EVENT DETAILS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
  • Where?  Nathan Benderson Park: Sarasota, Florida
  • When?  National Anthem and Pre-Race Instructions start at 6:50am.  Both races start at 7:00am.
  • Time Limit:  3.5 hours
  • Water Stops:  There will be water and gatorade about every 2 miles or less.

WHAT TO EXPECT
The 9th stop on the South Florida Half Marathon Tour is the Sarasota West Coast Half Marathon and 5k at Nathan Benderson Park.  
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The scenic course takes runners through and around the University Town Center area with nearly constant water views.

​Then it's on to the most unique finish in running, the "Floating Final Mile" as runners literally run across the lake for over a mile until finishing in front of the large grandstand inside the park. Don't miss this unique event and its sparkling finisher's medal for BOTH the half marathon and 5k!
INCLUDED WITH ENTRY
PACKET PICK UP
Early Packet Pick Up
Friday 12/16 - 4:00-6:00PM
Nathan Benderson Park
(Directions)

Saturday 12/17 - 3:00PM-4:00PM
​Nathan Benderson Park
​(Directions)

Race Day Packet Pick Up
5:50-6:40AM
TECH SHIRTS & COTTON TANKS
Shirt sizes and styles are first come, first served.  Please arrive early at packet pick up to ensure your shirt of choice.  Size selection from your registration is not guaranteed.
FINISHER MEDAL
AWARDS
Top 5 in Each Age Group
​1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+

Awards Pick Up
Since our timing technology allows for live results, you are able to receive your award as soon as you cross the finish line. After you've enjoyed our complimentary post-race refreshments, report to our awards area where one of our team members will present you with your finish results and award. ​
5K COURSE
CLICK ON MAP FOR INTERACTIVE VERSION

​​TURN BY TURN COURSE FLYOVER
5K COURSE RECORDS BY AGE GROUP
HALF MARATHON COURSE
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​​TURN BY TURN COURSE FLYOVER
HALF MARATHON COURSE RECORDS BY AGE GROUP
ATHLETE GUIDE
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ATHLETE GUIDE GETS RELEASED THE WEEK OF THE EVENT.
TRACKING APP
HOTELS
VOLUNTEER
Volunteers make our events a success!  If you are interested in volunteering, please CONTACT US HERE.
DIRECTIONS
NATHAN BENDERSON PARK
5851 Nathan Benderson Cir
Sarasota, FL 34235
​(Directions)
PARKING
Nathan Benderson Park will charge $5 to park inside the park.
PRICING
HALF MARATHON ENTRY
​Until July 31

$89
August 1 - September 8

$99
September 9 - November 9

$109
November 10 - Race Day

$119

​5K ENTRY
Until July 31

$39
August 1 - Race Day

$45

THE ELITE EVENTS EXPERIENCE

PROFESSIONALLY PRODUCED EVENTS...FROM START TO FINISH

ELITE EVENTS TRACKER

Aside from being known for the best "swag" aka finisher medals and race shirts, we have our FREE Elite Events Tracker App at every race.  The app allows spectators to track your progress live on the course and provides you with instant race results.

LIFETIME STATS

Your accomplishments will be stored in our Lifetime Stats database so you can keep track of all of your Elite Events results in one place...and see how they stack up against every Elite Event participant ever!

​Did you know that Elite Events donates tens of thousands of dollars each year to local charities?  Your registration helps local school groups raise much needed funds!

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