Gasparilla Half Marathon 2026
Tampa's premier running event along the beautiful Bayshore Boulevard — the world's longest continuous sidewalk. The flat, scenic course runs along Tampa Bay with water views throughout. Late February weather is ideal for racing in the Sunshine State.
Course Highlights
- Run along Bayshore Boulevard
- Tampa Bay waterfront views throughout
- Flat, fast course — great for PRs
- Part of Tampa's famous Gasparilla festival season
Race Day Conditions
Flat course — great for setting a PR or running your first half.
Mild — light clothing, stay hydrated early.
This is historical planning context, not a weather forecast.
Official organizer websiteRecommended Training Plans
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How to prepare for this course
Your plan should account for the flat road course in Tampa, plus the conditions runners commonly encounter around this event. These resources add race-specific context without creating a duplicate training URL.
Half marathon race pace strategy
A flatter course can reward even pacing, but a sensible opening mile still matters.
Half marathon weather strategy
Use the historical 65°F average as a packing and pacing prompt, not a race-day forecast.
Two-week taper guide
Arrive fresh by reducing training stress while keeping familiar movement in the final two weeks.
Train for the Gasparilla Half Marathon
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