Registration for UTMB Mont-Blanc 2027 will be eagerly anticipated. Every year, thousands of trail runners try to secure a race bib for one of the events held in Chamonix, including the UTMB, CCC and OCC.
However, unlike many races where all you need is to be online when registration opens, entry to the UTMB World Series Finals is based on a pre-registration and lottery system.
When will UTMB 2027 registration open? When will pre-registration take place? Do you already need Running Stones and a UTMB Index? Here is the information currently available.
Updated September 15, 2026: the official registration dates for UTMB Mont-Blanc 2027 have not yet been announced. Based on the 2026 schedule, pre-registration could open in early January 2027. This date remains subject to confirmation by the organisers.
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When will UTMB 2027 registration open?
At this stage, no official dates have been announced for registration for the 2027 edition of UTMB Mont-Blanc.
However, the 2026 schedule offers an indication of when future applicants should pay close attention. For the UTMB World Series Finals, namely the UTMB, CCC and OCC, 2026 pre-registration was open from January 8 at 11 a.m. to January 19 at 11:59 p.m., Paris time.
If the organisers keep a similar schedule, pre-registration for the 2027 edition could therefore take place in early January 2027.
This is only an estimate, however. The final dates, times and procedures will need to be confirmed on the official UTMB Mont-Blanc website.
For now, the key points to remember are:
- likely period: early January 2027;
- expected system: pre-registration followed by a lottery;
- races concerned: UTMB, CCC and OCC;
- official confirmation: still pending.
When is UTMB 2027?
The exact date of UTMB Mont-Blanc 2027 will also need to be confirmed by the organisers.
The event is traditionally held at the end of August, with several days of racing around the Mont Blanc massif. UTMB week includes a wide range of formats, from the MCC to major mountain races such as the CCC and UTMB.
For the 2027 edition, runners will need to wait for the official programme to know exactly:
- the dates of UTMB week;
- the UTMB start date and time;
- the CCC and OCC dates;
- the schedule for the other races;
- bib collection and race briefing times.
The pre-registration period generally takes place several months before the event, meaning you need to prepare your eligibility well ahead of January 2027.
How do you register for the UTMB, CCC or OCC?
The UTMB, CCC and OCC are UTMB World Series Finals. Entry is therefore not based on a first come, first served system.
To take part in the selection process, runners generally need to meet the eligibility requirements set by the organisers and complete their pre-registration during the designated period.
For the 2026 edition, the main requirements were as follows:
- hold at least one Running Stone earned within the previous 24 months;
- have a valid UTMB Index in the category that matches the race you want to enter;
- complete pre-registration before the closing deadline.
Eligible runners then enter the lottery.
These rules may change for 2027, so make sure to check the official requirements as soon as they are published.
Do you need Running Stones for UTMB 2027?
For the UTMB World Series Finals, Running Stones play an essential role in gaining access to the lottery.
In 2026, runners needed at least one recent Running Stone to pre-register for the UTMB, CCC or OCC. Stones then increased a runner’s chances in the lottery according to the mechanism set by the organisers.
Running Stones are earned by taking part in and finishing selected races on the UTMB World Series circuit. That is why it is important not to wait until pre-registration opens before looking into them.
A runner hoping to take their chance at UTMB 2027 needs to plan ahead for:
- races that offer Running Stones;
- their validity period;
- their race calendar;
- the time needed to earn a Running Stone before pre-registration.
The 2027 UTMB World Series event calendar already makes it possible to identify some races scheduled before the 2027 UTMB, but the precise eligibility rules must be checked when the Finals regulations are published.
What UTMB Index do you need?
In addition to Running Stones, applicants must have a valid UTMB Index in the category for their chosen race.
The required category depends on the event you are targeting. You should therefore check your status directly in your MyUTMB account before pre-registration opens.
The organisers generally provide a tool that allows runners to check their eligibility for the UTMB World Series Finals.
Before January 2027, it is advisable to check:
- that your UTMB Index is still valid;
- that it matches the category of the race you want to run;
- that the required race results have been correctly recorded;
- that your Running Stones appear correctly in your account;
- that you meet the 2027 eligibility requirements.
An error discovered after pre-registration has closed may prevent you from entering the lottery.
How does the UTMB lottery work?
Once pre-registration closes, runners who meet the required criteria enter the lottery.
