What race distances can I run in Merritt Island?
Merritt Island has 5K (6), 10K (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Florida · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Merritt Island, Florida
Upcoming running races in and near Merritt Island, Florida - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
7 upcoming races · 3 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Merritt Island races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Oct 17, 2026Haunted 5K & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (42) Merritt Island, FLFrom $30Register Sat, Nov 7, 2026D.A.S.H In Life 5K Merritt Island, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Teen Mission Fall Fun Run Merritt Island, FLFreeRegister Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (47) Merritt Island, FLFrom $30Register Sat, Dec 5, 2026Merritt Island Holiday Fest 3K Merritt Island, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (51) Merritt Island, FLFrom $30Register Fri, Jan 15, 2027Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Space Race 3K Walk/Run Merritt Island, FLFrom $35Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Merritt Island. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
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 Sep 20, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Merritt Island
When is race season in Merritt Island?
November is the busiest month for races in Merritt Island, with 3 of the 7, followed by December with 2. 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 Merritt Island?
3 of the 7 races in Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 3 races in Merritt Island with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:03, 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 Merritt Island?
Browse Merritt Island run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.