Lifetime Miami Marathon & Half Marathon
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About
The Life Time Miami Marathon is Miami's only marathon, and the best way to explore all the things that make Miami famous. Join thousands of fellow runners and hit the streets, passing through the downtown area, scenic beaches, art district & more. It's an epic event you wont want to miss.
Half Marathon, 5k, and Marathon
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Sat, 28 Jan 2023 - Sun, 29 Jan 2023
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Miami, United States
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The event experience
🎉
Atmosphere
Based on 18,750 participants
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Scenery
Based on location and reviews
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Elevation
<5m elevation gain per km
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Where and when
Location
601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132, USA
Start times
Sun, 29 Jan 2023
Marathon:
TBC | Half Marathon:
TBC Sat, 28 Jan 2023
5k:
7:30am Races summary
Here's what races are available for Lifetime Miami Marathon & Half Marathon
Marathon
26.2mi
Half Marathon
13.1mi
5k
5km
Route information
Marathon
The eyes of the world will be focused on the main event of the weekend — the Life Time Miami Marathon. Friends, family and curious spectators will line the roadways to cheer on the many that choose to run through this epic city.
Runners will experience an epic flat course that is USTAF-certified, single-loop, and a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. A couple course features that are worth noting:
- There are several bridges along the course with a very slight incline.
- Digital time clocks will be positioned throughout the course.
- Course markers, directional arrows and other signage will be positioned throughout the course.
- Several digital clocks at the Finish Line will display unofficial times.
- The full and half marathon will feature entertainment along the course for both spectators and runners.
Please line up in the Start Line area according to your corral listed on your race bib.
Half Marathon
The Miami Half Marathon is a favorite for runners throughout the world. Many come to Miami for the fast, dramatically inspiring course. Runners start with their friends and finish across the same finish line at Bayfront Park. The only deviation occurs in the last 800 meters of the race where the half marathon breaks off and heads to the finish line at Bayfront Park, where the grand finish festival commences, and runners can celebrate their achievement with new friendships that only an event like this can form.
Elevation Information
The truth is, Miami and Miami Beach are at sea level and there are really no noticeable elevation changes. However, there does need be a way to get from one beautiful piece of land to another without having to swim, therefore all descriptions of bridges, or as they say in Miami, “hills” are listed below:
- A quarter mile into the race there is the largest bridge of the course – the MacArthur Causeway – (9 meters above sea level) that connects to Watson Island.
- At the 2.5-mile mark there is a second incline that is a less gradual incline, but much lower height than the first. This connects to the island of Miami Beach.
- From mile 8 to about mile 11, you will cross the Venetian Causeway to return to mainland Miami. This span is essentially flat with a small incline on the last portion of the causeway.
- At the 13.1-mile mark there’s a drawbridge that gives you an incredible view of the Miami River, but isn’t too tall of a bridge.
- At the 25.7-mile mark you go over a drawbridge for a bit of a challenge toward the end of your on-course journey but as you go up, you’ll begin to hear the cheers and the pumping music of the Finish Line.
Time Limits
In order to comply with city permits, the roads will reopen in a graduated fashion. We require that participants be properly prepared and trained to complete the full marathon (26.2 miles) within 6 hours (14 min/mile pace). However, the full marathon finish line will remain open for 7 hours (16 min/mile pace). Please note that after the 6-hour pace, participant support (e.g. aid and water stations, volunteers, course marshals, clocks, etc.) is NOT guaranteed, and you will be required to adhere to local pedestrian rules (move to curbsides, break down lanes, sidewalks, etc.). Medals and official finish times will be given to all finishers who complete the race within 7 hours.
Checkpoint
Marathon participants must reach the 12.8-mile mark within 3:15 in order to be allowed to continue.
Organiser
What's included
RUNNER PREMIUMS
- Custom-designed Finisher’s Medal
- Gender-specific tech tees
- Fast, flat and Boston-qualifying course
- Convenient and discounted hotel blocks for participants
- On-course aid stations, music and entertainment
- Access to the lively post-race Finish Festival
- Post-race food and refreshments
- Overall award winners and prize purse for elite athletes
- Top three award winners in each age category
- Runner goody bag and much more!
How to get there
601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132, USA
Get full directionsRace Day Shuttles
For those who purchased race morning shuttle tickets, you must pick up your tickets at the TRANSPORTATION BOOTH at the Expo. Tickets may still be available for purchase at the Expo for $20 round trip.
Pre-Race Loading: Shuttles will be leaving the Miami Beach Convention Center at 4:00 AM to ensure timely arrival at the Start line.
Post-Race Loading: Post-race shuttles will operate from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Shuttle loading will be located at NE 8th St. and Biscayne Blvd., next to American Airlines Arena (North Side).
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Spectator Info
This road-closed event provides an epic experience for both runners and spectators to get involved in the action and energy. Spectators get ready to line the roads and make some noise for the 20000 participants that will be taking to the streets.
FAQ's
Are headphones allowed for the Life Time Miami Marathon?
Yes, headphones will be allowed, however, the event organizer asks that you run with one earpiece in and one out.
Where do I collect my race packet for the Life Time Miami Marathon?
Race packet collection will be at the Expo. The expo will be open on the Friday from 12-7pm, and the Saturday from 10am - 6pm.
Will there be bathrooms at the Life Time Miami Marathon?
Port-o-lets will be at various locations around the start line. There will be no public access inside the American Airlines Arena.
Will there be first-aid at the Life Time Miami Marathon?
A medical unit will be located at the start line for your safety. Please look for medical personnel in green T-shirts if you need assistance. Water/Gatorade stations will be located on both sides of the start line area.
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