Downtown, Saint Petersburg FL
Sunday, December 19th, 2027
Are you searching for the prettiest marathon course in Florida for your next big race? The search is over.
Looking for a top destination race in America that combines a fast, flat course with the scenic beauty of the Sunshine City? You just found it.
Whether you are a first-time runner looking for the best marathon for beginners or an elite athlete chasing a Boston Marathon Qualifier (BQ), the St. Pete Marathon is built for your success.
The Inaugural St. Pete Marathon is proudly produced by the United Sports Association, a Florida Non-Profit Corporation dedicated to community health and human performance.
The St. Pete Marathon is strategically scheduled for December to ensure peak athletic performance. While other Florida races battle humidity, we offer the "Goldilocks" zone for distance running:
Imagine lacing up for a scenic marathon that mirrors the beauty of our shorelines. While our official course is currently being finalized to ensure the most elite experience possible, our mission remains: To be the best marathon in the US for beginners and pros alike.
You can expect a route that highlights the very best of the Sunshine City:
Here is how the St. Pete Marathon stacks up against the "Big Florida" races:
Start Time: Civilized & Accessible
Scenery: Waterfront & Tropical Greenery
Course Profile: Ultra-Flat & Fast
Logistics: Localled Owned & Easy
Start Time: 6:00 AM (Extreme Crowding)
Scenery: City Streets & Concrete
Course Profile: Bridges & High Humidity
Logistics: Massive Logistics Stress (Pain in the ass parking!)
Start Time: 5:00 AM (2 AM Wake-Up)
Scenery: Backstage Bus Roads
Course Profile: Mostly Flat
Logistics: 26.2 Mile Bus Rides (Ugh!)
Success on race day starts months in advance. The St. Pete Marathon 2027 is more than a single day; it’s a community-wide pursuit of excellence.
Whether you’ve mastered a St. Pete 5K or the 13.1 half-marathon distance, our event is the pinnacle of your journey. By joining our early-access list, you gain priority access to local training groups, exclusive course scouting updates, and professional coaching insights.
Is the St. Pete Marathon a Boston Qualifier? Yes. We are currently in the USATF certification process to ensure our inaugural 2027 race is a sanctioned BQ Qualifier.
What is the elevation gain of the St. Pete Marathon? Our course is being designed to be incredibly flat. We are targeting a course with minimal elevation gain—making it a top choice for a marathon PR.
Is this a good marathon for beginners? Absolutely. Between the flat profile, the coastal breeze, and our "Athlete-First" support stations, it is widely considered the best marathon for beginners in Florida.
The St. Petersburg Marathon 2027 is finalizing the official "Starting Gun" window for December. If you are looking for upcoming 5Ks in Florida or half-marathon signups and are ready to challenge yourself, this is your moment.
Secure your marathon registration today and be part of history. Founding members enjoy:
Don't miss out. Join thousands of runners making the St. Pete Marathon their next big race.