St. Petersburg Distance Classic

Join us for our St. Petersburg Distance Classic on Florida’s west coast overlooking Tampa Bay. With a USATF certified Marathon (Boston Qualifier), Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, plus Virtual options, we offer something for everyone.

Back again in 2027: a variety of musical entertainment along the courses. Also, pacers for the marathon and halfathon to help athletes achieve their goals.

ALL four race courses are the same for the first two miles – heading north into Snell Isle. While 5K participants turn around at mile 2 and return towards the finish line, all other participants head north and around Coffee Pot Bayou before returning to North Shore Park.

The Halfathon and Marathon head south along the waterfront, through our bustling downtown, and onto Central Avenue, which features a dynamic mixture of the best local shops and cafes. Watch for an abundance of huge murals on Central Avenue’s building walls as St. Petersburg is a genuinely well­ known haven for artists of all types.

At Mile 10, the Halfathon and Marathon courses split at the Pinellas Trail. The half marathon participants head east back towards the waterfront, and the marathon runners head west to achieve their marathon mileage before returning to the waterfront finish line.

The St. Petersburg Marathon was the first ever 26.2-mile race staged entirely in St. Petersburg in 2019. The marathon course has been accurately measured per USATF certification standards and certified (FL19019TY) and is therefore a Boston Marathon Qualifier.

For our out-of-town athletes, our award ­winning, white-sand beaches provide the perfect setting to relax and recover. Ideal overall temperatures (56° – 71 °) make this a perfect spot for a mid-winter vacation wrapped around a long-distance run or walk.

Finally, we offer four virtual options for athletes unable to join us on-site: marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K. Visit our Virtual Runs page for more information.

 

REFER YOUR FRIENDS, EARN REWARDS!

1) Sign up for the St. Petersburg Distance Classic.

2) You will receive a confirmation email which will include a unique referral link to share with your friends and family or post on social media.

3) Encourage 5 FRIENDS to sign up using your unique referral link - you will automatically receive a refund of $20.00. Awesome! 

Located throughout each race course.
MARATHON: at about Miles 2, 3.4, 5.4, 6.7, 8.1, 9.8, 11.3, 12.8. 14.1, 16.1, 17, 19, 20.3, 21.8. 23.1, 24.7. 25.9.
HALFATHON: at about Miles 2, 3.4, 5.4, 6.7, 8.1, 9.8, then at miles 11.6, 12.8

THE SAME AID STATIONS ARE USED FOR THE 10K & 5K

We offer lemon-lime Gatorade and water at numerous aid stations during each event. Athletes who feel they need additional hydration than what we provide are welcome to make their own arrangements, such as carrying additional fluids or having friends meet them along the course.

All aid stations will be supplied with Vaseline.

We do not offer gels on the course because of the potential G.I. issues they may cause for athletes who have not trained using the same brand and flavor. BRING YOUR OWN GELS!

Medical support is available from ambulances stationed along the course, and at the finish line. If you need medical assistance, the ambulances will be mobile and able to respond.

Three years ago, we were granted an exemption to the City of St. Petersburg's Noise Ordinance, meaning we were allowed to provide musical entertainment on the course.

With all our courses running into and around exclusive residential neighborhoods, we booked Alvaro Buenrostro to perform. Besides being an accomplished endurance athlete, he is a virtuoso violinist with the Tampa Bay Symphony. We guessed that IF Alvaro woke any of the local residents, it would be to the pleasant sounds of his violin.

At other parts of the course, we recruited other solo performers, including a drummer, a flautist, and a saxophonist. In our commercial areas on the halfathon and marathon courses, there are less noise restrictions, allowing us to hire deejays to provide upbeat music, as well as the Second Time Arounders Marching Band on Central Avenue.

 

Registration

Can I register on race day?

No. Registration closed at 6:00 pm on Thursday, February 4, so that we can properly prepare for race day.

Can I transfer my bib to another runner?

Sorry but no. You may not give or sell your bib to another individual. The other individual will not be covered by USATF race insurance if there should be an injury. The other individual’s results may compromise scoring as they may be in a different age group than yourself. They will be disqualified. You and the other individual will be prohibited from running in our races for 3 years.

Is there online confirmation?

Athletes who register online receive immediate confirmation from RunSignUp.com.

What do I do if I cannot find my registration?

Email us info@StPetersburgDistanceClassic.com. In the subject line please put “Missing Registration.” Be sure to include the first and last name that you registered under (maiden name, etc.).

