Tallahassee Marathon and Half Marathon

The Tallahassee Marathon began in 1975 with just two participants. From there, it has grown to a first-class event showcasing Florida’s capital city like no other race. The Tallahassee Marathon is an all-volunteer event organized by the Gulf Winds Track Club, a local non-profit dedicated to advancing the sport of running, whether for competition, physical fitness, or pleasure.
Our 2026 participant survey reveals what you can expect on the course. One runner summed up the event field size perfectly: "This was the perfect amount of people for the size of the city." Another participant shared, "The energy was amazing! It was my first marathon & I'm looking forward to doing it again next year"
Here is the feedback directly from the participants. 

The Full Marathon
The full marathon delivers an incredible tour of the city's most scenic landscapes. Runners consistently highlight the natural beauty woven throughout the course. One racer said, "I love running through the beautiful neighborhoods with the big oaks and hanging moss. So pretty". Another celebrated the "variation of sceneries" that keeps the course engaging from start to finish.
The community ensures you are supported through every single mile. Runners noted there were "plenty of opportunities for supports to stand" and loved "running thru FSU and FAMU campuses". The aid stations and security teams earn massive praise. A participant wrote, "The volunteers and Police/safety were amazing. Lot's of smiles and cheering. It made a huge difference!".
When you reach the final stretch, the production value elevates the entire experience. Runners love the high-energy finish line layout on Madison Street. One marathoner shared, "My favorite part of the race was the finish line setup and the person who was calling out names who were finishing". Another added simply, "The Madison St finish zone is the best!".

The Half Marathon
The half marathon serves up an electric atmosphere packed with local landmarks and massive crowd turnout. Runners thrive on the neighborhood engagement. One participant loved "watching the people of the city leave their homes and support with groups and applause, some with sweets and drinks".
The course design keeps your momentum moving forward. One runner noted that the layout "really showcases Tallahassee well" and brings "great crowd support for a smaller city race too!". The continuous energy provides a rewarding experience that builds camaraderie among total strangers. A participant shared, "The positivity of the people around me!! It was great to be surrounded by other runners the whole time".
The celebration in College Town delivers a memorable exclamation point to the day. Spectators and vendors line the area to cheer you home. A half-marathoner raved, "The finish line was epic! That new count-down clock!!". Another added, "Favorite part of the race was going through Cascades and FAMU. Loved the finish line party too".

The Marathon Relay
The marathon relay splits the distance into an exciting, high-energy team adventure. Participants find deep motivation in sharing the course with their friends and training partners. One relay runner cited their favorite part as simply "being a part of a team!", while another loved "hanging with the team while we waited for the handoffs".
A relay participant wrote, "The pre-race video about where to park and how to get to the relay handoffs was amazing... These were game changers!". Another added, "I really appreciated the detailed video and race packet sent out before the race!... This was truly top tier".
The collective energy of the event peaks as teams reunite at the finish line. The post-race celebration treats runners to local favorites like Gaines Street Pies. One runner perfectly captured the final sprint: "The entire atmosphere was amazing! so energetic and fun... coming down Madison Street with everyone cheering you on!"

Visit the race website for maps, elevation charts, course cutoff, packet pickup details, and more info not listed here.

Both the marathon and half marathon races are run on USATF certified courses. The Tallahassee Marathon is a qualifying course for the Boston Marathon.

Teams of 4 may participate in the race relay-style, with each team member covering a different section of the course. The relay is held on the full marathon course only. There is a 6-hour cutoff, which means all relay members must be able to run 13:44 per mile or faster.

There will be 3 divisions: men, women and co-ed.  Men’s and women’s teams must include members of a single gender only. Co-ed teams must include at least one member of each gender. Team members must register separately.

Marathon relay segment #1 - 6.4 miles / 243 feet of elevation gain
Marathon relay segment #2 - 6.5 miles / 285 feet of elevation gain
Marathon relay segment #3 - 6.5 miles / 166 feet of elevation gain
Marathon relay segment #4 - 6.5 miles / 137 feet of elevation gain

Complete details and information is available at our website.