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UNBOUND Gravel 2027 registration date & lottery
Emporia, KS · Jun 5, 2027 · not open
Lottery opensNov 1, 2026, 10:00 AM CT
Lottery closesNov 15, 2026, 11:59 PM CT
Lottery resultsNov 21, 2026 (time TBA, CT)
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Registration info
| Entry type | lottery |
|---|---|
| Status (as of Oct 19, 2026) | not open |
| Registration opens | Not announced |
| Lottery window | Nov 1, 2026, 10:00 AM CT – Nov 15, 2026, 11:59 PM CT |
| Lottery results | Nov 21, 2026 (time TBA, CT) |
| Time zone | CT (America/Chicago) |
| Distances | XL 350 mi, 200, 100, 50, 25 mi |
| Sell-out history | Lottery-only for all distances due to demand (organizer). |
| Series | Life Time Grand Prix |
| Notes | Race weekend Jun 3-6, 2027; main races Sat Jun 5. Life Time Club members enter lottery early Oct 25, 2026. Deferral & past-volunteer registration also opens Nov 1. Free to enter; card charged only if selected. One entry per person. Formerly Dirty Kanza (renamed 2020). |
| Official site | https://www.unboundgravel.com/ |
| Source | https://www.unboundgravel.com/registration/ · confidence: high |
FAQ
When does UNBOUND Gravel 2027 registration open?
UNBOUND Gravel uses a lottery. The lottery opens Nov 1, 2026, 10:00 AM CT and closes Nov 15, 2026, 11:59 PM CT; results Nov 21, 2026 (time TBA, CT).
Is UNBOUND Gravel a lottery?
Yes, entry is by lottery/random selection.
When is UNBOUND Gravel 2027?
Jun 5, 2027 in Emporia, KS.
Does UNBOUND Gravel sell out?
Lottery-only for all distances due to demand (organizer).