St. Petersburg Distance Classic
- Date
- February 7, 2027
- Distance
- 5K · 10K · Half Marathon · Marathon
- Price
- $15–$100
From the Organizer
Join us for our St. Petersburg Distance Classic on Florida’s west coast overlooking Tampa Bay. With a USATF certified Marathon (Boston Qualifier), Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, plus Virtual options, we offer something for everyone.
Back again in 2027: a variety of musical entertainment along the courses. Also, pacers for the marathon and halfathon to help athletes achieve their goals.
ALL four race courses are the same for the first two miles – heading north into Snell Isle. While 5K participants turn around at mile 2 and return towards the finish line, all other participants head north and around Coffee Pot Bayou before returning to North Shore Park.
The Halfathon and Marathon head south along the waterfront, through our bustling downtown, and onto Central Avenue, which features a dynamic mixture of the best local shops and cafes. Watch for an abundance of huge murals on Central Avenue’s building walls as St. Petersburg is a genuinely well known haven for artists of all types.
At Mile 10, the Halfathon and Marathon courses split at the Pinellas Trail. The half marathon participants head east back towards the waterfront, and the marathon runners head west to achieve their marathon mileage before returning to the waterfront finish line.
The St. Petersburg Marathon was the first ever 26.2-mile race staged entirely in St. Petersburg in 2019. The marathon course has been accurately measured per USATF certification standards and certified (FL19019TY) and is therefore a Boston Marathon Qualifier.
For our out-of-town athletes, our award winning, white-sand beaches provide the perfect setting to relax and recover. Ideal overall temperatures (56° – 71 °) make this a perfect spot for a mid-winter vacation wrapped around a long-distance run or walk.
Finally, we offer four virtual options for athletes unable to join us on-site: marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K. Visit our Virtual Runs page for more information.
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1) Sign up for the St. Petersburg Distance Classic.
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3) Encourage 5 FRIENDS to sign up using your unique referral link - you will automatically receive a refund of $20.00. Awesome!
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
56°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from St Petersburg, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Saint Petersburg, FL
City Elevation
24 ft
Nearest Airport
PIE
St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Days to train
- Race
- St. Petersburg Distance Classic
- Date
- February 7, 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the St. Petersburg Distance Classic?
- St. Petersburg Distance Classic is a running race held in Saint Petersburg, Florida on February 7, 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 St. Petersburg Distance Classic?
- Sunday, February 7, 2027 in Saint Petersburg, Florida at 901 North Shore Dr. NE. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the St. Petersburg Distance Classic?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
St. Petersburg Distance Classic
Feb 7, 2027