What is Your Refund Policy

Our “No Questions Asked” Refund Policy can be purchased for $9.95 per person during registration (not after). If you choose this option, your registration fees (minus processing fees) will be refunded. Requests must be made by Thursday, February 4 (the Thursday before the race), as we will be out of the office afterwards preparing for the race on-site.
If you purchased our Refund Policy and need to cancel your registration and request a refund, please contact us by February 4 at:
info@stpetersburgdistanceclassic.com.  

Packet Pickup

Are there packet pickups before the race?

Yes, there will be 2 packet pickups sessions each before the race in St. Pete and Tampa.

Can someone else pick up my race packet?

If someone else picks up your race packet for you, they MUST have a copy of your confirmation email.

Can I pick up my packet on race day?

Yes, there will be packet pickup at the race site from 5:00 – 7:15 a.m. Please come early, so you have plenty of time to prepare for the start of the race.

Directions, Parking, Bag Drop Off

How do I get to the start line at North Shore Park, St. Petersburg?

The address is 901 N Shore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. You can get driving directions from Google Maps. 
 
The start/finish line at North Shore Park is easily accessible at St. Petersburg’s waterfront, just north of the Vinoy Resort!

Is there parking near the start line?

Yes! Please see the "Race Week Info" page for more details.

Is there a Bag Drop Off?

Yes. We will have a designated area for bag drop-off. Please look for a table with a “Bag Drop Off” sign near the entrance. This is strictly by the honor system. No wallets, cell phones, or other valuables should be put in the bags, as we cannot be responsible for missing items.

The Courses

Is the St. Petersburg Marathon a Boston Qualifier?

The marathon course is accurately measured to USATF certification standards and will therefore be a Boston Qualifier for 2027 and beyond. Certification number is FL19019TY.

Are the courses certified?

Yes. All courses are accurately measured per USATF certification standards. 

What are the start times?

6:00 a.m. Marathon Start
6:30 a.m. Halfathon Start
7:00 a.m. 10K Start

7:25 a.m. 5K Start

Timing?

Official results will be based on “gun time” as per USATF rules. We are using chip scoring for this race. Chips are attached to the back of your bib. Please do not remove them.

Is there a course time limit?

The finish line for all races will be open for 7 hours from the 6:00 a.m. marathon start, meaning 1:00 p.m.

The course on public roads will open to traffic based upon that pace. For instance, marathoners should be at the midpoint by 9:30 a.m. Athletes slower than that must move to the sidewalks and adhere to all pedestrian laws.

Are strollers, dogs or bicycles allowed on the course during the race?

Sorry but no. We love babies and dogs, but only registered runners, joggers, and walkers are allowed on the course due to our insurance restrictions and liability concerns.

Will you have aid stations and portalets on the course?

AID STATIONS:
Located throughout each race course.
MARATHON: at about Miles 2, 3.4, 5.4, 6.7, 8.1, 9.8, 11.3, 12.8. 14.1, 16.1, 17, 19, 20.3, 21.8. 23.1, 24.7. 25.9.
HALFATHON: at about Miles 2, 3.4, 5.4, 6.7, 8.1, 9.8, then at miles 11.6, 12.8
THE SAME AID STATIONS ARE USED FOR FOR THE 10K & 5K

We offer lemon-lime Gatorade and water at numerous aid stations during each event. Athletes who feel they will need additional hydration than what we provide are welcome to make their own arrangements, such as carrying additional fluids or having friends meet them along the course. 
All aid stations will be supplied with Vaseline. We do not offer gels on the course because of the potential G.I. issues they may cause for athletes who have not trained using the same brand and flavor. BRING YOUR OWN GELS!

Is there medical support?

Dedicated standby ambulances will be stationed along the course and at the finish line.

SAG vehicle?

Our SAG vehicle will pick up runners unable to finish and bring them to the finish line once the van fills up or after the last walker. The SAG Vehicle is not a taxi and will pick up runners after the field has passed each check-in post. Entrants are welcome to call family and friends to be picked up at your convenience.

Will there be food at the finish line?

Yes, we have a fabulous post-race party, including pasta, breakfast pastries, fruit, munchies, and beer. There is live music for your entertainment.

Awards

Will I receive a finisher medal?

Yes. ALL finishers of the St. Petersburg Distance Classic will earn one of our gorgeous running starfish medals featuring a St. Petersburg sunshine theme.

When is the award ceremony, and where is it held?

