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When
Saturday, December 19th, 2026
Where
100 N. Donnelly St, Mount Dora FL
Distances
10K · Half · 5K
Typical weather
54–71°F · low rain risk
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2025
59–78°F
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62–77°F
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46–57°F
dry
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45–69°F
dry
2021
67–81°F
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2020
46–69°F
dry
2019
45–66°F
dry
2018
45–73°F
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63–77°F
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69–82°F
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About this race
Event Information
- Event Name: Mount Dora Half Marathon & 5K
- Date: December 19, 2026 (5K) & December 20, 2026 (Half Marathon)
- Location: 100 N. Donnelly St, Mount Dora, FL
- Registration Link: Register Here
Course Highlights
- Scenic Route: Tree lined vistas of waterfront neighborhoods and lake-hugging roadways.
- Natural Beauty: Enjoy the rising sun through Spanish moss and dappled sunlight on the lake.
- Unique Challenge: The gentle rolling hills provide a captivating running experience.
- Memorable Experience: A race you'll not want to miss!
Race Locations
- 5K Start: Donnelly Park, 530 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, FL 32757
- Half Marathon Start: Elizabeth Evans Park, 100 N. Donnelly St, Mount Dora, FL 32757
- Packet Pickup: Available at both locations before the race.
- Race Day Schedule: 7:45 a.m. (Saturday for 5K) & 7:05 a.m. (Sunday for Half Marathon)
Important Notes
- No Virtual Option: No virtual participation is allowed for either race.
- Restrictions: No strollers, skateboards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles, or animals permitted on the course.
- Service Animals: Contact [email protected] for assistance with service animals.
- Packet Pickup Info: For details on pick-up times, please visit the website.
Beneficiary and Support
- Support: A portion of proceeds supports FFA and Cheerleading Team of Mount Dora High School.
- Foundation: Benefits Run 4 a Cause Foundation, helping disadvantaged youth participate in sports programs.
- Food & Refreshments: Provided for all participants.
- Shirt Sizes: Sizes not guaranteed on race day registration.
Event Timing and Scoring
- Timing: Events are chip-timed with disposable chips attached to the bib.
- Course Closure: The course will close to traffic from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
- Medals: All finishers will receive medals regardless of finishing time.
- Completion Requirement: Half marathon participants must finish within 3 hours 25 minutes.
Awards
- Half Marathon Awards: Top 3 overall male and female, top male and female master, and age group awards.
- Age Groups: Include 19 & Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
- 5K Awards: Top 3 overall males and females, and age group awards.
- 5K Age Groups: Include 8 & Under, 9-12, 13-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
Course map
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