Half Marathon races near Homestead

The Miami Beach Halloween Half Marathon & Freaky 4-Miler is a Halloween-themed run in Miami Beach, Florida, offering a 13.1-mile or 4-mile option. The event emphasizes costumes alongside running, with most participants wearing Halloween attire instead of typical race gear. The race welcomes participants of all skill levels. The field includes those aiming for the half-marathon distance, walkers on the shorter route, and groups using the event as a costumed outing. All finishers receive a signature Halloween-themed medal, aligning with the race's lighthearted nature. While finishing is the objective, the day accommodates costumes, masks, wigs, and a relaxed pace.

The Haunted 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Homestead, Florida, is a paved road race offering three distances, starting at 8:30 AM. Registration is exclusively online via RunSignup; no race-day sign-ups are available. Packet pickup occurs on race morning, prior to the start. The 5K and 10K share an out-and-back course, completed once for the 5K and twice for the 10K. The half marathon follows a similar out-and-back format, repeated four times, with a 3 hour 30 minute time limit. The 5K and 10K have a 2 hour limit. All finishers receive medals, and awards are presented. The event contributes to series points, and the Haunted theme is most evident in the best costume award.

The Halloween Trick or Trot Run in Miami is a Halloween-themed run on Key Biscayne, starting from Playita. It offers 5K, 10K, and half-marathon distances, along with a 1.6 km option. The first wave begins at 7:30 AM, with each wave limited to 15 participants, creating a more intimate atmosphere than a large city race. Runners and walkers of all paces are welcome; participants under 18 require a guardian. The event's setup is intentionally uncomplicated. There are no timing chips, no pre-race packet pickup, and no special equipment is necessary. Bibs are distributed on race day, and coordinators can assist participants in tracking their times by bib number. Final details and course maps are emailed the Wednesday before the run. Each participant receives a running shirt by mail, and late registrants may wear any appropriate shirt if their official one has not yet arrived. Simple Halloween elements are included: finishers receive candy post-run, can request a medal via email, and gain access to a virtual runner community.

PB&J Fuel Run 5K/10K/13.1 MIAMI is a Miami running event with three distance choices: 5K, 10K, and half marathon. The peanut butter and jelly theme gives the series its identity, and the event leans toward easygoing participation instead of a high-pressure race-day feel. Runners are encouraged to choose their own pace, so the setup fits walkers, casual runners, and anyone using the day for a longer effort. The main hook is simple: pick a distance, keep the mood light, and finish a PB&J-themed run in Miami.

The Gobbler race in Homestead, Florida, begins at 8:30 AM, offering runners four distance options: 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon. This is a paved road race with a straightforward process: registration is handled via RunSignup, packet pickup is available 30 minutes prior to the start, and on-site registration is not offered. The shorter races follow an out-and-back route; the 5K completes it once, and the 10K completes it twice. The half marathon and marathon also use an out-and-back format, repeated multiple times: four laps for the half and eight for the full marathon. The course has a 6-hour time limit, with restrooms located at the parking lot entrance.

The Holiday race in Homestead, Florida, is a paved running event offering 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon distances, all beginning at 8:30 AM. The event is headquartered at 27401 SW New York Ave, with all registrations managed through RunSignup; on-site registration is not available. Packet pickup is efficient, opening 30 minutes before the start and concluding 10 minutes prior to the race. The 5K and 10K utilize a 1.56-mile out-and-back course, completed once for the 5K and twice for the 10K. The half marathon and marathon follow a distinct 1.64-mile out-and-back loop, run four times for the half and eight times for the full marathon. Participants should anticipate a compact, repeating loop structure. The race has a 6-hour cutoff, provides finisher medals, awards, series points, optional apparel, and a costume award that aligns with the holiday theme.