Race Details
DATE: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2022
PLACE: FT. DE SOTO PARK, ST. PETERSBURG
START TIMES:
HALFATHON: 7:05 a.m.
10K & 5K: 7:25 a.m.
NEW PARK RULE: ALL RUNNERS & VOLUNTEERS MUST BE INSIDE THE GATE BY 7:00 A.M.
GATE CLOSES AT 7:00 A.M. SHARP; YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER UNTIL 9:00 A.M.
Course Highlights
The Halfathon, 10K and 5K courses start at North Beach and are pure out-and-back 13.1 mile, 6.2 and 3.1 mile tours of Ft. De Soto Park run on paved trails and access roads. You will NOT be running on the sand.
These are extremely flat and fast courses with no bridges, overpasses, or discernible inclines. They are accurately measured and will be certified by the USATF.
Fort De Soto Park has been named “America’s Top Beach” by TripAdvisor several times over the years citing a “spectacular combination of soft white sand, calm, clear water and a laid-back atmosphere.”
Packet Pickups
There are three packet pickups before the race. Click here for details…
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About the Halloween Distance Classic Halfathon, 10K, & 5k
Join us for a wicked-good time during our 14th Annual Halloween Halfathon, 10K & 5K race at Fort De Soto Park on October 30. A virtual option is available if you can’t make it on site. Enjoy the parade of costumes whizzing by at this fun yet competitive race not to miss!
Costumes are encouraged but not required. Create unique costumes in the spirit of Halloween that will not adversely affect your performance. From the most elaborate to the simply cleverly, the costumes add to the festive feel of our Halloween Distance Classic.
“Another great job with the Halloween Halfathon! Loved the course, loved the Halloween twist on the starfish medals, and of course the volunteers were great and everything was so organized! You also do a great job with communication – thanks so much!”
– Eileen Boyle, Trinity

We’re located in the beautiful Tampa Bay area, staging races in Fort DeSoto Park, St. Petersburg, and Madeira Beach to Largo.

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Set some goals and take the only season-long Challenge in Tampa Bay, starting in September 2022 through March 2023. Complete ALL five of our races in any combination of distances and earn the ultimate award and bragging rights!