Cocoa Beach Half Marathon
- Date
- November 15, 2026
- Distance
- Cocoa Beach Half Marathon · Cocoa Beach 10K
From the Organizer
Off the coast you are very likely to see fishing boats, giant cruise ships, porpoises and diving birds. Once off the beach, you will head back onto A1A and a fabulous finish on I Dream of Jeannie Lane!
Amenities will include a few musical acts along the course, commemorative hats, and a one-of-a-kind custom made and big and bold medals.
Online registration closes on November 11th, 2026 @ 11:59pm. A limited number of registrations will be accepted IN PERSON at packet pickup on Saturday, November 14th.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
79°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Melbourne Wfo, 15 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cocoa Beach, FL
Population
11,341
as of 2023
Elevation
7 ft
Nearest Airport
MLB
Melbourne Orlando International Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
MCO
Orlando International Airport · 43 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Cocoa Beach Half Marathon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
160
Days to train
- Race
- Cocoa Beach Half Marathon
- Date
- November 15, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Cocoa Beach Half Marathon?
- Cocoa Beach Half Marathon is a running race held in Cocoa Beach, Florida on November 15, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Cocoa Beach Half Marathon?
- Sunday, November 15, 2026 in Cocoa Beach, Florida at 1500 N Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach, FL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Cocoa Beach Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Cocoa Beach Half Marathon
Nov 15, 2026