Heatwave Half Marathon - Orlando
Orlando's Heatwave Half Marathon offers a sun-soaked summer challenge with cool-down treats.
Race Date
Jul 18, 2026
Location
Orlando, FL
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50m, 1 Miles, 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles, Volunteer Then Run, Virtual Race
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Heatwave Half Marathon in Orlando presents a unique summer running challenge, embracing the Florida heat with a festive atmosphere. This race is designed to be a family-friendly event, offering multiple distances alongside the half marathon, ensuring participation for all ages and abilities.
The course is a flat, road-based loop, ideal for those looking to test their speed or achieve a personal best. Runners can expect a straightforward path through the Orlando area, with the primary challenge being the typical summer temperatures and humidity. The event emphasizes fun and community, with chip-timing, live results, and awards for top finishers.
Post-race, participants are treated to free ice cream, a welcome respite from the heat, along with custom medals and designer shirts as part of the race swag. The event also includes a virtual race option, allowing runners to participate from anywhere.
Race-provided description
Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K! A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family. The fun includes – Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medalChip-timing with live results and awardsFree photosFREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool offPlenty of hot fun in the summer sun!
Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one! Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17! Half Marathon/10K/5K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! Kid’s Dash is a fun, untimed dash for ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal for our youngest runners! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash without swag, they’re welcome to run free on race day!) Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Tank Top
Start Location
Blue Jacket Memorial Park, Orlando, FL, 32814
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
3 other maps for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 7 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 89°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
75°
Afternoon (High)
89°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.3"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
84%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Heatwave Half Marathon - Orlando?
The Heatwave Half Marathon - Orlando is held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Heatwave Half Marathon - Orlando take place?
It takes place in Orlando, Florida.
What distances does the Heatwave Half Marathon - Orlando offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50m, 1 Miles, 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles, Volunteer Then Run, Virtual Race.
Is the Heatwave Half Marathon - Orlando course flat and good for a PR?
The Heatwave Half Marathon - Orlando is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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