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Sunday, December 6th, 2026
18251 N River Rd, Alva FL
5K · Half
59–78°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Caloosa Fest – December 6th, 2026
Caloosahatchee Regional Park MTB Trails • Alva, Florida
Get ready for an unforgettable trail experience at the 2026 Caloosa Fest, featuring a Half Marathon and 5K Trail Race on the rugged, beautiful trails of Caloosahatchee Regional Park. This event brings together trail runners of all experience levels for a day filled with challenging terrain, great views, community fun, and outdoor excitement. Whether you're tackling the half marathon or cruising the 5K, this event offers something for everyone!
Schedule of Events
- Half Marathon Trail Race: 7:30 AM start
- 5K Trail Race: 8:00 AM start
- Vendors and demos: On-site throughout the morning
- Awards (2026): Top 3 Male & Female overall for both races
Awards
5K Trail Race:
- Top 3 Male & Female: Overall winners recognized
- Finisher Medal: All participants receive a medal
Half Marathon:
- Top 3 Male & Female: Overall winners recognized
- Finisher Medal: All participants receive a medal
Packet Pickup
Friday Night Packet Pickup:
- Date: Friday, December 4th, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Location: Fleet Feet Fort Myers, 13499 S Cleveland Ave, Ste 209, Fort Myers, FL 33907
Race Day Packet Pickup:
- Time: Opens at 6:45 AM
- Location: Caloosahatchee Regional Park
- Deadline: Packets must be picked up at least 15 minutes before your race start time
Park opens: 6:30 AM for participants.
Race Details
5K Trail Race
- Start Time: 8:30 AM
- Course: Fun, scenic loop with rolling terrain
- Surface: Grass, hard-packed trail, and mild single track
- Difficulty: Beginner friendly (green trails)
Half Marathon Trail Race
- Start Time: 7:30 AM
- Cutoff Time: 12:00 PM
- Course: Incorporates long stretches of perimeter trail and technical segments
- Features: Open grass sections and winding single track
Aid Stations
- Main Aid Station: Located at Start/Finish — fully stocked
- On-Course Aid: Water + electrolyte tabs available at miles 3 and 9
- Hydration Requirement: All Half Marathon runners must carry a hydration system
Crew & Canopy Area
There's plenty of space at the start finish area for canopy tents and crew support.
Parking
All parking will be inside the Mountain Bike Park. Parking staff will direct you upon arrival. Parking is on grass near the trail system.
Event Link
For more information, visit the Caloosa Fest event page.
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