Shark Bite Half Marathon & 5k
- Date Sat 17th January 2026 - Sun 18th January 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location New Smyrna Beach, Florida
- Price Free - $125.20
- Races 6 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at the 11th Annual Shark Bite Half Marathon & 5K, taking place on January 17-18, 2026, in the stunning coastal town of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, famously known as the "Shark Bite Capital of the World." This exciting event kicks off with the Feeding Frenzy 5K on Saturday morning at 8:00 AM, followed by the highly anticipated Shark Bite Half Marathon on Sunday at 7:30 AM, and another chance to race with the Shark Bite 5K starting at 7:40 AM.
Participants can take part in various challenges, including the Half Marathon Challenge and the 5K Challenge, making this an ideal event for both serious runners and casual participants. With a vibrant expo, unique finisher medals, super soft blended T-shirts, and a festive atmosphere featuring live music and post-race food, there’s something for everyone. Plus, enjoy free beer for adult finishers and the opportunity for kids to join in on the fun with a free kids run! Whether you're aiming for personal bests or just looking to have a great time, the Shark Bite Half Marathon & 5K promises to be a fantastic weekend filled with community
Participants can take part in various challenges, including the Half Marathon Challenge and the 5K Challenge, making this an ideal event for both serious runners and casual participants. With a vibrant expo, unique finisher medals, super soft blended T-shirts, and a festive atmosphere featuring live music and post-race food, there’s something for everyone. Plus, enjoy free beer for adult finishers and the opportunity for kids to join in on the fun with a free kids run! Whether you're aiming for personal bests or just looking to have a great time, the Shark Bite Half Marathon & 5K promises to be a fantastic weekend filled with community
Organiser's Description
WWW.SHARKBITEHALF.COM [http://www.sharkbitehalf.com]
11TH ANNUAL SHARK BITE HALF WEEKEND
WHEN
THE FEEDING FRENZY 5K (NOW SATURDAY MORNING 8:00 AM)
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17, 2026
SHARK BITE HALF & 5K
SUNDAY, JANUARY 18, 2026
WHERE
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FLORIDA (SHARK BITE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD)
THE CHALLENGES
HALF MARATHON CHALLENGE - SATURDAY FEEDING FRENZY 5K + SUNDAY SHARK BITE HALF
5K CHALLENGE - SATURDAY FEEDING FRENZY 5K + SUNDAY SHARK BITE 5K
FOR MORE INFO [https://www.sharkbitehalf.com/runners-info]
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
* SATURDAY 7 AM - 12 (NOON) - SHARK BITE EXPO - PACKET PICK UP
* SATURDAY MORNING (8 AM) - FEEDING FRENZY 5K
* SUNDAY 7:30 AM - SHARK BITE HALF
* SUNDAY 7:40 AM - SHARK BITE 5K
ENTRY FEES
SEE RUNNERS INFO PAGE [https://www.sharkbitehalf.com/runners-info]
PACKET PICKUP LOCATIONS
See Runners Info Page [https://www.sharkbitehalf.com/runners-info]
RACE PREMIUMS
Best FINISHER MEDALS (Half & 5k) Super Soft Blended T-Shirt (Saturday & Sunday shirts are different)
Unique Custom Awards
NEW THIS YEAR Top 10% Finisher Hats for Feeding Frenzy 5k
Top 10% Finisher Hats per gender (half only)
Instant Results: Texted or Emailed
Best DJ: Race DJ
FREE Photos - Almost There Photography
FREE Beer to all of age Finishers - ( Sunday Events)
Post Race Food including Pizza - Flagler Avenue Pizza (Sunday Events)
FREE Kids Run to follow race (Sunday)
Certified Race Course (Half Only)
Pace Teams (Half Only)
AWARDS
Both 5ks
* 9 & Under
* 10 - 14
* 15 - 19
* 20 - 24
* 25 - 29
* 30 - 34
* 35 - 39
* 40 - 44
* 45 - 49
* 50 - 54
* 55 - 59
* 60 - 64
* 65 - 69
* 70 - 74
* 75 - 79
* 80 +
Half Marathon
* 14 & Under
* 15 - 19
* 20 - 24
* 25 - 29
* 30 - 34
* 35 - 39
* 40 - 44
* 45 - 49
* 50 - 54
* 55 - 59
* 60 - 64
* 65 - 69
* 70 - 74
* 75 - 79
* 80 +
RACE CONTACT INFORMATION
