When
Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Where
3500 Pinellas Bayway S, Saint Petersburg FL
Distances
15K · 10K · 5K
Typical weather
78–84°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
78–85°F
dry
2024
80–85°F
dry
2023
78–87°F
rain
2022
77–84°F
dry
2021
80–82°F
dry
2020
79–82°F
rain
2019
78–85°F
dry
2018
79–86°F
rain
2017
79–86°F
dry
2016
76–88°F
rain
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: 2026-09-20
- Location: 3500 Pinellas Bayway S, Saint Petersburg, FL
- Distances: 15K, 10K, or 5K – a distance for every runner and walker
- URL: Fort De Soto Oktoberfest Race
Race Day Experience
- Kickoff: Start your race season at historic Fort De Soto Park
- Start Time: As the sun rises, the start is underway!
- Post-Race Celebration: Celebrate your effort with good food, great craft beer, and awesome music
- Fun Atmosphere: Florida Road Races, "Where Running and Fun Meet!"
Park Recognition
- Award: Fort De Soto Park has been named “America’s Top Beach” by TripAdvisor several times
- Attributes: Spectacular combination of soft white sand, calm, clear water, and a laid-back atmosphere
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