Key West Half Marathon

JAN
16-18
2026
Run sun soaked streets of Key West in mid January 2026 at the Key West Half Marathon & Runfest, with a half, 10K, 8K, 5K, Papa’s Pilar Rum Stroll and Beach N' Beer Mile. Enjoy an expo, live music, rum tastings and post race parties.
16-18 Jan 2026
Half Marathon 10 kilometers 8 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Key West Half Marathon & Runfest is scheduled for mid-January 2026 in Key West, Florida. It is presented as the 28th annual edition and takes place around 231 Margaret Street, Key West, FL 33040. The event includes in-person and virtual options and lists a range of race formats, festival activities, an expo, awards, and post-race gatherings.

Races and program

  • Half Marathon
  • 10K
  • 8K
  • 5K
  • Papa’s Pilar Rum Stroll
  • Beach N' Beer Mile

Multiple challenge options combine distances into single entries (for example, combined half/10K/5K and combined 5K/8K/10K challenges). The Beer Mile is described as four loops with four beers, a custom shirt, and prize categories; it is not timed. The Papa’s Pilar Rum Stroll is presented by Papa’s Pilar Rum.

Race logistics and festival items include a runner’s expo and packet pick-up locations, awards ceremonies, a concert and awards party, meet and greet events, and multiple post-race parties and recovery gatherings at local venues. Some course locations named are Higg’s Beach for certain starts and a finish behind Waterfront Brewery. All participants are listed as receiving a race shirt, finisher medal, race bag, food and drinks, rum tasting, and entertainment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Key West Half Marathon
10 km
10k
8 km
5 km
Rum Stroll
Beer Mile