29th Annual Key West Half Marathon & Runfest

29th Annual Key West Half Marathon & Runfest®

January 13–18, 2027 · Race weekend January 15–17

Key West offers a multitude of exciting experiences, from its diverse restaurants and vibrant nightlife to the numerous museums and art galleries. The wide range of water sports options adds an extra layer of adventure, making it an unforgettable destination. And let’s not forget the intriguing fact of having 400 bars on an island that’s only 2 x 4 miles. Set aside some extra time to explore all that Key West has to offer.

Schedule of Events

Wednesday, January 13
Volunteer Check-In & Party · 11am–1:30pm · Sailfish Bar at Half Shell Raw Bar, 231 Margaret St

Thursday, January 14
Runner’s Meet & Greet with drink specials · 4:30–6pm · Sailfish Bar, Half Shell Raw Bar

Friday, January 15
Runner’s Expo & Packet Pick-Up · 2–7pm · Outside Half Shell Raw Bar
Late bib pick-up (bibs only) · 7:15–10pm · Fit2Run, 211 Duval St
All-day drink specials at Half Shell Raw Bar

Saturday, January 16 — 5K & 10K
Bag check · 6–6:45am · In front of Salute! On the Beach, 1000 Atlantic Blvd
5K start/finish · 7am · Higgs Beach
10K start/finish · 8am · Higgs Beach
Concert & Awards Party with Homebred Band featuring Dave Richards · 8–11am · Outside Salute! On the Beach
Overall winners announced · 9:30am
Runner’s Expo & Packet Pick-Up · 1–6pm · Outside Half Shell Raw Bar
Presentation by Dr. Kellee Reed · 3:30pm
Late bib pick-up (bibs only) · 7–10pm · Fit2Run, 211 Duval St
Early breakfast and all-day food/drink specials at Salute! and Half Shell

Sunday, January 17 — Half Marathon & 8K
Bag check · 6–6:45am · Lot by the finish line at Waterfront Brewery
Half Marathon start · 7am · Caroline St & Trumbo Rd
8K start · 7:30am · Same start line; finish behind Waterfront Brewery
Concert & Awards Party with The Cayo Ritmo Big Band · 8:30am–12:30pm · Outside Half Shell Raw Bar
8K awards 9:30am · Half Marathon awards 10:30am
Papa’s Pilar Rum Stroll · 1–5pm · Nine stops from the distillery on Simonton to Southernmost Beach Cafe
Beach ‘N Beer Mile (untimed; four loops, four beers) · 3pm · Southernmost Beach Cafe, 1405 Duval St
Cool Down Pool Party, free entry · 4–6pm · Blue Flamingo Resort, 3820 N Roosevelt Blvd
Key West Farewell Party · 4–6pm · Salty Oyster at the Perry Hotel, 7001 Shrimp Rd
All-day Bloody Mary, mimosa, and vodka specials at Half Shell

Monday, January 18
Marathon Farewell Party & Happy Hour · 4–6pm · Blu Bistro at Skipjack Resort & Marina, 19 Sombrero Blvd, Marathon

Schedule subject to change. Information courtesy of the event organizers — see their website for registration, updates, and complete details.