Florida Marathon Weekend
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Health First Florida Marathon Weekend
The Health First Florida Marathon Weekend is a multi-distance running event held in Melbourne on Florida’s Space Coast. The event includes the marathon, half marathon, the Carib 10K, a 5K, and a virtual run category. Start and finish areas are near Melbourne’s Riverside Front Street Park.
The marathon course contains four 5-mile straightaways and is designated as a Boston Marathon qualifying course. The event stages up to 12 musical acts along the marathon and half-marathon routes and additional performers on the 10K and 5K courses. Aid stations provide Gatorade and water along the routes. Pacers are provided for both the marathon and half marathon. A seven hour time limit applies to the full event. Walkers are permitted in the 10K and 5K only; walkers are not allowed in the half marathon or marathon.
Event amenities and logistics include:
- Marathon
- Half marathon
- Carib 10K
- 5K
- Virtual run
All finishers receive themed medals made from recycled metals. Runners may choose a branded hat or visor. Post-race festivities include free finisher photos and brews provided by Carib Brewery. Shirts are sold separately and are not included with registration. Packet pickup and the Health at Fitness Expo take place at the Front Street Civic Center on the Saturday before the race. No race-day parking is allowed at Front Street Park or the boat ramp. The event emphasizes composting, recycling, and reuse as part of its sustainability program. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
