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Tallahassee Marathons 2026-27
Yes. The Tallahassee Marathon is Sunday, February 7, 2027, at 7:30 a.m., put on by the all-volunteer Gulf Winds Track Club. The course passes the FSU and FAMU campuses under big oaks and finishes on Madison Street. It is the only full marathon in Tallahassee. The closest others are Albany, Georgia (March 6) and Panama City Beach (December 5).
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Upcoming Marathon Races in Tallahassee
info Sunday, February 7, 2027, 7:30am. Marathon $115, half $75, marathon relay $48 per runner until November 30, 2026, then the price goes up. The marathon finishes on Madison Street; the half finishes in College Town.
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Marathons Near Tallahassee
Tallahassee has one marathon a year. If February does not work, these are the closest full marathons, soonest first.
| Race | Date | City | Miles away | Distances | Course |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powerade Panama City Beach Marathon | December 5, 2026 | Panama City Beach | About 95 | Marathon, Half, 5K | USATF-certified loops from Pier Park, 7am start; course closes at 1pm |
| Combos Marathon and Half Marathon | March 6, 2027 | Albany, GA | About 80 | Marathon, Half, 5K | Starts at 112 N Front St., 7am; 7-hour limit |
Miles are straight-line from downtown Tallahassee to the start. Dates checked against each race's official page on October 18, 2026.
Is There a Marathon in Tallahassee?
Yes, one. The Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon is on Sunday, February 7, 2027. The marathon, half marathon and marathon relay all start at 7:30 a.m. The race began in 1975 with two runners and is still run entirely by volunteers from the Gulf Winds Track Club.
No other full marathon is held in the city. If you are looking for a marathon in Tallahassee, FL, this is the one.
Tallahassee Marathon details and registration
The Tallahassee Marathon Course
The marathon runs through shaded neighborhoods lined with big live oaks and Spanish moss, then through the FSU and FAMU campuses, and finishes on Madison Street. The half marathon passes Cascades Park and FAMU and finishes in College Town.
This is not a flat Florida course. Tallahassee rolls, and you feel it late in the race. The tradeoff is weather: early February mornings here are often in the 40s, the coolest race-day starts of any marathon in the state.
Want to see how it compares as a qualifier? It is on our list of Boston qualifying marathons in Florida.
What It Costs
Through November 30, 2026, the marathon is $115, the half is $75 and the marathon relay is $48 per runner. Prices go up after that, so register in November if you know you are running.
Marathons Within a Drive of Tallahassee
Panama City Beach (December 5, 2026). About 95 miles west. The Powerade Panama City Beach Marathon starts at Pier Park at 7 a.m. on a USATF-certified course. It is the closest December option.
Albany, Georgia (March 6, 2027). About 80 miles north. The Combos Marathon starts downtown at 7 a.m. and gives runners seven hours to finish. Prices go up after December 5, 2026.
Past those two, the next closest full marathon is the Jacksonville Marathon on December 12, 2026, about 160 miles east.
Training for a Tallahassee Marathon
- Use the St. Marks Trail for long runs. It is paved, flat and 20.5 miles long, so you can run a full 20-miler without turning around more than once.
- Get hills in. Phipps Park and Maclay Gardens are the hilliest runs in town and the best prep for the rolling miles on race day.
- Run with a group. Gulf Winds Track Club, the group that puts on the race, hosts weekly runs across the city.
Our best places to run in Tallahassee guide covers every one of those routes. For a plan, start with the beginner marathon training plan and set your goal with the marathon pace chart. Want something shorter? See every half marathon in Tallahassee, all upcoming Tallahassee races, or the best marathons in Florida.
Sources: Tallahassee Marathon (official site) and its RunSignUp page, the Panama City Beach Marathon and Combos Marathon registration pages, checked October 18, 2026.
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Running Stores in Tallahassee
Race-day shoes, packet pickup partners and group runs. Local specialty stores fit you properly before you toe the line.
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Where to Run in Tallahassee
Training for race day? Our guide to running in Tallahassee covers the best parks, trails, and waterfront loops, plus where the local group runs meet.
Questions
Tallahassee Marathon FAQs
Is there a marathon in Tallahassee, FL?
Yes. The Tallahassee Marathon is on Sunday, February 7, 2027, with a 7:30 a.m. start. It is the only full marathon held in Tallahassee and is organized by the Gulf Winds Track Club.
When is the 2027 Tallahassee Marathon?
Sunday, February 7, 2027. The marathon, half marathon and marathon relay all start at 7:30 a.m.
How much does the Tallahassee Marathon cost?
The marathon is $115, the half marathon is $75 and the marathon relay is $48 per runner through November 30, 2026. Prices go up after that date.
Is the Tallahassee Marathon hilly?
Yes, by Florida standards. The course rolls through shaded neighborhoods and the FSU and FAMU campuses. It is one of the few Florida marathons where hill training pays off.
What marathons are near Tallahassee?
The Panama City Beach Marathon on December 5, 2026 (about 95 miles) and the Combos Marathon in Albany, Georgia on March 6, 2027 (about 80 miles). The Jacksonville Marathon on December 12, 2026 is about 160 miles away.