Sarasota Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Sarasota Half Marathon takes place on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, FL (zipcode 34240). The event program includes the following races:
- Half Marathon
- 10k
- 5k
- Virtual
The half marathon is run as four loops, the 10k as two loops, and the 5k as one loop. Registration deadlines are listed for the in-person events on January 10, 2026, and for the virtual event on January 7, 2026. Entry fees shown are: half marathon $95, 10k $60, 5k $45, and virtual $50. Age group categories are Under 12, 13–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, and 70+.
Logistics and services
Primary event location and packet pick-up address is 4081 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34240. Packet pick-up is also available on the days before the race at Big Top Brewing, 3045 Fruitville Commons Blvd, Sarasota. Race day parking is listed at Grace Community Church, 4080 Lakewood Ranch Blvd N, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240.
On-course services and safety measures include water stops approximately every couple of miles, local radio coverage, and patrol by a local bike club. The event offers a race t-shirt, post-race snacks and refreshments, and age-group awards. A guided group stretch is scheduled before the race. Sponsors named include Neal Communities and Grace Sarasota. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
