U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon
The U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon offers a fast, flat course with a growing field and a festive race weekend.
Race Date
Dec 12, 2026
Location
West Palm Beach, FL
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 10K, 5K, Double: 5K & Marathon, Double: 5K & Half Marathon, Double: 10K & Half Marathon, Double: 10K & Marathon, Virtual Marathon, Virtual Half Marathon, Virtual 10K, Virtual 5K, Paley Walk
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 33,089
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon in West Palm Beach, Florida, is a well-established race weekend, first run in 2004 and now in its 20th year. The event typically attracts around 2,300 finishers, with a notable 17% repeat-runner loyalty, indicating a strong community.
The marathon course is USATF certified and known for being fast and flat, with a net elevation drop and no separation between the start and finish, making it a prime location for personal bests. The race weekend also includes a half marathon, 10K, and 5K, offering options for various running levels.
Runners can expect a lively atmosphere with a growing field and a festive finish. The event is held in December, with typical race-day temperatures ranging from 68-77°F, providing pleasant running conditions.
Race-provided description
The U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon is a weekend long event including of a Marathon, Marathon Relay, Half marathon, and 5K road race. The races will all start and finish near the Meyer Amphitheatre on Flagler Drive, in West Palm Beach. Race weekend is December 11 - December 13, 2026 with a 5K and 10K on Saturday morning and Marathon, Half Marathon and Relay on Sunday morning. PACKET PICKUP Marathon, Half Marathon, Relay Race packets for the Marathon, Half Marathon, Relay must be picked up at the Al Packer Ford Health and Wellness Expo on Friday December 11 (noon-6PM) or Saturday December 12 (10AM-6PM). Please bring the race confirmation email and a photo ID. There is NO packet pickup or race registration on race day, Sunday December 13. Please plan accordingly. 5K & 10K We strongly recommend that you pick up your race packet for the 5K or the 10K at the Al Packer Ford Health and Wellness Expo on Friday December 11 (noon-6PM). Please bring the race confirmation email and a photo ID. Limited packet pickup (shirt and bib) for the 5K or 10K will be available on 12/12 from 6AM to 7:15AM. Al Packer Ford Health and Wellness Expo Location: Meyer Amphitheatre 104 Datura St, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Start Time
6:00 AM
Giveaway
Shirt
Start Location
101 South Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
FL19006DL · Palm Beaches Half Marathon 2019
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
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Quality Score
Standout7220 years running
~1,481 finishers a year
growing or steady
17% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 1:18:39
typical high 77°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
68°
Afternoon (High)
77°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 33,089 finishers actually crossed the line across 20 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
33,089
Median time
2:15:56
Latest turnout
2,298
States
50
Turnout by year
2017–2025
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Frequently asked
When is the U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon?
The U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon is held on Saturday, December 12, 2026, starting at 6:00 AM.
Where does the U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon take place?
It takes place in West Palm Beach, Florida.
What distances does the U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 10K, 5K, Double: 5K & Marathon, Double: 5K & Half Marathon, Double: 10K & Half Marathon, Double: 10K & Marathon, Virtual Marathon, Virtual Half Marathon, Virtual 10K, Virtual 5K, Paley Walk.
Is the U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches 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 U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 33,089 runners who have completed the U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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