Running is very in at the mo, and it’s safe to say that the hype isn’t set to slow down any time soon. Of London’s races, there are few more popular than the Hackney Half, a 13.1-mile route traces through the best of east London and brings the culture with it, boasting DJ sets, food stalls and all-around great vibes.
Have you seen all the hype around the Hackney Half this weekend and been inspired to run in next year’s event? Can’t blame you – it’s terrific fun, and is getting even more popular every year. The 2026 edition sold out in minutes, with general entry closing just two days after the 2025 race took place.
In other words, if you’re thinking of running next year, you need to think fast. Here’s everything you need to know about entering the Hackney Half Marathon in 2027.
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When is the Hackney Half Marathon 2027
Next year’s event is set to be held on May 16 2027.
How many people will take part?
The Hackney Half is one of the largest half marathons in the UK – and the largest half in London. Nearly 30,000 took part this year.
How to enter the 2027 Hackney Half
Good news – if you’ve taken part in this year’s race, you’re already eligible for the 2027 race. Don’t worry if you’re a newbie though, as you can still pre-register to purchase your entry. And pre-registration is free – it just guarantees access to a link to purchase your ticket when general sale opens.
For next year, securing your place looks a little different. Because entries sold out in just under an hour last year, there will now be three separate entry windows to give eager runners a fairer chance at grabbing a spot. There will be three entry windows:
- Monday May 18 at 1pm
- Tuesday May 19 at 10am
- Tuesday May 19 at 7pm
Entry fees
Next year, the general entries will be sold at a single price for everyone, rather than the tiered pricing offered in previous years. All tickets will be priced at £69.
Running for a charity
If you’d like to dedicate your run to a good cause, you can run for a charity for the Hackney Half. You can browse their list of charity partners here – get in touch with them directly to secure a spot in next year’s race.
The 2027 Hackney Half route
Next year’s course will likely follow a similar route to the 2026 course, starting from Hackney Marshes, through Hackney Downs to Victoria Park, and back via Hackney Wick. For reference, this is the 2026 route:
If you want to take part in a half-marathon sooner, we recommend signing up for the brand new Saucony Run Shoreditch Half. It’s run by the same people as the Hackney Half and it’ll take place in September. You can enter for £65 here.
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