Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon
Florida's oldest marathon, the Space Coast offers a space-themed waterfront run from historic Cocoa Village.
Race Date
Nov 22, 2026
Location
Cocoa, FL
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 22, 2026
- Location
- Cocoa, Florida
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 54,372
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Celebrating its 55th year in 2026, the Space Coast Marathon and Half Marathon stands as Florida's oldest marathon. This USATF-certified event winds along a scenic waterfront course on the east coast of Florida, beginning in the historic and charming Cocoa Village.
The racecourse offers a unique space-themed experience, drawing inspiration from its proximity to the Kennedy Space Center. Runners and walkers can expect a flat, fast route, with an average of around 6,220 finishers in recent years, and a strong repeat-runner loyalty of approximately 46%. The event attracts participants from nearly all US states, highlighting its draw as a destination race.
Concluding at Cocoa Riverfront Park, the finish line provides a festive atmosphere for family and friends to cheer. The event is known for its well-organized production, including a unisex shirt as swag, and its welcoming environment for both competitive runners aiming for personal bests and those enjoying a scenic, themed race day.
Race-provided description
Space Coast Marathon is celebrating its 55th year in 2026, making it the oldest marathon in the state of Florida. We invite runners and walkers alike to experience one of the most beautiful USATF certified waterfront courses on the east coast of Florida. Our event starts in the historic and quaint Cocoa Village, and finishes along the river in Cocoa Riverfront Park where family and friends can cheer and watch your finish. As our race is held within the shadow of the Kennedy Space Center, the entire event revolves around a space theme sure to delight and energize our participants.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, November 22, 2026
Start Time
6:15 AM
Giveaway
UNISEX Shirt
Start Location
401 Riveredge Blvd., Cocoa, FL, 32922
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River, Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
FL24012JK · Space Coast Half Marathon - 2024
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite9235 years running
~6,220 finishers a year
growing or steady
46% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources · 8 photos
runners from 48 states
winner 1:13:26
typical high 75°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
62°
Afternoon (High)
75°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 54,372 finishers actually crossed the line across 35 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
54,372
Median time
2:32:36
Latest turnout
3,045
States
51
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon?
The Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon is held on Sunday, November 22, 2026, starting at 6:15 AM.
Where does the Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Cocoa, Florida.
What distances does the Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 54,372 runners who have completed the Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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