Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon
The Tallahassee Marathon offers a fast, flat course through Florida's capital city.
Race Date
Feb 7, 2027
Location
Tallahassee, FL
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, February 7, 2027
- Location
- Tallahassee, Florida
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 16,363
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
First run in 1975, the Tallahassee Marathon has evolved into a premier event, showcasing Florida's capital city with a dedicated, all-volunteer effort from the Gulf Winds Track Club. This race has seen significant growth, with recent editions drawing nearly 4,000 finishers, a testament to its appeal.
Runners can expect a fast, flat course, ideal for achieving personal bests. The event attracts participants from across the nation, with recent fields including runners from approximately 36 states, and a loyal base of about 21% repeat participants. The typical race-day weather offers cool, comfortable temperatures for racing.
This established event provides a rewarding experience for runners of all levels, combining a competitive atmosphere with the charm of a community-organized race. The T-shirt giveaway adds a tangible memento of the race day.
Race-provided description
The Tallahassee Marathon began in 1975 with just two participants. From there, it has grown to a first-class event showcasing Florida’s capital city like no other race. The Tallahassee Marathon is an all-volunteer event organized by the Gulf Winds Track Club, a local non-profit dedicated to advancing the sport of running, whether for competition, physical fitness, or pleasure. Our 2026 participant survey reveals what you can expect on the course. One runner summed up the event field size perfectly: "This was the perfect amount of people for the size of the city." Another participant shared, "The energy was amazing! It was my first marathon & I'm looking forward to doing it again next year"
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, February 7, 2027
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
301 S Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL, 32301
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8237 years running
~1,936 finishers a year
growing or steady
21% returning runners
8 timing sources
runners from 36 states
winner 1:08:19
typical high 68°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
50°
Afternoon (High)
68°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
80%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 16,363 finishers actually crossed the line across 37 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
16,363
Median time
2:11:55
Latest turnout
1,991
States
47
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon?
The Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon is held on Sunday, February 7, 2027, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Tallahassee, Florida.
What distances does the Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles.
Is the Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 16,363 runners who have completed the Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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