What race distances can I run in Sarasota?
Sarasota has 5K (15), 10K (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
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.
18 upcoming races · 14 with finish-time stats
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.
Sat, Sep 19, 2026Centerstone's 24th Annual Life;Story 5K/10K Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention Sarasota, FLFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Phillippi Shores 5k - 1mile fun run Sarasota, FLFrom $30Details Sun, Oct 4, 20265k Run Sarasota, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Flamingo 5K Sarasota, FLFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Behind Their Smile for 22TOOMANY Sarasota, FLFrom $50Register Fri, Nov 6, 2026McIntosh Turkey Trot Sarasota, FLFrom $10Details Sun, Dec 6, 2026Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Sarasota Sarasota, FLFrom $65Details Sat, Dec 12, 202650th Annual Sandy Claws Beach Run Sarasota, FLFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Ugly Sweater 5k Sarasota, FLFrom $30Register Sat, Dec 19, 2026The Frosty 5K Sarasota, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Sarasota Half Marathon Sarasota, FLFrom $35Details Sun, Jan 10, 202714th Annual Andrew Monroe Memorial Scholarship 5K Run/Walk Sarasota, FLFrom $35Details Sat, Feb 6, 202716th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run Sarasota, FLFrom $15Details Sat, Feb 13, 20275K RUN FOR THE DONUT Sarasota, FLFrom $35Details Sun, Feb 14, 2027Mimosa 2.14m Sarasota, FLFrom $25Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Alpha Law Group Autism 5K Sarasota, FLFrom $30Details Sun, Apr 11, 2027Kraken Sarasota, FLFrom $25Details Sun, May 16, 2027Bacon Run Sarasota, 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 Sarasota
When is race season in Sarasota?
October is the busiest month for races in Sarasota, with 4 of the 18, 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?
15 of the 18 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 14 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.