Punta Gorda Half Marathon & 5k

Punta Gorda Half Marathon & 5k is a road event in Punta Gorda, Florida, on April 24, 2027. Two distances are offered: the half marathon over 13.1 miles and a 5K covering 3.1 miles. Start times are not published. The route passes several of the lakes and ponds typical of the Florida landscape, and there is no notable elevation change along the way.

Flat and low-lying is exactly what you want if you are hunting a personal best over 13.1 miles, since you can lock onto one pace and hold it rather than adjusting for climbs. The trade-off in Florida is warmth and humidity, so start more conservatively than the terrain tempts you to and drink at every opportunity. A twelve to sixteen week build with one long run each week suits the half; the 5K is a lighter commitment and a good option if you are traveling with someone racing the longer distance.