EVENT DETAILS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WHAT TO EXPECT
The beautiful city of Punta Gorda will be the site of the Punta Gorda Half Marathon and 5k. The course features several bridge crossings of the Peace River and a tour of the famous Harborwalk.
Laishley Park and Veterans Park will be the epicenter for the beginning of a great experience. Participants are encouraged to visit pristine and powerful Veterans Park right near the starting line after the event. Nearly constant water views with hundreds of boats will provide scenic views as well as running underneath a huge Banyan Tree for those looking carefully. Join thousands of your friends and make new ones at this special event and location.
- Where? Laishley Park: Punta Gorda, Florida
- When? National Anthem and Pre-Race Instructions start at 6:20am. Both races start at 6:30am.
- Time Limit: 3.5 hours
- Water Stops: There will be water and gatorade about every 2 miles or less.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The beautiful city of Punta Gorda will be the site of the Punta Gorda Half Marathon and 5k. The course features several bridge crossings of the Peace River and a tour of the famous Harborwalk.
Laishley Park and Veterans Park will be the epicenter for the beginning of a great experience. Participants are encouraged to visit pristine and powerful Veterans Park right near the starting line after the event. Nearly constant water views with hundreds of boats will provide scenic views as well as running underneath a huge Banyan Tree for those looking carefully. Join thousands of your friends and make new ones at this special event and location.
INCLUDED WITH ENTRY
PACKET PICK UP
Early Packet Pick Up
Friday 1/7 - 4:00-6:00PM
Laishley Park
(Directions)
Race Day Packet Pick Up
5:40-6:10AM
Laishley Park
(Directions)
Friday 1/7 - 4:00-6:00PM
Laishley Park
(Directions)
Race Day Packet Pick Up
5:40-6:10AM
Laishley Park
(Directions)
TECH SHIRTS & COTTON TANKS
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Shirt sizes and styles are first come, first served. Please arrive early at packet pick up to ensure your shirt of choice. Size selection from your registration is not guaranteed.
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FINISHER MEDAL
AWARDS
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Top 5 in Each Age Group
1-10, 11-14, 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+ Awards Pick Up Since our timing technology allows for live results, you are able to receive your award as soon as you cross the finish line. After you've enjoyed our complimentary post-race refreshments, report to our awards area where one of our team members will present you with your finish results and award. |
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5K COURSE
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TURN BY TURN COURSE FLYOVER
HALF MARATHON COURSE
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TURN BY TURN COURSE FLYOVER
ATHLETE GUIDE
ATHLETE GUIDE GETS RELEASED THE WEEK OF THE EVENT
TRACKING APP
VOLUNTEER
Volunteers make our events a success! If you are interested in volunteering, please CONTACT US HERE.
DIRECTIONS
LAISHLEY PARK
PARKING
Parking will only be available at the lot on the corner of East Olympia Avenue and Nesbit Street. 117 East Olympia Avenue Punta Gorda, FL (Directions)
PRICING
HALF MARATHON ENTRY
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Until July 11 $89 |
July 12 - September 9 $99 |
September 10 - November 8 $109 |
November 9 - Race Day $119 |
5K ENTRY
5K ENTRY
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Until September 9 $39 |
September 10 - Race Day $45 |
THE ELITE EVENTS EXPERIENCE
PROFESSIONALLY PRODUCED EVENTS...FROM START TO FINISH
ELITE EVENTS TRACKERAside from being known for the best "swag" aka finisher medals and race shirts, we have our FREE Elite Events Tracker App at every race. The app allows spectators to track your progress live on the course and provides you with instant race results.
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LIFETIME STATSYour accomplishments will be stored in our Lifetime Stats database so you can keep track of all of your Elite Events results in one place...and see how they stack up against every Elite Event participant ever!
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Did you know that Elite Events donates tens of thousands of dollars each year to local charities? Your registration helps local school groups raise much needed funds! |