Joe Matuszczak
P: (352) 215-3134
E: [email protected]
11TH ANNUAL SHARK BITE HALF WEEKEND
WHEN
THE FEEDING FRENZY 5K (NOW SATURDAY MORNING 8:00 AM)
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17, 2026
SHARK BITE HALF & 5K
SUNDAY, JANUARY 18, 2026
WHERE
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FLORIDA (SHARK BITE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD)
THE CHALLENGES
HALF MARATHON CHALLENGE - SATURDAY FEEDING FRENZY 5K + SUNDAY SHARK BITE HALF
5K CHALLENGE - SATURDAY FEEDING FRENZY 5K + SUNDAY SHARK BITE 5K
FOR MORE INFO [https://www.sharkbitehalf.com/runners-info]
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
* SATURDAY 7 AM - 12 (NOON) - SHARK BITE EXPO - PACKET PICK UP
* SATURDAY MORNING (8 AM) - FEEDING FRENZY 5K
* SUNDAY 7:30 AM - SHARK BITE HALF
* SUNDAY 7:40 AM - SHARK BITE 5K
ENTRY FEES
SEE RUNNERS INFO PAGE [https://www.sharkbitehalf.com/runners-info]
PACKET PICKUP LOCATIONS
See Runners Info Page [https://www.sharkbitehalf.com/runners-info]
RACE PREMIUMS
Best FINISHER MEDALS (Half & 5k) Super Soft Blended T-Shirt (Saturday & Sunday shirts are different)
Unique Custom Awards
NEW THIS YEAR Top 10% Finisher Hats for Feeding Frenzy 5k
Top 10% Finisher Hats per gender (half only)
Instant Results: Texted or Emailed
Best DJ: Race DJ
FREE Photos - Almost There Photography
FREE Beer to all of age Finishers - ( Sunday Events)
Post Race Food including Pizza - Flagler Avenue Pizza (Sunday Events)
FREE Kids Run to follow race (Sunday)
Certified Race Course (Half Only)
Pace Teams (Half Only)
AWARDS
Both 5ks
* 9 & Under
* 10 - 14
* 15 - 19
* 20 - 24
* 25 - 29
* 30 - 34
* 35 - 39
* 40 - 44
* 45 - 49
* 50 - 54
* 55 - 59
* 60 - 64
* 65 - 69
* 70 - 74
* 75 - 79
* 80 +
Half Marathon
* 14 & Under
* 15 - 19
* 20 - 24
* 25 - 29
* 30 - 34
* 35 - 39
* 40 - 44
* 45 - 49
* 50 - 54
* 55 - 59
* 60 - 64
* 65 - 69
* 70 - 74
* 75 - 79
* 80 +
RACE CONTACT INFORMATION
Joe Matuszczak
P: (352) 215-3134
E: [email protected]
Races
-
Half Marathon Challenge
Incl. $10.20 Fee & Unisex Super Soft T-Shirts (2 Different Shirts)
Sat 17th January 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$125.20
This Challenge is made up of: Saturday's The Feeding Frenzy 5k Sunday's Shark Bite Half Marathon Participants will receive Finisher Medals for each race, plus Half Challenge Medal -
5k Challenge
Incl. $7.32 Fee & Unisex Super Soft T-Shirts (2 Different Shirts)
Sat 17th January 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$86.32
This Challenge is made up of: Saturday's The Feeding Frenzy 5k Sunday's Shark Bite 5k Participants will receive Finisher Medals for each race, plus 5k Challenge Medal. So 3 Amazing Medals -
Feeding Frenzy 5k (Sat. MORNING)
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Unisex Super Soft T-Shirt
Sat 17th January 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$44.50
Saturday morning 5k. Kicks off race weekend and both challenges as well. -
Shark Bite Half (Sunday)
Incl. $7.72 Fee & Unisex Super Soft T-Shirt
Sun 18th January 2026 (7:30AM EST)
$91.72
Top 10 % of Male & Female Finishers in the Half Marathon will receive a Custom Top Finisher Hat. This is 10% per gender. Last year the women dominated with 80 hats to the mens 40. -
Shark Bite 5k (Sunday)
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Unisex Super Soft Specific T-Shirt
Sun 18th January 2026 (7:40AM EST)
$44.50
This is our Classic 5k that takes place Sunday along side the Premier Shark Bite Half Marathon. Like always, these finishers will receive the highly sought after Shark Bite Finisher Medal (same as Half). -
Shark Bite Kiddie Dash (Sunday Morning)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 18th January 2026 (9:00AM EST)
Free
Kids Race will be around 9:00 am and sent off in waves based off of age. This race is for kids ages 8 and younger. This is not a registration to run the 5k distance.
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