St. Pete Beach Classic 2027
St. Pete Beach Classic offers a fast, certified course with a festive beach weekend atmosphere.
Race Date
Jan 16, 2027
Location
St. Pete Beach, FL
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, January 16, 2027
- Location
- St. Pete Beach, Florida
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The St. Pete Beach Classic beckons runners to Florida's Gulf Coast for a weekend of racing. With certified course distances for its half marathon, 10K, and 5K, the event is designed to attract those chasing personal bests on a fast course.
The race weekend typically unfolds with pleasant January weather, averaging between 52–64°F, making it an ideal escape from colder climates. Runners can expect a well-supported experience thanks to a large number of volunteers, contributing to the event's reputation as a fun beach weekend race.
Participants receive the event's signature short-sleeve tech shirt, and the post-race celebration includes ample food to refuel. The event's website, STPETEBEACHCLASSIC.COM, provides further details for those looking to join the festivities.
Race-provided description
We received many emails asking us not to increase the prices. We changed the date for the next increase to June 13th, BUT decided to extend it by another 30 days just because of all the emails and nice comments. As Promised - NO "Price Increase" until JULY 13th, 2026 THE PERFECT RUNNING EVENT JANUARY 16 & 17, 2027 Great Race Courses Certified course distances Tons of volunteers Great post-race food Fun Beach Weekend Race Website - Check it out! Additional race information can be found at: STPETEBEACHCLASSIC.COM
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, January 16, 2027
Start Time
6:45 AM
Giveaway
Our Famous Short Sleeve Tec Shirt!
Start Location
Sirata Beach Resort & Conference Center, 5300 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
limited extras
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 64°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
52°
Afternoon (High)
64°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the St. Pete Beach Classic 2027?
The St. Pete Beach Classic 2027 is held on Saturday, January 16, 2027, starting at 6:45 AM.
Where does the St. Pete Beach Classic 2027 take place?
It takes place in St. Pete Beach, Florida.
What distances does the St. Pete Beach Classic 2027 offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the St. Pete Beach Classic 2027 course flat and good for a PR?
The St. Pete Beach Classic 2027 is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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