In short
The 2027 Badwater 135 takes place on Monday, July 19, 2027. To run it, the lottery opens on January 2, 2027 and closes on January 20, with results on February 6.
What are the 2027 lottery dates?
- Today
- Jan. 2, 2027 Lottery opensTime doesn't matter: it's a lottery
- Jan. 20, 2027 Lottery entries close
- Feb. 6, 2027 Lottery results
- From 19 to 21 July 2027 Race dayStart time not announced yet
How reliable these dates are: confirmed by the organizer.
What do you book and at what price?
| What you book | A spot in the lottery for a bib |
| Price | $1,695, paid on acceptance (2027 edition)Price taken from the source, with its year. |
What do you need to enter?
- Have finished at least four continuous 100-mile races, one of them since 1 January 2026.
- Or have finished the 2026 Badwater 135 and an ultra of 50 miles or more since 1 January 2026.
To be met before you can enter. Double-check the official rules.
How do you enter, step by step?
- Check that you are eligibleFour 100-mile races finished, one since 1 January 2026. Otherwise, you may not apply.
- Apply from January 2, 2027 to January 20, 2027On badwater.com. A file on your experience: it is not a lottery.
- Invitees announced on February 6, 2027Live on the Badwater Facebook page, at 8 am Pacific time.
- Invited? Pay right away$1,695 by card, on acceptance. No waitlist.
Don't miss the date
Add the upcoming dates to your calendar: your phone reminds you 1 week before the first one, then the day before each, and on the morning of results day.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the 2027 Badwater 135?
On Monday, July 19, 2027.
Badwater 135 2027: what is the opening date?
Lottery opens on Saturday, January 2, 2027. Closes on Wednesday, January 20, 2027.
How much does the Badwater 135 cost?
$1,695 for 2027, paid by card as soon as your application is accepted.
What are the requirements to apply for the Badwater 135?
Have finished at least four continuous 100-mile races, one since 1 January 2026. Or have finished the 2026 Badwater and an ultra of 50 miles or more since that date.
How many runners start the Badwater 135?
100 to 102 invitees for 2027, for up to 100 runners on the start line. There is no waitlist.