Florida2026

Sun, 8 Feb 2026 · Melbourne, FL

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Distance: 42.2 km
Race day: 16°C (61°F)

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Located in Melbourne on Florida’s Space Coast, between Miami and Jacksonville, east of Orlando and Tampa the Florida Marathon & Half Marathon delivers a vibrant race experience along the Space Coast. Known for its waterfront views, challenging bridges, and festive atmosphere, this race combines natural beauty with urban charm. It makes for a perfect warm winter running destination for runners of all ages and levels. It is held a month after the Disney Marathon. Like a Rock-n-Roll marathon, our event includes up to 12 musical acts along the course of the half and full marathon. It is a walker and headphones-friendly event with a 7 hour time limit on the Marathon course. Half Marathoners have 5 hours to complete the event. A very scenic route awaits and includes four bridge crossings for the full and two for the half-marathon. The course twice takes marathoners to the beach side barrier island and back to the mainland before concluding at the riverfront Front Street Park in downtown Melbourne. The awards ceremony follows with a party featuring yet another live band. Why Runners Keep Coming Back Spectacular Views: The course features stunning waterfront vistas and serene riverside neighborhoods. Dolphins and manatees are often spotted, adding a touch of wildlife to the experience. Challenging Yet Rewarding Course: With two steep causeway bridges, the course is mostly flat but offers enough variation to…

Before you go

Pro tips

Racing it

01
Start Early on a Mild Morning
The marathon starts at 06:00, with a typical race-day temperature of 16.3C. Use the cool early hours to settle into your pace before the sun climbs.
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02
Respect the Causeway Bridges
The course is mostly flat but includes four bridge crossings for the full marathon and two for the half, with two steep causeway bridges. Pace the climbs steadily and recover on the descents.
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03
Twice to the Barrier Island
Marathoners cross to the beach side barrier island and back twice before finishing at Front Street Park. Expect changing scenery and possible headwinds on exposed causeways.
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04
Music and Generous Cutoffs
With up to 12 musical acts along the course and a 7-hour marathon limit (5 hours for the half), this is a walker- and headphones-friendly event. Use the bands as mental checkpoints.
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05
Finish and Celebrate at Front Street Park
The race concludes at riverfront Front Street Park in downtown Melbourne, followed by an awards party with a live band. Plan to stick around for the post-race celebration.
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In Melbourne

Getting Around on Race Day
Causeway bridges to the beachside will have closures, so expect delays. Carpool, use ride-shares, or get dropped off near the start or finish to avoid parking congestion.
Spectator Spots
Watch from downtown Melbourne's riverfront parks or along the Indian River Lagoon, where runners pass twice. The beachside barrier island also offers views as the course crosses over.
Recover and Explore
After the race, unwind at a riverfront park or the Atlantic beaches to stretch and cool off. Melbourne's laid-back Space Coast character makes for an easy recovery day.

Written by AI from the course data and the race's description; city tips are general knowledge. Check race-day details with the organizer.

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