a consolation prize.In fullLondon Marathon 2027 ballot: How can I enter next year’s race?Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in