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Marathon races near Ocala

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8-Hours of Berm

Dunnellon · 23 km away

Ocala · 80 km

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Recurring Marathon races near Ocala

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Cauldron Marathon

The Cauldron Marathon marks the Olympic torch relay’s concluding stage: the flame begins in Olympia, Greece, and travels to the host city prior to the cauldron being lit during the opening ceremony. This relay tradition has continued since 1936, with its final runner typically selected for reasons beyond mere speed; Olympic champions, emerging young athletes, national figures, and individuals of symbolic significance have all been entrusted with the torch. The course varies for each Olympics, but the fundamental process remains consistent: the flame passes from one runner to the next until the ultimate torchbearer arrives at the stadium and ignites the cauldron. Paavo Nurmi was the inaugural prominent star athlete to perform this role, with subsequent torchbearers including Muhammad Ali, Cathy Freeman, Wayne Gretzky, Yuna Kim, and Vanderlei Cordeiro de Lima. Certain selections convey a national sentiment, such as Yoshinori Sakai symbolizing Japan’s post-war recovery, two Canadian youths representing French- and English-speaking Canada, or seven young British athletes lighting the cauldron following recommendations from past Olympic champions.

Gobbler 5K, 10K,13.1M & 26.2M at Ocala, FL (45)

The Gobbler in Ocala, Florida, is a paved running event starting at 8:00 AM, offering 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon distances. Registration is exclusively through RunSignup prior to race day, as no on-site sign-ups are available. Packet pickup occurs at Pavilion 1 shortly before the event begins. The 5K and 10K races follow a 1.56-mile out-and-back course, with the 5K completed once and the 10K twice. The half marathon and marathon utilize a distinct 1.64-mile out-and-back route, run four times for the half marathon and eight times for the marathon. Participants in longer distances should anticipate a course with numerous loops. The event has a 6-hour cutoff, provides finisher medals, awards, series points, and a prize for the best costume.

The FTC Mary Andrews Marathon: 13.1 & 26.2

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Ocala Training Notes

Ocala hosts 4 Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Ocala runners get a park-heavy setup with real choices for Z2 days and sharper work. The Florida Trail gives the best long-run feel from Santos, with about 24 miles running west to Dunnellon and over 10 miles heading east. The Cross Florida Greenway’s equestrian trail network adds dirt underfoot when pavement gets old. Local runners use the Historic District for race-day rhythm, especially around the Mother's Day 5k Run / Walk. The Mother's Day 2M and other short races keep the calendar moving.

Ocala riders have the better-known club scene, because Ocala Mountain Bike Association maintains Santos. Santos gives beginners and expert riders more than 80 miles of bike trails, so singletrack is not a side dish here. The main loop runs 3 km with 703 m of gain. The route includes 1 km of pavement. The climbs are not mountains, but the rollers, sand, ruts, and dirt descents make intervals honest. The local anchor is more gran fondo than crit.

Winter gives Ocala its best training block, with December weather moving from a 34°F low to a 61°F high. Local runners can stack longer Florida Trail days without the summer bite. Local cyclists can start later, ride gravel, and still come home with clean Z2 miles or a hard Santos session. Summer brings hot, humid air, so locals shift runs and rides earlier and keep the work simple. The forest still works in summer, but the effort feels bigger. Winter changes the mood for both sports, because longer rides, half marathon work, and back-to-back trail days feel normal again.