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Florida Marathon

Melbourne, FL
Sunday, February 7, 2027


  4.4 Stars from 10 Reviews

Course Description
The Florida Marathon is a very scenic and mostly flat course with four bridge crossings and twenty musical acts along the course.

From the Race Organizers - Located in Melbourne on Florida's Space Coast, between Miami and Jacksonville, east of Orlando and Tampa, the Publix Florida Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Weekend 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 20 musical acts along the course of the half and full marathon and half a dozen on the routes of the 5-k and 8-k races.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Sunday, February 7, 2027
2026: Cancelled

Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Multiple Loops
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: Yes

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 61°F (16°C)
Average High: 72°F (22°C)
Average Low: 50° F (10°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 98.54
Course Score: 99.04

Race Size

2026: No Results
2025: 328 Finishers
2024: 221 Finishers
2023: 212 Finishers
2022: 163 Finishers
2021: 160 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: N/A
2025: 3.1%
2024: 5.9%
2023: 6.6%
2022: 8.6%
2021: 5.6%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: Yes

Weather Averages for Last 16 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 73°F  (23°C)
Low: 59°F  (15°C)

Race Start Conditions

61°F  (16°C)
Humidity: 89%

Mostly Cloudy
W 8 mph

PR Score

95.87

Course Score

99.3






Florida Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Florida Marathon was the 195th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 225th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, 3.1% of Florida Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 5.9% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Florida Marathon ranked 371st among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 261st in 2024. In Florida, it ranked 13th in 2025 and 7th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.

The Florida Marathon has a Course Score of 99.04, ranking it as the 212th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 15th fastest marathon course in Florida.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are slightly above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Florida Marathon a PR Score of 98.54. The PR Score ranks the Florida Marathon as the 230th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 9th best marathon for a PR in Florida.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Florida Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Florida for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Florida Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed212th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 15th fastest marathon course in Florida
Top 46% Nationally#15 of 17 in Florida
PR Potential230th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 9th best marathon for a PR in Florida
Top 50% Nationally#9 of 17 in Florida
Boston Qualifier Rate371st highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 13th highest BQ percentage in Florida
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 78% Nationally#13 of 18 in Florida
Race Size195th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 11th largest marathon in Florida
Based on 2025 results
Top 33% Nationally#11 of 18 in Florida

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 70 feet (21m)
Min Elevation: 2 feet (0m)

Elevation Gain: 418 feet (127m)
Elevation Loss: 414 feet (126m)


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Course updated 12/09/2024




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Race Reviews


4.4
Based on 10 reviews
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Good flat course that can be hot on warm days.

Full Review:

I like the flat course and think the Marathon team did a real good job of handling circumstances on the short notice road construction. Not sure if anyone likes out and back runs but The 1/2 marathon was out and back but seemed seamless. Th bridge at 192 was good and challenging Good water stops that included hydration and water. Volunteers at intersection were some of the most enthusiastic of have experienced.

Would like to see a split at the 1/2 and tracking with automatic results as a standard for a lot of the larger marathons. The run has no shade which makes ideal for winter long runs.

Race Tips:

If going to be sunny, don't wear a lot of heavy clothes very far.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Parking is difficult and you should get their early for the better ones. I got there an hour early the best free parking was a 1/2 mile off.
Reviewed by David About 2026

Safety Concerns

Full Review:

A significant portion of the out-and-back course is along a busy road that is not completely closed to traffic. Only cones divide the runners from speeding cars in a small town in Florida on an early Sunday morning. I felt somewhat vulnerable but trusted that the race organizers and law enforcement would keep us safe. Unfortunately, during the race, an intoxicated driver hit a runner. The runner remains hospitalized. The race director announced the incident after the race concluded at the awards ceremony. Since making that announcement, the race organizers have not released a single update to runners about the incident or what will be done in the future to ensure the safety of runners. Because the race has completely ignored this tragic incident, I would not recommend running this unless and until the race organizers are able to ensure that they are implementing measures to protect runners’ safety.