For the 2026 edition, only runners who were eligible by the pre-registration closing date could take part in the selection process. The results were then published a few days later. Runners selected in the lottery had a limited time to confirm their entry and pay the registration fee.
If they did not confirm, some places could be allocated to runners on a waiting list.
The system is likely to be similar in 2027, but several details will need to be confirmed:
- the exact length of the pre-registration period;
- the lottery date;
- the number of Running Stones taken into account;
- any mechanisms that increase the chances of selection;
- the payment deadline;
- the rules that apply to the waiting list.
When will the UTMB 2027 lottery results be announced?
The date is not yet known.
In 2026, pre-registration for the Finals closed on January 19 and the lottery results were published on January 22, just a few days later.
If a similar schedule is used for UTMB 2027, the results could be announced in the second half of January 2027.
This timeline is purely indicative. The official date will need to be announced alongside the pre-registration schedule. Selected runners must then pay close attention to the confirmation deadline. A place secured through the lottery is generally not final until registration has been confirmed and paid for on time.
Do the other UTMB week races use the same system?
No. Not every race during UTMB Mont-Blanc week necessarily follows the same rules, and the entry process may vary from one event to another.
In 2026, for example, TDS registration opened on a first come, first served basis, provided runners met the required conditions, particularly regarding their UTMB Index.
ETC and MCC, meanwhile, had specific entry procedures, including lottery systems.
Other events, such as the YCC, also have their own rules.
For UTMB 2027, make sure to review the specific requirements for each race before preparing your registration.
The dates to watch may not be the same depending on which race you want to run.
How much will UTMB 2027 registration cost?
The official entry fees for the 2027 edition are not yet known. Runners will need to wait until pre-registration opens or the regulations are published to know the exact registration prices.
As with any high-demand race, it is best to check only information published by the official organisers before making any payment.
How to prepare for registration opening
Although the UTMB 2027 dates have not yet been announced, several steps can be taken in advance.
1. Check your Running Stones
If you are targeting the UTMB, CCC or OCC, check how many Running Stones you have and when they expire.
2. Check your UTMB Index
Make sure your index is valid and matches the category of the race you are targeting.
3. Plan your 2026 season
The 2027 requirements will likely take into account a specific period for race results and Running Stones. It may therefore be helpful to choose now the races that could allow you to meet the criteria.
4. Create and update your MyUTMB account
Your personal information, race results and eligibility criteria should be easy to check before pre-registration opens.
5. Monitor official announcements
The precise opening date, time, regulations and 2027 criteria will be published by the organisers.
It is recommended to avoid unofficial websites announcing a final date before any communication from UTMB Mont-Blanc.
UTMB 2027 registration FAQ
Is UTMB 2027 registration open?
No. As of September 15, 2026, the official pre-registration dates and procedures for the 2027 UTMB World Series Finals have not yet been announced.
Do you need to be fast to register for the UTMB?
For the UTMB, CCC and OCC, race bibs are not awarded simply based on how quickly you connect. Runners must first pre-register during the designated period, then eligible applicants enter a lottery.
Do you need a Running Stone for UTMB 2027?
For the 2026 edition, at least one recent Running Stone was required to be eligible for the UTMB World Series Finals. The exact rules for 2027 will need to be confirmed.
Do you need a UTMB Index?
Yes, a valid UTMB Index in the category matching the race was required for the 2026 Finals. The final rules for the 2027 edition will need to be checked.
When will the lottery results be announced?
The 2027 date is not yet known. In 2026, results were published a few days after pre-registration closed. An announcement at the end of January 2027 could therefore be possible if the schedule remains similar.
Does TDS use the same system as UTMB?
No. Registration procedures depend on the race. In 2026, TDS notably used a first come, first served system for runners who met the required criteria.
Can you register for more than one race during UTMB week?
Restrictions apply between certain races. In 2026, the organisers stated that runners could only take part in one race in certain combinations. The precise rules should be checked in the 2027 regulations.
Key takeaways
UTMB 2027 registration is not yet open and no official pre-registration date has been announced so far.
Based on the 2026 schedule, the pre-registration period for the UTMB, CCC and OCC could open in early January 2027, followed by a lottery held a few days after applications close.
To maximise your chances of being ready when the time comes, plan ahead for the key requirements: hold a valid UTMB Index, check your Running Stones and build your race season around the eligibility criteria.
However, the final dates, prices and rules for the 2027 edition must be confirmed directly by the HOKA UTMB Mont-Blanc organisers.