The awards ceremony is located at the races’ post-race party area at North Shore Park, at approximately: 
8:15 a.m.    10K overall and age-group awards
8:45 a.m.    5K overall and age group awards
9:15 a.m.    Halfathon overall and age group awards
10:00 a.m.  Marathon overall and age group awards

* These times are approximate and there may be delays to assure results are accurate.

What are the awards and age group breakdowns?

All Marathon, Halfathon, 10K, and 5K finishers will receive our unique gold running starfish medals.
Age Group Awards – 3 deep in standard 5-year age groups
Overall Male & Female Awards – 3 deep
Masters (40+) Male & Female Awards – 3 deep
Grandmasters (50+) Male & Female Awards – 3 deep

Sponsorship and Booth Space

How do I become a sponsor?

Please contact us for more information at Info@StPetersburgDistanceClassic.com

I'm interested in getting booth space at the race. How do I find out about this?

Please contact us for more information about booth space at Info@StPetersburgDistanceClassic.com.

Virtual Run

Is there a virtual run for this race?

Yes. Please go to the Virtual Runs page for information.

Volunteers

I would like to volunteer. How can I do this?

Thank you for your inquiry! Come be a part of the support system for your running community, and the out-of-towners who join us. Your time, energy and support are invaluable to all of us! Students can also earn community service hours during our races.Please go to the Volunteers page to sign up.

What is the Volunteer Fundraising Opportunity?

In an effort to give back to our community, we invite small, non-profit groups to adopt an aid station during each of our races. Any non-profit group of 5 - 10 volunteers will receive a post-race donation of $250 per aid station. This is a fun way for running clubs, youth athletic teams, school groups, and other charities to participate in our community events while earning funds for your organization.

If your group would like to participate, please register NOW! These are offered on a first-come basis and may fill up quickly. 

Charities

What charities are you affiliated with?

The St. Petersburg Distance Classic is a family-owned and operated race. Most of the revenue generated covers expenses, and, hopefully, some profit, so we may continue to operate. Earning our living in this sport allows us to give back to our community in a variety of ways:

1) Unlike some other singular-cause events where all the proceeds go to one non-profit, we donate cash to several local, micro non-profits such as running clubs, youth athletic teams, etc., that support our races with their volunteers.

2) We often provide comp entries as raffle items for auctions at churches, schools, fundraisers, etc., and we donate modest amounts of cash when our athletes raise funds for their pet projects.

3) Through our races, we provide exposure to other fundraising events via Facebook posts and emails.

4) Our biggest area of charitable endeavor has been to provide our race management services and time, pro bono or partial pro-bono, to non-profits that stage races. In prior years, we did this for the Partners For Life Police Appreciation Run. More recently, we helped the Celma Mastry Ovarian Cancer Foundation increase participation by 50% for its One Step Closer to the Cure 5K / 10K / 1 Miler. We helped a fellow race director stage her Sunrise Run for three years. We have also offered our time or equipment when applicable, such as volunteering at Gasparilla and the St. Pete Road Runners 5K Beach Series.

5) Our absolute most satisfying charitable endeavor was to create and stage the “Tampa Bay for Boston Memorial Run.” About 3 weeks after the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013, we hosted 800 athletes in St. Petersburg for a candlelight vigil and memorial run, raising $15,000 for the bombing victims through The One Fund Boston. 

Finally, for each individual athlete who participates with us, we offer the opportunity to achieve goals they once thought impossible.

As you can see, we LOVE being a part of the Tampa Bay running community and thoroughly enjoy being in a position where we can help in many ways.

• All finishers in the Marathon, Half Marathon,10K, & 5K Run & Walk earn finisher medals to commemorate their achievement.

Awards are provided in each race, as follows:

• Overall: Top 3 Male/Female
• Masters (40+): Top 3 Male/Female
• GrandMaster (50+): Top 3 Male/Female
• Age Group: Top 3 Male/Female in Standard 5-Year increments

The 2027 Finisher Medals have not yet been designed, so we are providing this photo to show how gorgeous our first two medals were in 2019 and 2020. Due to the pandemic, new finisher medals were NOT designed for 2021 and 2022.

Rya, our award-winning Creative Director, wanted to feature three key elements in an artistic representation: our trademarked running starfish, sunshine, and water, all of which showcase what our hometown St. Petersburg Distance Classic is all about.

Registration & Packet Pickup

PACKET PICKUP:  for the convenience of our runners, we will have several packet pickups before the race. We strongly encourage you to pick up before race day to avoid long lines.

