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Running Races in Sarasota, Florida

Upcoming running races in and near Sarasota, Florida - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.

21 upcoming races · 15 with finish-time stats

5K 1810K 5
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By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Sarasota races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field759 finishers16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Runin the 5KLongest-running50th year50th Annual Sandy Claws Beach Runannual tradition
Sat, Sep 19, 2026Centerstone's 24th Annual Life;Story 5K/10K Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention Sarasota, FL5K10KFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Phillippi Shores 5k - 1mile fun run Sarasota, FL5K1 MileFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 4, 20265k Run Sarasota, FL5K1 MileFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Flamingo 5K Sarasota, FL5K1 MileFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Behind Their Smile for 22TOOMANY Sarasota, FL5KFrom $50Register Sat, Oct 31, 202623rd Annual Boo Run Sarasota, FL5K500 YardsFrom $45Details Fri, Nov 6, 2026McIntosh Turkey Trot Sarasota, FL1 MileFrom $15Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Florida Turkey Trot Sarasota, FL5KFrom $40Details Sun, Dec 6, 2026Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Sarasota Sarasota, FLMarathonHalf MarathonFrom $65Details Sat, Dec 12, 202650th Annual Sandy Claws Beach Run Sarasota, FL5K1 MileFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Ugly Sweater 5k Sarasota, FL5KFrom $30Register Sat, Dec 19, 2026The Frosty 5K Sarasota, FL5KFrom $35Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Sarasota Half Marathon Sarasota, FLHalf Marathon10K5KFrom $40Details Sun, Jan 10, 202714th Annual Andrew Monroe Memorial Scholarship 5K Run/Walk Sarasota, FL5K1 MileFrom $35Details Sat, Feb 6, 202716th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run Sarasota, FL5KFrom $15Details Sat, Feb 13, 20275K RUN FOR THE DONUT Sarasota, FL5K0.5KFrom $35Details Sun, Feb 14, 2027Mimosa 2.14m Sarasota, FL2.14 Miles1 MileFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Alpha Law Group Autism 5K Sarasota, FL5K1 MileFrom $30Details Sun, Apr 11, 2027Kraken Sarasota, FL5K10KFrom $25Details Sun, Apr 25, 2027Education Foundation Ringling Bridge Run Sarasota, FL10K5K1 MileFrom $40Details Sun, May 16, 2027Bacon Run Sarasota, FL5K10K1.5 MilesFrom $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 Sep 10, 2026.

Common Questions About Racing in Sarasota

What race distances can I run in Sarasota?

Sarasota has 5K (18), 10K (5). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.

When is race season in Sarasota?

October is the busiest month for races in Sarasota, with 5 of the 21, followed by December with 4. 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 Sarasota?

17 of the 21 races in Sarasota 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 Sarasota races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 15 races in Sarasota with published results, the typical median finish is around 35:34, 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 Sarasota?

Browse Sarasota run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.

Are there trail races near Sarasota?

Yes, 2 races around Sarasota get you off the pavement: 2 are trail races. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.