What race distances can I run in Fort Myers?
Fort Myers has 5K (18). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Florida · Race calendar
Running Races in Fort Myers, Florida
Upcoming running races in and near Fort Myers, Florida - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
19 upcoming races · 14 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Fort Myers races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sun, Aug 30, 2026Hero Hustle-2026 Fort Myers, FLFrom $40Register Sat, Sep 12, 2026Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Fort Myers, FL Fort Myers, FLFrom $15Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Apex Hispanic Heritage 5K Fort Myers, FLFrom $38Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Running Scared 5K Fort Myers, FLFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Partners Pink Run Fort Myers, FLFrom $38Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026LCMS Foundation 5kRun/2kWalk-2026 Fort Myers, FLFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026The Fast & The Furriest Fort Myers, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Mullets & Mustaches Run Fort Myers, FLFrom $35Details Thu, Nov 26, 202615th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event Fort Myers, FLFrom $12Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Fort Myers Turkey Trot 5K Fort Myers, FLFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Rockin Around the Bell Tower Fort Myers, FLFrom $40Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Cops & Joggers 5K Fort Myers, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Hope & Honor 5K Fort Myers, FLFrom $40Details Sat, Jan 30, 2027Apex Rewind Run SWFL Fort Myers, FLFrom $25Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Strides for Education 5K Fort Myers, FLFrom $30Details Sun, Feb 7, 2027Publix Run To The Arts 5K - 2027 Fort Myers, FLFrom $43Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Bell Tower Cupid Chase Fort Myers, FLFrom $35Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027McGregor's Kilts & Kilometers Fort Myers, FLFrom $35Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027Parkinson's 5K & Wellness Walk Fort Myers, FLFrom $30Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Fort Myers
When is race season in Fort Myers?
November is the busiest month for races in Fort Myers, with 4 of the 19, followed by October with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Fort Myers?
14 of the 19 races in Fort Myers already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Fort Myers races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 14 races in Fort Myers with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:57, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Fort Myers?
Browse Fort Myers run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.