Life Time Miami Marathon & Half
Miami Marathon & Half: a flat, fast, seaside tour through iconic Art Deco and turquoise waters.
Race Date
Jan 25, 2026
Location
Miami, FL
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, January 25, 2026
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 257,653
Highlights
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Life Time Miami Marathon & Half sweeps thousands of runners through Miami’s most vibrant streets—palm-lined avenues, the pastel Art Deco of South Beach, and the shimmering turquoise of Biscayne Bay. Now in its 24th edition, the race draws roughly 14,000 finishers from 46 states, and nearly a third of participants return year after year—a testament to the pull of this seaside spectacle.
The course is fast and flat, certified for those chasing a PR or a Boston Qualifier. It’s a point-to-point tour that winds past the Port of Miami before delivering runners to the finish at Bayfront Park, where the city’s energy converges. Spectators line the streets with signs and cheers, and the tropical humidity adds an extra layer of challenge.
At the finish, the festival atmosphere takes over. Runners collect their medals, refuel, and soak up the Miami sun. Whether it’s your first half or your fiftieth, this race delivers a memorable blend of ocean views, urban buzz, and a community of runners from around the globe.
Race-provided description
People coming together. People running together. A test of endurance, strength and will. Join fellow runners, walkers, and challenged athletes on a gorgeous course through some of the most famous spots in Miami and Miami Beach. It’s not Miami without YOU!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Start Time
6:00 AM
Giveaway
What size athlete shirt would you like?
Start Location
601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL, 33131
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal, Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
1.9%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
FL19012TY · Miami Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8524 years running
~13,164 finishers a year
growing or steady
29% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources
runners from 46 states
winner 1:00:17
typical high 76°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
63°
Afternoon (High)
76°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 257,653 finishers actually crossed the line across 24 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
257,653
Median time
2:19:34
Latest turnout
14,126
States
51
Turnout by year
2019–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Life Time Miami Marathon & Half?
The Life Time Miami Marathon & Half is held on Sunday, January 25, 2026, starting at 6:00 AM.
Where does the Life Time Miami Marathon & Half take place?
It takes place in Miami, Florida.
What distances does the Life Time Miami Marathon & Half offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles.
Is the Life Time Miami Marathon & Half course flat and good for a PR?
The Life Time Miami Marathon & Half is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Life Time Miami Marathon & Half?
HalfRuns has finish records for 257,653 runners who have completed the Life Time Miami Marathon & Half.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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