What race distances can I run in Tallahassee?
Tallahassee has 5K (12), 10K (4), Half Marathon (4). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Tallahassee, Florida
Upcoming running races in and near Tallahassee, 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 · 8 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Tallahassee races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Fri, Sep 11, 2026HOKA + Nights of Thunder Cross Country Fest Tallahassee, FLFrom $45Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026GWTC 5K for Sickle Cell Anemia & Tim Simpkins 1 Mile Tallahassee, FLFrom $17Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Women's Distance Festival 5K Tallahassee, FLFrom $25Details Wed, Sep 23, 2026GWTC Beginning Running Group Tallahassee, FLFreeDetails Sat, Sep 26, 2026Salute to Steve Prefontaine 5K and Mile Tallahassee, FLFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Tallahassee, FL (40) Tallahassee, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026GWTC Pine Run 20K at Tall Timbers Tallahassee, FLFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Tallahassee Trick or Trot, 5k and Fun Run Tallahassee, FLFrom $20Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Tallahassee, FL (45) Tallahassee, FLFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Miles for Meals 5K (AED x Kearney Center) Tallahassee, FLFrom $25Details Wed, Nov 11, 2026Full Press Apparel Memorial to Memorial Veterans Day 5K Tallahassee, FLFrom $25Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Tallahassee Turkey Trot 15K/10K/5K/1Mile Tallahassee, FLFrom $15Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026City of Tallahassee Jingle Bell Run 2026 Tallahassee, FLFrom $20Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Tallahassee, FL (49) Tallahassee, FLFrom $30Details Thu, Dec 31, 2026TESTING M&T RACE FOR & FUN Tallahassee, FLFrom $10Details Sun, Feb 7, 2027Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon Tallahassee, FLFrom $45Details Sat, Feb 27, 2027Cobb Cub Prowl Tallahassee, FLFrom $10Register Sat, Apr 3, 2027Springtime 10K/5K/1 Mile Tallahassee, FLFrom $12Details
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 Tallahassee
When is race season in Tallahassee?
September is the busiest month for races in Tallahassee, with 5 of the 18, followed by November 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 Tallahassee?
10 of the 18 races in Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 8 races in Tallahassee with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:29, 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 Tallahassee?
Browse Tallahassee run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Tallahassee?
Yes, 2 races around Tallahassee 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.