Exact Dates, Times and locations will be announced as we get closer to race day.

RACE WEEKEND DIRECTIONS: The start/finish line for the St. Petersburg Distance Classic is at North Shore Park; it is easily accessible at St. Petersburg’s waterfront, just north of the Vinoy Resort. If you need to Google or GPS North Shore Park, please use 901 N Shore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg, Fl 33701 as the address.

If you are picking up for a group, it helps us tremendously if you have all the names written on a sheet of paper. This will expedite the process and keep the line moving. Extra points for having them in alphabetical order by last name!

We try our best, but we can not guarantee T­-shirt sizes on race weekend. When you register, the shirt size you choose gives us an idea of how many T-shirts we should order per size. We place our order at least three weeks before race day to allow for shipping and printing. We add a percentage to account for the runners who register after placing the order. We hate to disappoint, but we don’t have a crystal ball to predict what size T-shirts the new registrants will require. Due to the likelihood of attrition, we provide shirts on a first come basis to those athletes who show up. So, come early!

Race Day Schedule

5:00 to 7:15 am Packet pickup at North Shore Park
6:00 am Start of St. Petersburg Marathon
6:30 am Start of St. Petersburg Halfathon
7:00 am Start of St. Petersburg 10K Race

7:25 am Start of St. Petersburg 5K Race / Walk

8:00 am Post-race party, including ice cold beer and soft drinks, hot pasta, fresh fruits, tasty pastries, and live entertainment

8:15 am Awards Presentation

 •  10K overall and age-group awards

 •  5K overall and age group awards 
 •  Halfathon overall and age group awards 
 •  Marathon overall and age group awards

1:00 pm Finish Line closes

Course Limits

As ALL courses use the same roads and Pinellas Trail as the Marathon, there is NO time limit for the 5K, 10K, and Halfathon.

Walkers are welcome in all our races. Please stay to the right side of the street as faster runners in races which follow your own pass by. 

The finish line for all races will be open for 7 hours from the 6:00 am marathon start until 1:00 pm. The course on public roads will open to traffic based on that pace. For instance, marathoners should be at the midpoint by 9:30 am. Athletes slower than that must move to the sidewalks and adhere to all pedestrian laws.

Bag Check

Bag check will be available near the registration and packet pickup tent. This is strictly by the honor system. No wallets, cell phones, or other valuables should be put in the bags, as we cannot be responsible for missing items.

Directions & Parking

The start/finish line at North Shore Park is easily accessible at St. Petersburg’s waterfront, just north of the Vinoy Resort! If you need to Google or GPS North Shore Park, please use 901 N Shore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701.

Parking immediately adjacent to the start/finish line area at North Shore Park and 1/4 mile north at the tennis courts is available for athletes in the Marathon ONLY. Marathon runners will be provided with parking passes prior to race day to allow entrance into the area.

There is also limited parking in the residential neighborhoods near the start/finish line. There are restrictions so please look for signs stating what they are.

Finally, there is parking on downtown streets and in public parking garages, a short walk to the start line. The closest parking garage is the Sundial Parking Lot, located at 117 2nd Street North, for a flat fee for the entire day.

This entire page will be updated as more information becomes available, so please check back as we get closer to race day.

This is a beautiful course showcasing St. Petersburg’s residential waterfront areas in Snell Isle and around Coffee Pot Bayou.

Our 10k starts at 7:00 am, meaning, with a 7:13 am sunrise, most runners will complete the course before the sun rises high enough to present any challenges. Also, with just one incline – a small bridge onto Snell Isle, this should be a lightning fast course for those seeking a PR.

Review

…in all honesty, this race was beautiful. I loved running by the water. The announcer did a fabulous job cheering everyone on as they crossed the finish line. The food and beverages provided were greatly appreciated! Thank you for making this one of my best races ever. I will definitely be running in it again next year. Scratch that. I will be running the halfathon next year! :)”
– Megan Infantino, Riverview, FL

The Course

Our St. Petersburg Distance Classic 10K starts at 6:40 am at North Shore Park on St. Petersburg’s beautiful downtown waterfront. The course heads north into Snell Isle to view some of our area’s finest historic homes.

The St. Petersburg Distance Classic 10K continues through Snell Isle around Coffee Pot Bayou before returning back towards North Shore Park.

Our 10K initially bypasses the turn into the finish line area and heads south along Vinoy Park towards the Vinoy Resort. The 10K athletes turn around and return back to North Shore Park to complete their race.

