Mount Dora Half Marathon
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Event
The Mount Dora Half Marathon & 5K takes place December 20-21, 2025 in Mount Dora, FL (32757). The event includes two distances:
- 13.1 miles (Half Marathon)
- 5K
Each distance is limited to 1,300 entries. A portion of race proceeds supports Mount Dora High School FFA and the Run 4 a Cause Foundation. Participants receive shirts and finisher medals; those who run both races (Dora Double) receive both shirts and medals plus an additional commemorative item.
Race details and logistics
The half marathon course is USATF certified (FL12108EBM) and follows streets around downtown Mount Dora and the lakeshore. Water stations are located at miles 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 and 12; Gatorade at miles 3, 7 and 11; bathrooms at miles 1, 3, 4.5, 7, 9 and 11; and gel at mile 7. The event uses chip timing with disposable chips attached to the bib. There is a course cutoff of 3 hours and 25 minutes (15:42 min/mile pace); medals and official times are given to finishers within that limit.
Start/finish locations are Donnelly Park (5K) and Elizabeth Evans Park (half marathon). Packet pick-up is at Donnelly Park on the days before the race and on race day. Transfers, deferrals and no-refund rules apply; fees and deadlines are listed by the event. Strollers, bicycles, skates, scooters and dogs are not allowed on course. Pace groups are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.