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Caloosa Fest

5K · Half Marathon

Dec 5, 2026 · Alva, Florida, US

Listed Apr 18, 2024

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Caloosa Fest – December 5, 2026

 

Caloosahatchee Regional Park MTB Trails • Alva, Florida

 

Get ready for an unforgettable trail experience at the 2026 Caloosa Fest, featuring a Half Marathon and 5K Trail Race on the rugged, beautiful trails of Caloosahatchee Regional Park.

This event brings together trail runners of all experience levels for a day filled with challenging terrain, great views, community fun, and outdoor excitement.

 

Whether you're tackling the half marathon or cruising the 5K, this event offers something for everyone!

 

Schedule of Events — Saturday, December 5th, 2026

 

Half Marathon Trail Race: 7:30 AM start

5K Trail Race: 8:00 AM start

 

Vendors and demos on-site throughout the morning.

 

Awards (2026)

 

5K Trail Race:

• Top 3 Male & Female overall

• All participants receive a finisher medal

 

Half Marathon:

• Top 3 Male & Female overall

• All participants receive a finisher medal

 

 

 

Friday Night Packet Pickup

 

Friday, December 4th, 2026

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Fleet Feet Fort Myers

13499 S Cleveland Ave, Ste 209

Fort Myers, FL 33907

 

Race Day Packet Pickup

Opens at 6:45 AM

Packets must be picked up at least 15 minutes before your race start time.

Caloosahatchee Regional Park (Mountain Bike Park)

18251 N River Rd

Alva, FL 33920

 

Park opens at 6:30 AM for participants.

 

5K Trail Race Details

Start Time: 8:30 AM

The 5K course features a fun, scenic loop with rolling terrain and a mix of grass, hard-packed trail, and mild single track. The 5K course will stay on the green trails (beginner friendly)  

 

Half Marathon Trail Race Details

Start Time: 7:30 AM

Cutoff Time: 12:00 PM

The Half Marathon course will use the best parts of the Caloosa trail system, incorporating long stretches of perimeter trail, open grass sections, winding single track, and technical segments.

 

 

Aid Stations

 

Main Aid Station:

Located at Start/Finish — fully stocked with all supplies needed for the race.

 

On-Course Aid:

Water + electrolyte tabs available at miles 3 and 9. 

 

Hydration Requirement:

All Half Marathon runners must carry a hydration system (handheld, vest, or bottle).

 

Crew & Canopy Area

Theres plenty of space at the start finish area for canopy tents and crew support.

 

Parking

All parking will be inside the Mountain Bike Park.

Parking staff will direct you upon arrival.

Parking is on grass near the trail system.

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