Best Damn Race

Best Damn Race – Safety Harbor Half Marathon 10k & 5k

February 1, 2025
Safety Harbor
Road
Distances
Half-Marathon, 10k, 5k
Starting Time

7:35 AM

Fees

$55 - $115

Perfect For

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1-100
Fast & Flat
Oceanfront
High: 68°
/ Low: 51°

Join us for the 12th annual Best Damn Race Half Marathon, 10k, & 5k. This race is created by runners for runners, encouraging individuals of all ages and fitness levels to come out and participate.

Scenic Views, PR Chasers. Safety Harbor, Florida is known for its serene harbor, historic downtown, and cultural amenities, providing visitors and locals alike with a tranquil coastal, waterfront experience.

As a fast and flat course, this is a great opportunity for competitive runners to pursue a personal best; What better way to kick off the new year?!

Starting and finishing on 110 Veterans Memorial Ln at Safety Harbor Marina Park, half marathon runners head north along Bayshore Drive until they find themselves in Philippe Park.
Onward, runners will head back south toward Safety Harbor before hopping onto Ream Wilson Trail in Clearwater, Florida. There will be a total of 10 fully-stocked aid stations throughout.
With an event philosophy of “Run, Drink, Eat, Party”, the Best Damn Race lives up to its name, encouraging all participants to not only run but also stay for a post-race celebration comprising free food, beer, and entertainment.
As for the race itself, all participants will receive a goodie bag including a race shirt, finisher’s medal, and more.

Overview
Join us for the 12th annual Best Damn Race Half Marathon, 10k, & 5k. This race is created by runners for runners, encouraging individuals of all ages and fitness levels to come out and participate. Scenic Views, PR Chasers. Safety Harbor, Florida is known for its serene harbor, historic downtown, and cultural amenities, providing visitors and locals alike with a tranquil coastal, waterfront experience. As a fast and flat course, this is a great opportunity for competitive runners to pursue a personal best; What better way to kick off the new year?!

Starting and finishing on 110 Veterans Memorial Ln at Safety Harbor Marina Park, half marathon runners head north along Bayshore Drive until they find themselves in Philippe Park.
Onward, runners will head back south toward Safety Harbor before hopping onto Ream Wilson Trail in Clearwater, Florida. There will be a total of 10 fully-stocked aid stations throughout.
With an event philosophy of “Run, Drink, Eat, Party”, the Best Damn Race lives up to its name, encouraging all participants to not only run but also stay for a post-race celebration comprising free food, beer, and entertainment.
As for the race itself, all participants will receive a goodie bag including a race shirt, finisher’s medal, and more.

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Best Damn Race – Safety Harbor Half Marathon 10k & 5k Course Map

Distances
Half Marathon, 10k, 5k
Starting Time

7:35 AM

Fees

$55 - $115

Perfect For

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