First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon & Relay Moves to October 20, 2019

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SAVE $10 When You #RunSarasota in October

One of my favorite half marathons is moving to October this year. It's the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon and Relay in Sarasota, Florida. 

This event has a special place in my running heart. It's a beautiful course that takes you up and over the challenging John Ringling Causeway Bridge, around St. Armands Circle, and through some beautiful old neighborhoods with giant shade trees and Sarasota Bay views. The race begins and ends at Van Wezel Hall — a fun waterfront venue on the bay. 

Keep reading to learn more about the race and get my $10 Discount Code!

Check Out the Race Course

The race includes going up and over the John Ringling Causeway Bridge at mile 1 and mile 4. This is a picture of the approach. The bridge is 60 feet high. (Photo credit: FW Sarasota Half)

After the bridge and St. Armands Circle, runners race along the Tamiami Trail for a couple of miles. After mile 7 half marathoners head into quiet neighborhoods with views of the bay. (Photo credit: FW Sarasota Half)

Next, runners race 4 miles through neighborhoods and on Bayshore Blvd. before returning to Tamiami Trail and the finish line at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. The finish line leads to the post race party on the bay. (Photo credit: FW Sarasota Half)

First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon & Relay Course. There's a 10K race, too. (Photo credit: FW Sarasota Half)

Why I Like the New Race Date

Florida's racing season is different than other parts of the country. Around here you can find 3-4 races every weekend in March. In the past, it meant you had to choose one race over another, or run two races on the same weekend. 

Sure, there were times I ran a couple of races one weekend. And, I've run a half marathons two weeks in a row. But, I like it much better when I can spread them out. It makes each event special and allows plenty of time for recovery.

Now, First Watch Sarasota Half & Relay are at the start of race season in October. I can run the half without FOMO on other races. Plus, it's a great motivator to train through the summer and kick off the Fall racing season with a bang.

October Temps in Florida

If you've never been to Florida in October — come on down. While it's getting cold up North, we're still enjoying sunny beach days.

October is a great time of year here. Humidity can be low or high, so I can't predict that. But, I did look up the predicted temps for October 2019:

Expect warm days and cool nights in Florida during October. That means the Gulf water temp and beaches will be perfect. (Graphic: Weather Channel)

SAVE $10 on the Half with My Discount Code

Register early and you can run this half marathon for $55. The current price is $70 until April 4th.

​You can use my code: "BRSARASOTA19" to SAVE $10 on the Half or Relay, or $5 OFF the 10K race. That means your half marathon price is back down to $60; the Relay is $90; and the 10K is $45.

​Register soon for the best price! Take a look at the registration schedule:

(Photo credit: FW Sarasota Half)

Awesome Post Race Party on Sarasota Bay

The named sponsor is First Watch Daytime Cafe. They make some of the best breakfasts around. On race day make sure you get a yogurt parfait, and hot pancakes. They're delicious after running 13.1 miles.

Yep, that's a band on stage in the background. Post race there are drinks and breakfast foods to refuel all the runners after their races. Relax, eat, and enjoy the view. (Photo credit: This Old Runner)

Make sure you get a granola and yogurt parfait! (Photo credit: FW Sarasota Half)

Last year's race offered beer and sparkling seltzer as well as plenty of Gatorade and water. (Photo credit: This Old Runner)

You'll Earn Big Beautiful Bling

Big bling was a thing in Sarasota long before the rest of the races caught on. Check out last year's dolphin medal. I've been tracking Sarasota's medals for the last 6 years, and they are always awesome! Their medals are some of my best race mementos.

The First Watch Sarasota Half and Relay is known for it's beautiful dolphin medals. This is the medal from 2018. Stay tuned for this years' medal. (Photo credit: This Old Runner)

The First Watch Sarasota Half is part of Lifetime's Florida Storm Series. These runners earned extra bling by racing multiple half marathons. (Photo credit: FW Sarasota Half)

Read My 2018 Review and Register Early

If you want more info, you can read my review of the 2018 race. Check it out and then get yourself registered for this year's event. Remember, use "BRSARASOTA19" to SAVE $10 on the half or relay, and SAVE $5 on the 10K when you register online.

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