AdventHealth Howey-in-the-Hills 5K, 10K & Half Marathon presented by LiveTrends Design Group

7th Annual Howey-in-the-Hills Half Marathon • 10K • 5K
Saturday, February 20, 2027
Howey-in-the-Hills, Florida

Small-Town Charm. Beautiful Roads. Real Florida Hills.
Looking for a Central Florida race that feels like a getaway without the big-city hassle?

Welcome to Howey-in-the-Hills, a hidden gem just 5 miles from the Florida Turnpike. Choose from the 5K, 10K or Half Marathon and experience lakefront roads, rolling hills, historic landmarks and some of the most beautiful scenery in Lake County.

Start near the shores of Little Lake Harris, pass the historic Howey Mansion, and experience the quiet roads and countryside that make Howey such a special place to race.

Half Marathon participants continue through Mission Resort & Club and Las Colinas, adding beautiful scenery and rolling hills to the 13.1-mile experience.

After your race, celebrate at our lakeside finish at JB Boondocks.

Known as “Howey to Hopkinton,” the Half Marathon offers a beautiful, rolling course and a great opportunity to put your Boston-training legs to work.

 
Race Start Times
Half Marathon – 7:00 AM
10K – 7:15 AM
5K – 7:45 AM

Whether you're racing your first 5K, stepping up to the 10K or taking on 13.1 miles, there is a distance for you.

 
What Your Registration Includes
Every participant receives: Chip-timed race bib
Custom race shirt
Finisher medal
Post-race snack
Complimentary beverage at JB Boondocks with your bib ticket
Professionally organized and supported race course
Half Marathon participants also receive an exclusive finisher bonus gift.  
Awards & Recognition
Custom awards are provided by LiveTrends Design Group. These unique living awards are designed to celebrate your accomplishment long after race day.

Awards include:

Top 3 Male & Female Overall
Top Male & Female Masters
Top 3 Male & Female in each age group
Age Groups

5K: Every 5 years, 9 & Under through 75+
10K: Every 10 years, 9 & Under through 70+
Half Marathon: Every 5 years, 19 & Under through 75+

Awards Ceremony begins at 8:45 AM:
5K first, followed by the 10K and Half Marathon.

 
Packet Pickup

Thursday, February 19 | 2:00–6:00 PM
Dash Sports
741 W Montrose St, Clermont

Friday, February 20 | 2:00–6:00 PM
Dash Sports
741 W Montrose St, Clermont

Participants who pick up Thursday or Friday will be entered into that day's raffle.

Race Morning | 6:00–7:30 AM
At the race venue

Half Marathon packet pickup closes at 6:45 AM.

There is no paper registration on race morning. If space remains, registration must be completed online.

 
Parking & Spectators
Participant and spectator parking:

Lake County Resource Center
510 S Palm Avenue
Howey-in-the-Hills, FL

For the easiest access, enter from State Road 19 and turn onto Lakeview. Other nearby roads will be barricaded for the race.

Please arrive at least 45 minutes before your race start.

Guests staying at Mission Resort & Club may use the complimentary race shuttle.

Spectators: The main parking area provides opportunities to see runners multiple times. Depending on your mobility and fitness level, additional portions of the course are within walking distance. The finish line at JB Boondocks is directly across the street from the parking area.

 
Course Rules & Important Information

All distances are run on roads.
Minimum pace requirement is 18 minutes per mile. Roads reopen based on this pace.
Every participant on the course must be registered and wearing an official race bib.
Unregistered pacers and bandits are prohibited.
Strollers are permitted; please start toward the back.
Dogs are not permitted on the course or in the start/finish area.
Participants using a service animal should contact us in advance so we can help ensure a safe race experience.
 
Referral & Team Discounts
Referral Reward: Get 5 friends to register using your unique referral link and receive a $20 refund.

Family/Team Discount: Teams of 4 or more receive $5 off each registration. Once the fourth team member registers, the first three automatically receive their refunds.

 
Virtual Race Option
Can't join us in person? Choose the Virtual Race and complete your distance on your own schedule.

Virtual packets are mailed within two weeks and are available for U.S. shipping addresses only.

Share your race with us at @flodashevents and use #flodashrunner and #virtualrace.

 
Make It a Race-Cation
Stay right in Howey-in-the-Hills at Mission Resort & Club and turn race weekend into a getaway.

FloDash participants have access to a special race rate, and resort guests receive complimentary transportation to and from the race.

Use the special FloDash booking link on this page to reserve your stay.

 
About FloDash Events

FloDash Events creates high-quality endurance events at unique venues throughout Central Florida.

Founded by Kimberly Grogan, Amalie Skorman and Brian Boylan, our team brings more than 50 years of combined experience to race production. Guided by an RRCA Certified Race Director, we focus on what matters most: safe courses, great participant experiences, memorable venues and a strong running and walking community.

Run the 5K. Take on the 10K. Conquer the Half.

Visit FloDash.com to explore our full race calendar.