Two Oceans Marathon 2027: Dates, Races, Entry Fees and Ballot
Two Oceans 2027 Race Week
| Date | Race | Distance | Field size | Entry fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 31 March | Night Run | 8 km | 5,000 | R320 |
| Thursday 1 April | International Friendship Run | 4.5 km | 1,500 | R250 |
| Friday 2 April | Trail Runs | 24 km, 18 km or 12 km | 1,000 | R950, R750 or R550 |
| Saturday 3 April | Half Marathon | 21.1 km | 21,000 | R450 (licensed SA runner) |
| Sunday 4 April | Ultra Marathon | 56 km | 21,000 | R840 (licensed SA runner) |
The Trail Runs start and finish at the UCT Rugby Fields. UCT remains the home venue of the event for 2027 and 2028.
Bigger Fields in 2027
The Half Marathon grows from 17,000 to 21,000 runners, and the Ultra Marathon from 14,000 to 21,000. That means many more places than in past years.
How Entries Worked for 2027
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Blue Number Club entries (Half and Ultra) | 15 to 22 July 2026 |
| Night Run, Friendship Run and Trail Runs open | 3 August 2026 |
| Ballot for the Half and Ultra | 5 to 16 August 2026 |
| Ballot results | 18 August 2026 |
| Payment deadline for successful ballot entries | 31 August 2026 |
The ballot is now closed. International runners and runners from the rest of Africa did not need to enter the ballot. If you missed out, check the official Two Oceans website for any remaining places in the shorter races.
Entry Fees in Detail
| Runner | Half Marathon | Ultra Marathon |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed South African | R450 | R840 |
| Unlicensed South African | R450 plus R95 temporary licence | Not listed |
| Rest of Africa | £37 | £46 |
| International | £98 | £140 |
There was also a limited TOMi package for 1,000 runners at R1,450 for the Half and R1,840 for the Ultra.
Before Race Day
- If you run often, a permanent licence through a running club can work out cheaper than buying temporary licences.
- The Ultra Marathon needs a qualifying marathon time. Check the official qualifying rules and cut-off times before you race.
- Train on hills. The Ultra route includes long climbs, such as Chapman’s Peak and Constantia Nek.
- Plan your transport early, because roads near the route close on race mornings.
Two Oceans Marathon 2027 Questions
When is the Two Oceans Marathon 2027?
The Half Marathon is on Saturday 3 April 2027 and the Ultra Marathon on Sunday 4 April 2027.
How much is the Two Oceans 2027 entry fee?
R450 for the Half Marathon and R840 for the Ultra, for licensed South African runners.
Can I still enter the Two Oceans 2027 Half or Ultra?
The South African ballot closed on 16 August 2026. Check the official website for any remaining entries.
How many runners can enter Two Oceans 2027?
21,000 in the Half Marathon and 21,000 in the Ultra Marathon.
Where is the Two Oceans Marathon based?
The event is based at UCT in Cape Town for 2027 and 2028.
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