Miami Marathon & Half Marathon

The Life Time MIAMI MARATHON & Half is an exhilarating celebration of athleticism, endurance, and the vibrant spirit of MIAMI. Held annually, this iconic race brings together thousands of dedicated runners from around the globe, eager to conquer the scenic streets of this tropical paradise. The course takes runners on a breathtaking journey, weaving through palm-lined avenues, alongside shimmering turquoise waters, and past iconic landmarks like the Art Deco buildings of South Beach and the magnificent Port of MIAMI. The Life Time MIAMI MARATHON & Half is not just a race, but an immersive experience that captures the essence of this vibrant city.People coming together. People running together. A test of endurance, strength and will. Join over 18,000 fellow runners, walkers, and wheelchair athletes on a gorgeous course through some of the most famous spots in Miami and Miami Beach. Secure your space at the start line today because it’s not Miami without YOU! Every year, we pay tribute to the star of the show — the course. Runners count on the course to pull them through each mile, and every year this course doesn’t let them down. Mile after mile, the views and sounds help propel runners to the finish line. Be on the lookout for views on the course that you might recognize from a hit TV show or movie. Many of those hot spots are actually part of this incredible course! The truth is, Miami and Miami Beach are at sea level; we have really no noticeable elevation changes. However, we do need a way to get from one beautiful piece of land to another without getting our feet in the water. Descriptions of bridges, or as we say in Miami, “hills” are listed below: – A quarter mile into the race there is the largest bridge of the course – the MacArthur Causeway – (9 meters above sea level) that connects to Watson Island. – At the 2.5-mile mark there is a second incline that is a less gradual incline, but much lower height than the first. This connects to the island of Miami Beach. – From mile 8 to about mile 11, you will cross the Venetian Causeway to return to mainland Miami. This span is essentially flat with a small incline on the last portion of the causeway. – At the 13.1-mile mark there’s a drawbridge that gives you an incredible view of the Miami River, but isn’t too tall of a bridge. – At the 25.9-mile mark you go over a drawbridge that goes almost unnoticed because it is small. As you go up it, you’ll begin to hear the cheers and the music of the finish line. The Miami Marathon is also a qualifying race for the Abbott World Marathon Majors Age Group Championships. LESS