Sarasota Half Marathon
- Date
- January 9, 2027
- Distance
- Half Marathon · 10k · 5k & more
From the Organizer
🎉 Welcome to the Sarasota Half Marathon, 10k, 5k run!
We’re thrilled to have you join us for an unforgettable race in Lakewood Ranch. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your experience:
📍 Event Overview:
Race: Sarasota Half Marathon, 10k, 5k run
Location: Lakewood Ranch
Packet Pick-Up: Look out for EMAIL closer to race!
Race Start Time: 7:00 AM For the Half:
Time limit for the Half is 3:16 - 15min pace
The Finish line will be taken down at that time
🎽 Runner Perks:
A stylish race t-shirt
Post-race snacks & refreshments
A fun, festive atmosphere
Age group awards and recognition
Age Group Categories:
Under 12
13–19
20–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60–69
70+
🎶 Race Day Fun:
Local vendor booths to explore
Music to keep the energy high
Great vibes and community spirit
🧘 Pre-Race Stretch Session:
Join us 30 minutes before the race for a guided group stretch to get warmed up and ready to run. Thank you for being part of the Trail run experience! We’re so excited to see you at the start line!
Let’s make this a race to remember!
Happy Racing! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Half Marathon map (4 loops) RunGo | Sarasota half | Sarasota
5k map CLICK HERE
10k (2 loops) CLICK HERE
Hotels nearby THE 10 CLOSEST Hotels to The Mall at University Town Center, Sarasota (tripadvisor.com)
Here's the packet pick-up information and some important details for the Sarasota Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k:
*Packet Pick-Up Locations:
January 9th at UTC in the mall Fit 2 Run Store there will be packet pickup from 5pm to 7pm
Saturday, 10th 2025 starts at 5:45 am at Centauri Insurance (Race day pick-up). 4081 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34240
Race Day Parking:
Grace Community Church, 4080 Lakewood Ranch Blvd N, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240.
Race Day Schedule:
- Half Marathon:4 loops. 7am
Time limit for the Half is 3:16 - 15min pace
The Finish line will be taken down at that time
- 10k: 2 loops. 7:15am
- 5k: 1 loop. 7:15am
Safety Measures:
- Local AM radio group across the course.
- Local bike club patrolling.
- Water stops every couple of miles.
- DJ's
- Please be vigilant even though it's a closed course.
- If using earbuds, consider one to hear commands from volunteers.
Race day parking Grace Community Church 4080 Lakewood Ranch Blvd N, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
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
72°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Sarasota Bradenton Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Sarasota, FL
Elevation
13 ft
Nearest Airport
SRQ
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Sarasota Half Marathon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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- Race
- Sarasota Half Marathon
- Date
- January 9, 2027
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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 Sarasota Half Marathon?
- Sarasota Half Marathon is a running race held in Sarasota, Florida on January 9, 2027. 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 Sarasota Half Marathon?
- Saturday, January 9, 2027 in Sarasota, Florida at 4081 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Sarasota, FL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Sarasota Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Sarasota Half Marathon
Jan 9, 2027