Sea Turtle & Sweetheart Running Festival 2027 — Gulf Shores, AL

Date
February 13, 2027
Location
Gulf Shores, AL
Venue
101 East Beach Blvd
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $125.00
Events
Sea Turtle Half Marathon, Sweetheart 5K Run/Walk, Be Mine 1 Mile, True Love 10K
Includes
T-Shirt
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Join us beach side for the Sea Turtle & Sweetheart Running Festival of Gulf Shores! Taking place February 13, 2027, there are FOUR awesome distances to choose from- the Sea Turtle Half Marathon, the Sweetheart 5K, True Love 10K, and the Be Mine 1 Mile. Whichever distance you take on, it is sure to be a fin-tastically good time! Each event is timed, with participants having the opportunity to qualify for awards. All distances start and end at The Hangout Gulf Shores, our sponsor and the host of the post race party! Each registration comes with tickets for food and beer (21+ only). So grab your sweetheart, your bestie, your reluctant running buddy... you don't want to miss it!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Sea Turtle & Sweetheart Running Festival 2027 — Gulf Shores, AL?

Sea Turtle & Sweetheart Running Festival 2027 — Gulf Shores, AL takes place on February 13, 2027. The race is held in Gulf Shores, Alabama.

Where is Sea Turtle & Sweetheart Running Festival 2027 — Gulf Shores, AL held?

Sea Turtle & Sweetheart Running Festival 2027 — Gulf Shores, AL is held at 101 East Beach Blvd in Gulf Shores, Alabama.

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