2026 Publix Fort Lauderdale A1A Marathon and Half

The 2026 Publix Fort Lauderdale A1A Marathon and Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States. The event is held along State Road A1A, a paved coastal highway offering expansive views of the Atlantic Ocean. On this date, Fort Lauderdale typically experiences mild winter weather, with average high temperatures around 70°F (21°C) and low temperatures around 55°F (13°C). Participants can expect a fast, flat course that provides a scenic and challenging route for both marathon and half marathon runners. The event includes a variety of race distances, along with additional weekend activities and post-race celebrations.

What distances are available for this event?

• →26.2-mile marathon
• →13.1-mile half marathon
• →6.2-mile Fresh From Florida 6K
• →3.1-mile CELSIUS Fort Lauderdale 5K

What is the start and finish location for the marathon?

• →The marathon starts at 401 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale (downtown)
• →The marathon finishes at 1100 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale (beachfront—"Where the Ocean is Your Finish Line")

What is the start time for the marathon and half marathon?

• →Both the marathon and half marathon have a mass start at 5:50 AM EST

What is the course layout for the marathon?

• →The marathon course is a point-to-point layout, starting in downtown Fort Lauderdale and finishing oceanfront at the beach
• →The course is predominantly flat with minimal elevation change, ideal for Boston qualifying attempts and personal records
• →The route runs along Florida's coastal highway, offering continuous ocean vistas

What is the course layout for the half marathon?

• →The half marathon shares the same scenic coastal route as the marathon for 13.1 miles before finishing at the same beachfront location
• →The course is flat and fast, ideal for personal record attempts

What is the time limit for the marathon?

• →The marathon has a 6-hour time limit (course open 6:00 AM–12:00 PM); the finish area remains open until 1:30 PM

Are pace teams available for the marathon?

• →Pace teams are available in 15-minute increments starting at 3:00 hours

Are pace teams available for the half marathon?

• →Pace teams are available for the half marathon starting at 2:00 hours

What is included in the race packet?

• →Participants receive a gender-specific technical shirt and a beach-themed finisher medal
• →Free shuttle buses are provided between the downtown start area and the beach finish
• →Packet pickup is available at the Publix Health & Fitness Expo at the Broward County Convention Center on Friday, February 13 (3–8 PM) and Saturday, February 14 (10 AM–6 PM)

What is the schedule for additional weekend events?

• →The Fresh From Florida 6K starts at 6:10 AM on Sunday, February 15
• →The CELSIUS Fort Lauderdale 5K starts at 7:30 AM on Saturday, February 14

What is the format of the additional weekend events?

• →The Fresh From Florida 6K shares the same downtown start and beach finish as the longer races
• →The CELSIUS Fort Lauderdale 5K is a downtown Fort Lauderdale loop course, flat road terrain, with a start/finish near 450 East Las Olas Blvd
• →The 5K is walker-friendly and serves as a tune-up race for the Sunday events

What is the participant experience like?

• →Post-race beach party at the finish line with food, beverages, beer, and live music
• →Age-group awards in 5-year increments based on chip time
• →Overall awards based on gun time

What kind of course support is provided?

• →A bib-attached timing chip system (disposable)
• →Pace teams available for both marathon and half marathon
• →A 6-hour time limit for the marathon

Is the marathon a Boston Marathon qualifier?

• →Yes, the Publix Fort Lauderdale A1A Marathon is a certified Boston Marathon qualifier with certification number FL23005JK

What is the weather like in Fort Lauderdale in February?

• →Fort Lauderdale typically experiences mild winter weather in February, with average high temperatures around 70°F (21°C) and low temperatures around 55°F (13°C)
• →Participants can expect clear skies and comfortable conditions for running along the coastal highway

What is the finish line experience like?

• →The finish line is located at 1100 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, an oceanfront location
• →A post-race beach party is held with food, beverages, beer, and live music
• →Participants receive a beach-themed finisher medal and a gender-specific technical shirt

Are there awards for participants?

• →Age-group awards are given in 5-year increments based on chip time
• →Overall awards are based on gun time
• →All participants receive a finisher medal and technical shirt