OUC Orlando Half Marathon & Track Shack Lake Eola 5k

OUC Orlando Half Marathon & Track Shack Lake Eola 5k is a competitive road event in Orlando, Florida, on December 5, 2026, with both the half marathon (13.1 miles) and the 5K starting at 7:15 AM. The certified half-marathon course runs through historic downtown Orlando and finishes in Lake Eola Park, drawing more than 4,000 participants, from elites to serious amateurs. The route is flat and shaded, with enthusiastic crowds and music zones along the way.

Flat, shaded and fast is the profile runners chase for a personal best, and this race has a reputation for quick times. Build over 12 to 14 weeks with a weekly long run reaching 10 to 12 miles and a regular tempo session at half-marathon effort. A DTO 16.2 Challenge combines both distances for those who want to run the 5K as well. Local breweries, food stands and entertainment wait at the finish.