Events and Community Information

Use the links at left to find about upcoming races and lots of information about running on the Space Coast.

Running Zone Race Series Awards Presentation - June 3rd
Download Brochure: Race Series Awards Flyer 2007-2008

The Running Zone Race Series 2007-2008 awards presentation will be held on Tuesday, June 3rd at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy. The evening kicks off at 6:00 pm with pizza and drinks followed by the RZ awards presentation at 6:30 pm. After the awards presentation, Ms. Suzy Favor-Hamilton, a 7 time National Champion, 9 NCAA titles and a 3 time Olympian will be the keynote speaker. Ms. Hamilton's appearance is presented by Coach Butler’s Set Goals, Not Limits Summer Training Camp.

The last race of the series, Run for the Gecko 5K, is Saturday, May 10th at the Brevard Community College Wickham Park Pavilion.

Please download the attached flyer for more information.

Sunday Morning Group Runs & Walks

Group Runs/Walks with distances of 3, 6 and 10 miles with water drops at mile 3 and 5. Meet at Riverfront Park starting Feb. 3rd at 7:00 am on the north end of the park near the restrooms. (400 Delannoy Ave) Come early and stretch as the group will start promptly at 7am. If you know someone who doesn't run please encourage them to come and walk.

Hosted by Linda Cowart (landlclearing@bellsouth.net)and Suzie Enlow (suziee@cfl.rr.com)

Thursday Night Fun Runs & Walks
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Our Thursday Night Fun Runs & Walks from Running Zone will start again, Thursday, March 13th at 6:30 pm. Join us for a 30-45 minute workout. For more information, download the attached information form or call 751-8890.

Fun Runs Every Tues - Palm Bay Community Ctr.

Dave and Robin Hernandez are hosting Tuesday night fun runs and walks (approx. 5K)at 6:30 p.m. The runs start and finish at the Palm Bay Community Center. The center is on the South side of Port Malabar Blvd which is conveniently located West of US-1 and East of Babcock Street in beautiful Palm Bay. Amenities include a marked course, timing, cold drinks, and fresh fruit. Contact Dave Hernandez at (321)615-4214 or via e-mail at dhernandez803@yahoo.com

Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon 2008
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Running Zone and Space Coast Runners welcome you to the 37th running of the Space Coast Marathon and Half-Marathon – the oldest marathon in Florida. We invite runners and walkers alike to experience one of the most beautiful waterfront courses on the east coast.

The start and finish of the race takes place in the historic and quaint Cocoa Village, just minutes away from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. Since this is the celebrated “Space Coast”, our marathon and half revolve around a space theme sure to delight and energize our participants.

5-4-3-2-1! Blast off for this year’s 6 a.m. start of the Space Coast Marathon!
Space!

As part of the celebration of the Space Coast, here are some of the amenities planned this year:
• New Larger Astronaut Medals for all finishers
• “Space" Photo opportunity back drop at the pre-race dinner and race site
• Start of Race Countdown with a shuttle launch on a Jumbotron
• Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex admission discounts to participants
• Space Props along course and at finish line area
• Volunteers in NASA-like uniforms and hats
• Beach towels for all finishers (instead of mylar blankets)
• Water/Aid Stations with Space Themes

In addition, we are very excited to announce that Dick Beardsley will be the guest speaker at this year’s Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon. Mr. Beardsley will also be part of the Sunday morning activities including the awards presentation.

Dick Beardsley is probably best known for “The Duel in the Sun”, his 1982 Boston race against Alberto Salazar. He finished in second place by a mere two seconds, running 2:08:53. The race even inspired a book, “Duel in the Sun: The Story of Alberto Salazar, Dick Beardsley, and America’s Greatest Marathon” by John Brant.

For more information, visit www.spacecoastmarathon.org or download the attached brochure.