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Space Coast Marathon
Cocoa Beach, United States
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
USRunning Territory & Spot
Running in Ocala National Forest
54 verified events (24 confirmed dates) and 207 races in Ocala National Forest with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events5424 confirmed dates
Competitions207Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 177 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,485 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Palm Beaches Marathon
West Palm Beach, United States
December 12, 2026 to December 13, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+2
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Ironman 70.3 Florida
Haines City, United States
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
113 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
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Walt Disney World Marathon
Orlando, United States
January 7, 2027 to January 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+2
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Publix Florida Marathon Weekend
Melbourne, United States
February 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run
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Disney Princess Half Marathon
Orlando, United States
February 25, 2027 to February 28, 2027Date confirmed
31.06 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Charity RunCity Run+1
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Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend
Orlando, United States
October 21, 2027 to October 24, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
FestiveCity Run+3
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GFNY Florida Hardee
Wauchula, United States
October 24, 2027Date confirmed
135 km72.5 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2026 | Space Coast Marathon | Cocoa Beach, Florida, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026 | Palm Beaches Marathon | West Palm Beach, Florida, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Ironman 70.3 Florida | Haines City, Florida, US | Triathlon | 113 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 7, 2027 - Jan 10, 2027 | Walt Disney World Marathon | Orlando, Florida, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, 2027 | Publix Florida Marathon Weekend | Melbourne, Florida, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Feb 25, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 | Disney Princess Half Marathon | Orlando, Florida, US | Road Running | 31.06 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2027 - Oct 24, 2027 | Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend | Orlando, Florida, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Oct 24, 2027 | GFNY Florida Hardee | Wauchula, Florida, US | Road Cycling | 135 km72.5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Donna National Marathon | Jacksonville, Florida, US | Road Running | 177.03 km42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Pie Gobbler de Bradenton | Bradenton, Florida, US | Road Running | 21.1 km15 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Cocoa International Marathon - 1mile - 5k - 10k - 21k - 30k - 42k | Cocoa, Florida, US | Road Running | 42.2 km30 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Race For Cupcakes Hawthorne Trail | Archer, Florida, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Ocala National Forest (United States, Florida) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 54 public events and 207 individual races, including 24 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Triathlon, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Cocoa Beach, West Palm Beach, Haines City, and Orlando. Notable events in the selection include Space Coast Marathon, Palm Beaches Marathon, and Ironman 70.3 Florida.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 177 km, reaching up to +1,485 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Ocala National Forest includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Ocala National Forest?
RunningCompass currently lists 54 verified events with 207 individual races in Ocala National Forest. A total of 24 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Space Coast Marathon, Palm Beaches Marathon, and Ironman 70.3 Florida.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Ocala National Forest?
Events in Ocala National Forest focus on Road Running, Triathlon, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 177 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Cocoa Beach, West Palm Beach, Haines City, and Orlando.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Ocala National Forest?
The most selective courses in Ocala National Forest climb up to +1,485 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Ocala National Forest?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.