Sarasota
Walking Events Calendar near Sarasota 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Sarasota for 2026-2027! We've gathered 33 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
November 2026
Walkers are welcome on Courtney Campbell Trail with distance options 5K, 10K, 13.1 and a family 1 mile. Timing is optional with no timing chips, waves available by request, swag ships to US addresses and bibs are provided on race day.
Walkers can take part in the festive 1 mile Elf Dash starting at the Intersection of Harbor Drive & Venice Ave in Downtown Venice. The route goes through downtown with parade viewing and post event hot cocoa and cookies nearby.
December 2026
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K or 13.1 Miles courses starting at Shamrock Park. Water is limited to lap ends and the finish, staff are minimal and EMS is not onsite, so walkers should plan for weather and carry supplies.
Walkers can use the 5K course at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, a park route around a 400 acre lake and rowing facilities. Race night packet pickup is at the park, parking inside is $15, restrooms and a water station are provided.
Walkers can choose a 1 Miles beach stroll on the hard packed sand of Siesta Beach or join the virtual 5K walk. Packet pickup available early and on race day; all participants receive finisher medals and shirts while supplies last.
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, 13.1 or 1 Mile along Riverwalk at 3rd Avenue West, Bradenton. Events start in waves with optional timing, no timing chips, race bibs on race day and a virtual option with mailed swag.
Walkers can choose 1 mile, 5K, 10K or 13.1 routes along the Riverwalk at 3rd Avenue West in Bradenton. Timing is optional with no timing chips, race bibs provided on race day, and participant swag shipped to the US mailing address.
January 2027
The 1 Miles walk runs on Siesta Key Beach at 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota on a flat coastal route alongside the running races. Early packet pickup is at New Balance locations and walkers are asked to bring canned food and used shoes or clothing; goodie..
Walkers can choose 1 Mile, 5K, 10K or 13.1 routes on Courtney Campbell Trail in Tampa, FL. Timing is optional with no timing chips; waves and coordinators support walkers and race bibs are given on race day.
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, 13.1 Half Marathon or a family 1 Mile on the Upper Tampa Bay Trail in Tampa. Timing is optional with no timing chips, wave starts are available, race bibs are provided on race day and swag is shipped to US..
February 2027
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, 13.1 or a 1 mile family option on Courtney Campbell Trail in Tampa. Timing is optional with wave starts (email to request) and race bibs are provided on race day.
April 2027
Walkers can choose the 1 Mile Fun Run or a Virtual Fun Run or Walk; the in person start is Siesta Key Public Beach (948 Beach Road) on a beach course. Multiple water stations; virtual walks may be completed through April 11, 2026.