
2027 Life Time Miami Marathon & Half
Miami Marathon & Half: a flat, fast, seaside tour through iconic Art Deco and turquoise waters.
Race Date
Jan 31, 2027
Location
Miami, FL
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, January 31, 2027
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
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
The Life Time Miami Marathon & Half is an annual race that takes runners through scenic streets of Miami, including palm-lined avenues, turquoise waters, and landmarks like South Beach's Art Deco buildings and the Port of Miami. The event features a full marathon, half marathon, and a Tropical 5K, all finishing at Bayfront Park. It is known for its vibrant atmosphere and attracts thousands of runners from around the globe.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, January 31, 2027
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL, 33131
Course Info
Course Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal, Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
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)
64°
Afternoon (High)
77°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
75%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the 2027 Life Time Miami Marathon & Half?
The 2027 Life Time Miami Marathon & Half is held on Sunday, January 31, 2027.
Where does the 2027 Life Time Miami Marathon & Half take place?
It takes place in Miami, Florida.
What distances does the 2027 Life Time Miami Marathon & Half offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2027 Life Time Miami Marathon & Half course flat and good for a PR?
The 2027 Life Time Miami Marathon & Half is a ultra-flat, point to point course.
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