This is a beautiful, out-and-back course with a loop showcasing St. Petersburg’s residential waterfront areas in and near Snell Isle.

Our 5k starts at 7:25 am, meaning, with a 7:13 am sunrise, most runners will complete the course before the sun rises high enough to present any challenges. Also, with just two inclines – a small bridge onto Snell Isle and back, this should be a lightning fast course for those seeking a PR.

Review

This was my first 5k, and I walked in the fitness walk. My friend and I were the last two to finish that walk, and I was very happy to do that.
Everything seemed to go well, I was very happy that you had a 5k walk. I just wish that there were more walks and some longer ones to progress to, thanks again for having a walk for those of us that are just starting to get in shape.
– Maurine Jones, Largo, FL

The Course

Our St. Petersburg Distance Classic 5K starts at 7:25 am at North Shore Park on St. Petersburg’s beautiful downtown waterfront. The course heads north into Snell Isle to view some of our area’s finest historic homes.

This race returns back to the finish line via Coffee Pot Boulevard and North Shore Drive.

Registration is now OPEN for our St. Petersburg Virtual Runs (Marathon, Halfathon, 10K, or 5K) during the weeks surrounding February 8th to coincide with the actual live running of our races on-site. This allows athletes to run or walk anywhere in the world and still earn one of our gorgeous finisher’s medals.

How our Virtual Runs Work

Our virtual runs are staged completely on the honor system. By registering, we assume you will complete the mileage required.

1) Registration is $40 for Marathon, $35 for the Halfathon, and just $30 for the 5K or 10K. International athletes are welcome to join us charged an extra $10.00 to cover the cost of international shipping. T-shirts are not included in order to keep the entry fee and shipping low.

2) Athletes can complete a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K or 5K during the 2-week period before and after February 8. Athletes run on a course of their choosing, at their convenience.

3) We will mail you the official St. Petersburg Distance Classic finisher medal a week after the race.

4) Please share your results, experience and photos at our Facebook Event page. Your results will NOT be recorded as official results, nor will you be eligible for age group awards or rankings. It is not necessary to send us emails to report results, but you are certainly welcome to share your comments with us.

Reviews

“As one of your virtual marathoners (got my first few miles in yesterday morning here in WI), I want to tell you what an awesome, awesome job you are doing.  The race information you provide is the best I’ve ever read – thorough, easy to understand and covering just about everything. Thank you for putting this together.  The work load must be enormous. If we lived closer, I would definitely participate in some of your other races.  I’m proud to be one of your virtual runners and so thankful for the wonderful charity work you do. Again, thank you.”

- Debbi Segina, a proud member of the Adams County Running/Walking Club

“If you hate crowds, Nepal is a great place to run! Just not in the cities. 7:42 moving time, about 30 hours total elapsed (for the first 13.1).”
– Craig Hablewitz, Virtual Runner in Nepal

The St. Petersburg Halfathon features an aesthetically varied course, as it tours through exclusive waterfront neighborhoods, our downtown waterfront, and Central Avenue, home to an eclectic combination of local shops, galleries, and museums.

Our halfathon starts at 6:30 am, meaning, with a 7:13 am sunrise, the first leg of your 13.1 mile journey is completed before the sun is up, which can be especially helpful if the temperatures are above seasonal averages.

Musical entertainment, from solo performers to marching bands, spread out over the course will help the miles pass by.

This is a very flat half marathon, and should be a fast race for all.

Review

“You did an awesome job!! What a GREAT race. It was my first half marathon! The course was challenging, gorgeous and FUN!! The water stations were well spaced and catered to our every need! The volunteers were the BEST – so friendly and encouraging! The post-race food/drinks couldn’t have been better – there was so many goodies to choose from!! In short, you can be sure I plan to make your Half an annual event in my race calendar”
– Nema Runyan, St. Pete Beach, FL

The Course

The St. Petersburg Halfathon starts at North Shore Park on our beautiful downtown waterfront and heads north into Snell Isle to view some of our area’s finest historic homes. The course continues through Snell Isle and around Coffee Pot Bayou before returning back towards North Shore Park.

Our Halfathon continues south on the waterfront to Central Avenue, turns north at 1st Street through our bustling downtown, west on 3rd Avenue North to Mirror Lake, and circling it counter-clockwise.

The race course turns south at 6th Street N, back to and west on Central Avenue, at about mile 7.5, reaching a dynamic mixture of the best local shops found anywhere. Watch for an abundance of huge murals on Central Avenue’s building walls, as St. Petersburg is truly a well-know haven for artists of all types.

