When does the Great North Run 2027 ballot open?
The Great North Run 2027 ballot opens on Tuesday 15 September 2026. That is 7 days away. This date is our estimate, worked out from last year, and the venue has not confirmed it.
Last verified 8 September 2026 · Source
Every date for this one
| Who | Opens | How we know |
|---|---|---|
| Ballot | 15 September 2026 | Our estimate, from last year |
Dates marked our estimate are worked out from last year's pattern and are not confirmed by the venue. Check before planning around one.
What happens if you miss it
This sells out over days rather than minutes, so a late start usually means worse seats or a higher price band rather than nothing at all.