What race distances can I run in Ocala?
Ocala has 5K (27), 10K (19), Half Marathon (18), Marathon (4). 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 Ocala, Florida
Upcoming running races in and near Ocala, Florida - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
28 upcoming races · 21 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Ocala races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Oct 17, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (42) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 24, 20265k Nevermore Ocala, FLFrom $5Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K,13.1M & 26.2M at Ocala, FL (45) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Landbridge Trail 5k Ocala, FLFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Run for the Dogs 5k - Ocala Ocala, FLFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026SMHS Family Fun Run/Walk 5k Ocala, FLFrom $25Register Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (47) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Frank DeLuca YMCA 5K & 10K Ocala, FLFrom $35Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Pie Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Go and Gobble 5k Ocala, FLFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Ocala, FL (49) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Ocala Reindeer Run Ocala, FLFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (51) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 2, 2027New Year 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M, Ocala, FL (01) Ocala, FLFrom $35Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (03) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (06) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Valentine's Day 5k Ocala, FLFrom $25Details Sat, Feb 20, 2027Viking 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Ocala, FL (08) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (10) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 20, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Ocala, FL (12) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027Bunny 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (14) Ocala, FLFrom $30Register Sat, Apr 17, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (16) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, May 1, 2027Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (18) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, May 8, 2027Mother's Day 5k Run / Walk Ocala, FLFrom $35Details Sat, May 15, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (20) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Jun 5, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (23) Ocala, FLFrom $30Register Sat, Jun 19, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (25) Ocala, FLFrom $30Details Sun, Jul 4, 2027Iggy's "4 on the Fourth" Freedom Run Ocala, FLFrom $30Details
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More race calendars close to Ocala. 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 Oct 17, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Ocala
When is race season in Ocala?
November is the busiest month for races in Ocala, with 8 of the 28, followed by December with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Ocala races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 21 races in Ocala with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:39, 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 Ocala?
Browse Ocala run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Ocala?
Yes, one race around Ocala gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race.