Our halfathon reaches an out-and-back section on Central Avenue, allowing runners to see their friends and fellow athletes as they head in opposite directions.

Runners turn south at 22nd St. and at mile 10, access the Pinellas Trail, a smoothly paved and shaded linear park recognized in the Rails to Trails Hall of Fame.

The St. Petersburg Halfathon heads east along the Pinellas Trail, passing Tropicana Field, while running adjacent to First Avenue South, to the waterfront, heading north with gorgeous water views of our marinas and docks filled with sailboats and yachts, to the finish line at North Shore Park.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Come enjoy central Florida’s only downtown waterfront marathon on the Gulf coast that offers the perfect combination of a scenic course, ideal weather, and award-winning beaches for your recovery.

Our marathon starts at 6:00 am, meaning, with a 7:13 am sunrise, the first leg of your 26.2 mile journey is completed before the sun is up, which can be especially helpful if the temperatures are above seasonal averages.

You will love our visually varied, mostly flat, scenic course. The marathon course is USATF certified (FL19019TY). The Inaugural St. Petersburg Marathon in 2019 was the first ever 26.2 mile race staged entirely in St. Petersburg. After a tour of west coast Florida’s most wonderful waterfront and eclectic downtown area, the marathon course heads west on the Pinellas Trail, a Hall-of-Fame, Rails-to-Trails linear park that stretches from St. Pete’s waterfront through Pinellas County to Tarpon Springs.

Musical entertainment, from solo performers to marching bands, spread out over the course will help the miles pass by.

Afterwards, you’ll be able to relax and recover on our award-winning beaches just a few miles away, featuring our area’s famous white sand and the mild waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

If you’re seeking a mid-winter break and considering an escape to the south, St. Petersburg is a great choice. C’mon down!

Review

“I have run many races (all distances) and many marathons (28-29). I know that putting on a race is not easy; putting on a marathon is a tremendous undertaking. The traffic control was excellent; I just can’t praise the volunteers enough – they are wonderful – we runners couldn’t do it without them. There was lots of water, Gatorade, etc. on the course, and great food afterwards (and my husband enjoyed the beer). So thank you for everything. Enjoyed running your race. Again, congratulations on doing an excellent job.”
– Cathy Detman, Flint, MI

The Course

The St. Petersburg Marathon starts at North Shore Park on our beautiful downtown waterfront and heads north into Snell Isle to view some of our area’s finest historic homes. The course continues through Snell Isle and around Coffee Pot Bayou before returning back towards North Shore Park.

Our Marathon continues south on the waterfront to Central Avenue, turns north at 1st Street through our bustling downtown, west on 3rd Avenue North passing Fit2Run’s downtown Running Superstore to Mirror Lake, and circling it counter-clockwise.

The race course turns south at 6th Street N, back to and west on Central Avenue, at about mile 7.5, reaching a dynamic mixture of the best local shops found anywhere. Watch for an abundance of huge murals on Central Avenue’s building walls, as St. Petersburg is truly a well-known haven for artists of all types.

Our marathon reaches an out-and-back section on Central Avenue, allowing runners to see their friends and fellow athletes as they head in opposite directions.

Runners turn south at 22nd St. and at mile 10, access the Pinellas Trail, a smoothly paved and shaded linear park recognized in the Rails to Trails Hall of Fame. Runners head west to a turn-around point near the Tyrone Mall, passing colorful murals on the walls of buildings adjacent to the Trail.

The St. Petersburg Marathon heads east along the Pinellas Trail, passing Tropicana Field, while running adjacent to First Avenue South, to the waterfront, heading north with gorgeous water views of our marinas and docks filled with sailboats and yachts, to the finish line at North Shore Park. 

The marathon course has been accurately measured per USATF certification standards is therefore a Boston Marathon Qualifier.

St. Petersburg Virtual 5K: Finisher Medal

St. Petersburg Distance Classic 5K Race / Walk: T-Shirt & Finisher Medal

St. Petersburg Virtual 10K: Finisher Medal

St. Petersburg Distance Classic 10K: T-Shirt & Finisher Medal

St. Petersburg Halfathon: T-Shirt & Finisher Medal

St. Petersburg Virtual Halfathon: Finisher Medal

St. Petersburg Marathon: T-Shirt & Finisher Medal

St. Petersburg Virtual Marathon: Finisher Medal