YMCA Sandbar Half Marathon / 5K
YMCA Sandbar Half Marathon / 5K is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Englewood, FL, with entry fees from $30 to $65.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (48 days to go)
- Location
- 1975 Beach Rd, Englewood, FL
- Price
- $30–$65
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
YMCA Sandbar Half Marathon & 5K
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Start Times
- 7:00 AM – Half Marathon
- 7:15 AM – 5K
Location: Englewood Beach South Parking Lot (across from The SandBar Tiki & Grille)
Presented by The SandBar Tiki & Grille
Join the Englewood YMCA for our annual Half Marathon & 5K, set along scenic Manasota Key, one of Florida's most beautiful coastal destinations. This fast, runner-friendly course features long straightaways, minimal turns, and miles of tree-lined roadway that provide welcome shade along the route.
Both races begin at the South Beach Parking Lot. Half Marathon participants will head north on Beach Road for approximately 6.55 miles before making a turnaround and returning to the finish. The 5K follows the same scenic route on a shorter out-and-back course.
Registration
Advance registration is required. There will be no race day registration.
5K (Ages 14 & Under): $15 (price does not increase)
Every Participant Receives
- Chip-timed race
- Finisher medal
- Official race shirt (while supplies last)
- Free hot breakfast at The SandBar Tiki & Grille beginning at 8:30 AM
- One complimentary draft beer for participants age 21+
- Live music following the race
- Age group awards
Race Information
- Parking: Englewood Beach Parking Area
- Carpooling is strongly encouraged.
- The Half Marathon has a 3-hour, 30-minute time limit, requiring an average pace of approximately 16 minutes per mile.
- The course remains open to traffic. Participants should stay alert and follow all instructions from law enforcement and race volunteers.
Timing & Awards
The race is professionally chip timed.
Per USATF rules, gun time will determine overall winners and any prize money or bonus awards. Chip time (net time) will be used to determine all age group award winners.
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
86°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Venice, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Englewood, FL
City Elevation
14 ft
Nearest Airport
PGD
Punta Gorda Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
SRQ
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport · 30 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- YMCA Sandbar Half Marathon / 5K
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 1975 Beach Rd, Englewood, FL
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YMCA Sandbar Half Marathon / 5K
Oct 17, 2026