YMCA Sandbar Half Marathon / 5K
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Englewood, Florida
- Price $22.20 - $69.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the YMCA Sandbar Half Marathon and 5K on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in beautiful Englewood, Charlotte! This exciting event kicks off with the Half Marathon starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 7:15 AM. Set against the stunning backdrop of Manasota Key, runners will traverse a scenic course mostly shaded by trees, providing a refreshing escape from the Florida sun. Participants will enjoy a straightforward route with minimal turns, making it a perfect race for both seasoned runners and beginners alike.
The race will begin and end at the South Beach Parking Lot, where you can look forward to fantastic perks including finisher medals, race shirts (while supplies last), and a complimentary hot meal and draft beer at the Sandbar Tiki & Grill starting at 8:30 AM. With live music to keep the energy high while awards are presented, this event promises to be a memorable experience for all. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to challenge yourself, soak in the sun, and celebrate with fellow runners! Please note that advanced registration is required, and there will be no race day registration available.
The race will begin and end at the South Beach Parking Lot, where you can look forward to fantastic perks including finisher medals, race shirts (while supplies last), and a complimentary hot meal and draft beer at the Sandbar Tiki & Grill starting at 8:30 AM. With live music to keep the energy high while awards are presented, this event promises to be a memorable experience for all. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to challenge yourself, soak in the sun, and celebrate with fellow runners! Please note that advanced registration is required, and there will be no race day registration available.
Organiser's Description
YMCA SANDBAR HALF MARATHON & 5K
WHAT: Half Marathon & 5K (Chip Timed)
WHEN: Saturday, October 17, 2026
NEW TIME: 7:00 am Half Marathon start / 7:15 am 5K start
SPONSORED BY THE SANDBAR TIKI & GRILL
The Englewood YMCA will be hosting its annual Half Marathon & 5K, which will be run on Manasota Key, one of the most beautiful places in Florida. Runners will enjoy a race route without many turns and with much of the course under tree canopy (a big plus in the Florida sun). Start & finish at the South Beach Parking Lot (across from the Sandbar). Runners will make their way north on Beach Road about 6.6 miles, make a U-turn and run back south (the way they came) making their way to the finish in the north beach parking lot. Advanced registration only. There will be NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION available. Kids 14 & under: $15.00 for the 5K race (prices does not change).
EVERY RACER WILL RECEIVE:
* Finisher Medals
* Race Shirts for all (while supplies last)
* Free Draft Beer (at The Sand Bar Tiki & Grille)
* Free Hot Meal (at The Sand Bar Tiki & Grille) Starting @ 8:30am
* Live Music (while waiting for awards)
* Plus, age group awards
Carpooling is recommended. The Half Marathon has a three hours' thirty min time limit which would require you to run or run/walk an average pace of just over a 16-minute/mile pace. ROAD IS OPEN TO TRAFFIC
Parking: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/ni1p7vvrQmJznzDo7]In the beach parking area
Per USATF rules, gun time is used to determine prize money winners and time bonus recipients. Tag time (chip time) will be used to determine all age-group
WHAT: Half Marathon & 5K (Chip Timed)
WHEN: Saturday, October 17, 2026
NEW TIME: 7:00 am Half Marathon start / 7:15 am 5K start
SPONSORED BY THE SANDBAR TIKI & GRILL
The Englewood YMCA will be hosting its annual Half Marathon & 5K, which will be run on Manasota Key, one of the most beautiful places in Florida. Runners will enjoy a race route without many turns and with much of the course under tree canopy (a big plus in the Florida sun). Start & finish at the South Beach Parking Lot (across from the Sandbar). Runners will make their way north on Beach Road about 6.6 miles, make a U-turn and run back south (the way they came) making their way to the finish in the north beach parking lot. Advanced registration only. There will be NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION available. Kids 14 & under: $15.00 for the 5K race (prices does not change).
EVERY RACER WILL RECEIVE:
* Finisher Medals
* Race Shirts for all (while supplies last)
* Free Draft Beer (at The Sand Bar Tiki & Grille)
* Free Hot Meal (at The Sand Bar Tiki & Grille) Starting @ 8:30am
* Live Music (while waiting for awards)
* Plus, age group awards
Carpooling is recommended. The Half Marathon has a three hours' thirty min time limit which would require you to run or run/walk an average pace of just over a 16-minute/mile pace. ROAD IS OPEN TO TRAFFIC
Parking: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/ni1p7vvrQmJznzDo7]In the beach parking area
Per USATF rules, gun time is used to determine prize money winners and time bonus recipients. Tag time (chip time) will be used to determine all age-group
Races
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Sandbar Half Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Race Themed Shirt - While Inventory Last
Sat 17th October 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$69.90
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race Themed Shirt - While Inventory Last
Sat 17th October 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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Plus One for the Post-Race Party
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 17th October 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 15 OCT
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1975 Beach Rd, Englewood, 34223, FL, United States
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