
Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Sarasota
Bound for Boston Half Marathon offers a flat, fast loop at Nathan Benderson Park for PR seekers.
Race Date
Dec 6, 2026
Location
Sarasota, FL
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, December 6, 2026
- Location
- Sarasota, Florida
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1,530
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Bound for Boston Half Marathon at Sarasota's Nathan Benderson Park is crafted for serious runners aiming for personal bests. The course is a single, meticulously designed 1-mile loop, emphasizing a super flat and fast profile ideal for consistent pacing and record-setting performances. This USATF-certified course is a prime opportunity to chase a Boston Marathon qualifying time or simply set a new PR.
This event is intentionally kept small and focused, with a cap of just 75 participants, ensuring a more intimate and dedicated atmosphere. Runners benefit from flexible support, including aid stations with water and electrolytes, and the unique option to place personalized nutrition on the tables. Many participants also bring a cheer crew to provide extra motivation and support throughout the race. All participants receive a great race shirt and finisher medals, with awards presented in traditional 5-year age groups.
Race-provided description
Have you been dreaming of running the Boston Marathon? Need to shave a few minutes off your qualifying time? Or maybe you're just looking for the perfect course to set a new PR? Whether Boston is your goal or not, the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon is for you. We are racing at Nathan Benderson Park and the course features a 1-mile, super flat and super fast loop, making it ideal for consistent pacing and record-setting performances. The Full Marathon is USATF certified, making it a Boston Qualifier. This event is uniquely designed for serious runners. We will have water and an electrolyte drink at the aid table. Participants are welcome to bring their own personalized aid to place on the aid tables, allowing you to grab exactly what you need each time you pass. Many runners even bring a cheer crew to help hand out fuel and keep the motivation high throughout the race. To maintain the best possible experience, this is intentionally a small, focused event, capped at just 75 participants. We will have a great race shirt and finisher medals for all participants. Awards for both distances are in the usual 5-year age groups. Fast course, flexible support, and a chance to chase your goals—this is the race that lets you run your perfect day.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, December 6, 2026
Start Time
6:30 AM
Giveaway
Awesome Race Shirt
Start Location
Nathan Benderson Park, Sarasota, FL, 34235
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
8 years running
~17 finishers a year
small race — neutral
6% returning runners
5 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 2 states
winner 1:22:04
typical high 73°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
60°
Afternoon (High)
73°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
82%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,530 finishers actually crossed the line across 8 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
1,530
Median time
2:03:58
Latest turnout
17
States
32
Turnout by year
2010–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Sarasota?
The Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Sarasota is held on Sunday, December 6, 2026, starting at 6:30 AM.
Where does the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Sarasota take place?
It takes place in Sarasota, Florida.
What distances does the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Sarasota offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Sarasota course flat and good for a PR?
The Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Sarasota is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Sarasota?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,530 runners who have completed the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Sarasota.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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