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Kick off Marathon Week with the TCSLM & FNL 5K
In an exciting collab between the TCS London Marathon and Friday Night Lights, we’re bringing you the first‑ever edition of this event in 2026. It’s the perfect intro to the city, and you will also get the chance to meet fellow TCS London Marathon runners!
2027 Ballot
The ballot is now open!
The ballot for the 2027 TCS London Marathon is open until 16:00 on Friday 1 May. It is a completely random draw, just like the National Lottery. You will receive an email outcome by early July.
Together with partners and stakeholders, we are exploring a one‑off two‑day format for the 2027 TCS London Marathon. Should permission be granted, you will be entered for both Saturday and Sunday, significantly increasing your chances.
Enter nowDid you know you can get a second chance?
When you enter the ballot and choose to double your chances, great things happen:
Reduced entry fee. If you get a place through the ballot, your fee drops from £79.99 to £49.99.
Double your chances of securing a place. If you’re not successful in the main ballot, be automatically entered into a second ballot - giving you at least double the chance of getting a place. If you’re successful in either draw, your entry is fully prepaid and confirmed.
Thank you gift if you don’t get a place. If you’re unsuccessful in both ballots, you’ll receive a free hydration vest worth over £100, and your donation will support the London Marathon Foundation, helping to inspire activity across the UK.
What happens next?
You’ll receive a confirmation email when you apply. If you donated your entry fee, you’ll also receive a payment receipt. Please allow time for these emails to arrive, demand is high and remember to check your junk folder. The ballot results will be announced by early July.
What happens if I get offered a place?
UK runners who didn’t choose the double your chances option when applying will need to pay the full £79.99 entry fee.
International runners will need to pay the £225 international entry fee, which includes a carbon offset fee for international travel
Then you’ll need to get training! See our training plans, or if you want a personalised training plan, we’ve teamed up with the experts at Coopah to create training plans to help you reach your PB goals, download the Coopah app now.
What happens if I don't get offered a place?
Your marathon journey is far from over! You can either apply for charity entry by choosing a charity and fundraising for a cause you care about on the Run For Charity page. Or you could head down to the seaside, as there are still places for the Brighton Marathon on Sunday 4 April.