Race Tips:

Check the course. The 2026 course was modified due to construction issues. If the course is the same in 2027, perhaps wait to run it again until the original course is reinstated. Also ask the RD how much of the course is along a busy road.
Reviewed by Hoolieg About 2026

Questionable organization

Full Review:

Our start was delayed roughly 15minutes because the organizers said they didn't have all of the course markers laid out in time. This led to some chaos with many runners trying to leave the corral and go back the bathroom. I was included in this group and then missed the gun due to lines and had to weave through traffic. There weren't enough volunteers at the first few water stations and I had to chose between stopping to drink bc of the line or keep going.

Race Tips:

Course is pretty flat other than a crossing 2 bridges twice as this is a looped course. The final time you cross a bridge is in the last mile and it is BRUTAL. Definitely make sure you have something left in the tank. I saw a lot of folks walking at that point.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Get there early. As with most race the bathroom lines get very lengthy as you get closer to the start.
Reviewed by MP About 2025

Great winter escape

Full Review:

Good course. Nice people. Good swag and party after the run.

Race Tips:

Can be warm and humid. That feels good at first but can take it out of you in the later miles. It's Florida but the two bridges present real hills.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Staying nearby and parking are easy. All within blocks of the start/finish.
Reviewed by LWC About 2019

Florida Marathon, where running is a pleasure!

Full Review:

The route could have been less neighborhood Relay handoff could've been somewhere where parking wasn't an issue

Race Tips:

Train for hills

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Arrive early
Reviewed by Giovanna About 2019

What a View!!

Full Review:

Beautiful Scenery over Two Causeways that we call the Florida Mountains!! Great Volunteer Support!! Great Medals!! Great T-Shirts!! Great Before and After Parties!!

Race Tips:

Wind, Rain, Cold or Hot Sunshine - Be Ready for Anything!!
Reviewed by DW About 2018

ENERGY,FUN,QUALITY FROM START TO FINISH

Full Review:

LOVED THE WARM-UP, AND SUPER FUN RACE START!!! THE COURSE IS BEAUTIFUL WITH THE BEST ENTERTAINMENT AROUND. NICE MEDALS, AWESOME VOLUNTEERS AND SUPPORT--HARD TO FIND NICER PEOPLE IN THIS DAY AND AGE, SO IT WAS WELCOME. VERY NICE POST RACE FOOD AND REFRESHMENTS AND PLENTY OF IT! WORTH THE TRIP...IT'S NOT A RIP OFF, A GIMICK RACE OR A BIG CITY HUSTLE RACE!

Race Tips:

ENJOY THE VIEWS. THE TWO BRIDGES ARE REAL CHALLENGES, BUT THE PAY OFF WORTH IT.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

PLENTY OF PARKING OPTIONS. LOTS OF LOCAL RESTAURANTS TO CHOOSE FROM, NOT YOUR ORDINARY CRAPPY CHAINS UNLESS YOU WANT THEM. LOVED THE MANSION,WHICH ALSO SPONSORED THE RACE.
Reviewed by TN About 2018

Beautiful Course & Best After Party

Full Review:

Beautiful waterfront course, awesome volunteers and management and a flat course Except for those bridges! Lots of music along the way.

Race Tips:

Could be 45 degrees or could be 80 degrees- it is February in Central Florida.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Parking is pretty easy to find. Far more 1/2 marathoners than marathoners so plenty of room for marathoners as they start 30 minutes earlier. Lots of restaurants nearby and great beaches.
Reviewed by DLR About 2018

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Reviewed by Anonymous About 2018

Full Review:

2 Loops around the Scenic Indian River Lagoon, Over 2 different Causeways (twice each) - The Florida Mountains - Great Race Management - Great Traffic Control - GREAT Post Race Party!!

Race Pacers are available and accurate!

Race Tips:

This is an OUTDOOR Event (Duh!) In the Winter, In Florida! Weather can be HOT, Weather can be COLD! Might be WINDY, Might be Raining - Be prepared to dress accordingly! Race course aide is plentiful, Race Volunteers are OUTSTANDING!! Be prepared to have a Great Time!!

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Website has ALL necessary info
Reviewed by DW About 2017