Marathon, Florida, is a Florida Keys town on the Jupiter-to-Key West coast. This guide covers 12 upcoming events, kept current from official sources. Top picks: Sombrero Beach Run (20th annual) and Burgers & Buffet Tunes: A Tribute Show at Comedy Key West. Nearest towns: Big Pine Key (17 mi) and Islamorada (32 mi).

Last updated September 7, 2026. Events refresh daily; places are hand-picked and re-checked monthly.

Marathon sits in the middle of the Keys at the foot of the Seven Mile Bridge, with the Turtle Hospital, Sombrero Beach and the walkable Old Seven bridge to Pigeon Key. It's the working-fishing-town Keys, with Crane Point's hammock trails for a shady break.

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What's on in Marathon

The next 10 events on the Marathon calendar (dates are America/New_York; confirm with the organizer before you go):

  • Sombrero Beach Run (20th annual) — Sat, Feb 27 · Sombrero Beach, Sombrero Beach Rd; 10K 8:00 AM, 5K 9:15 AM · Races & Runs. 10K, 5K, 15K Challenge (10K+5K), kids Held last Saturday of Feb; 2026 was Feb 28. Southernmost Runners event with Friday pizza party.
  • Burgers & Buffet Tunes: A Tribute Show at Comedy Key West — Mon, Sep 7, 12:30 PM · Comedy Key West · Theater & Shows. Enjoy lunch while experiencing a unique tribute show.
  • Glow Hours at Hugh’s Views — Mon, Sep 7, 5:00 AM · Hugh’s View · Community. Experience a unique rooftop evening with stunning views.
  • Islander Resort Coastline Cleanup — Mon, Sep 7, 3:00 PM · Islander Resort · Community. Help clean up the beautiful shores of Islamorada.
  • Monday Night Jazz Jams — Mon, Sep 7, 8:30 AM · American Legion Post 168 · Concerts & Live Music. Kick off your week with smooth jazz tunes every Monday night.
  • Occupational Hazard: The First Coral Reefers — Mon, Sep 7, 2:00 PM · Key West Theater · Theater & Shows. A special two-show engagement highlighting the creative heart of Old Town.
  • Aqua Idol at the Legion — Tue, Sep 8 · American Legion · Theater & Shows. Cheer on local singers while supporting a great cause.
  • Arts & Drafts — Wed, Sep 9, 7:00 AM · The Retro Room · Festivals & Markets. Enjoy a relaxed, social art night with local creativity.
  • Hemingway in a Funny Way at Comedy Key West — Wed, Sep 9, 5:30 AM · Comedy Key West · Theater & Shows. A playful tribute to one of Key West’s legendary literary figures.
  • Key West Farmers Market — Thu, Sep 10, 1:00 AM · Key West Farmers Market · Festivals & Markets. Discover fresh local flavors and handmade treasures in a lively setting.

See the full list, refreshed daily: Marathon.

Getting there and planning your day

Marathon sits at 24.714, -81.090 in the Florida Keys. Parking rules, beach access and permits are on the City of Marathon site; the Florida Keys & Key West official tourism council calendar lists county-wide festivals; check the National Weather Service Key West forecast before a beach or boat day (summer storms build after 2 pm); snorkelers and anglers should read the NOAA tides: Vaca Key, Marathon; the nearest airport is Key West International Airport (EYW); the official Bahia Honda State Park page has hours and entry fees.

Nearby towns

Each has its own page in this guide:

Official sources and further reading

We link to primary sources so you can verify hours, fees and dates:

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