Track Shack

Location
512 E Washington St.
Orlando, FL 32803

Course Info

• The start and finish line are located on E. Central Blvd.
• Nine water stops approximately every 1.5 miles. Gatorade will be available.
• Four entertainment spots
• Two portable restrooms at each water stop
• One food stop will be on course at approximately mile 8.5
• Two on-course tents will include an EMT and self-serve supplies such as Band-Aids, Blistex, sunscreen, Biofreeze, blister relief provided by AdventHealth. Each tent is located near Mile 5 and 10.
• Bike medics will be on course

Pace Groups
Want to make sure you make it to the finish line by your goal time? Pace Groups will get you there! Sign up at the Track Shack tent on race day where you will meet up with your pace group leader. 

Half Marathon pace groups will be offered for the following target finish times: 
1:40, 1:45, 1:50, 1:55, 2:00, 2:05, 2:10, 2:15, 2:20, 2:25, 2:30*, 2:45*, 3:00*
*Run/walk pace groups

Seeded Corral Placement
Athletes who meet the following qualifying times will be placed in the seeded corral: 

1:20 minutes or less – Men
1:30 minutes or less – Women

Runners aiming for placement in the fastest group must provide proof of their qualifying race result from a certified distance that meets these minimum time requirements. If we are unable to verify an athlete's qualifying performance with the information provided, they will be placed in the general corral. Please note that seeded corral placement is not guaranteed. 

Runner Tracking
The half marathon features real-time race tracking by providing Live Results via our partner RTRT.me. Check your runner's status at the following splits in the half marathon: 5K, 10K, 15K and finish.

https://rtrt.me/ouc25 
Note: If you register on Monday or Tuesday of race week, you will be able to sign up for tracking on Wednesday after 10:00 am; if you register on Wednesday or Thursday, you can sign up on Friday after 10:00 am. If you register on Friday of race week, you will be able to sign up for tracking after 9 pm Friday or on race morning. Times posted during the event are Unofficial. Official results are posted upon completion of the event. 

Awards and Prizes 
The OUC Orlando Half Marathon will offer a $23,000 prize purse for men and women. To be eligible for prize money, a recipient must be a US citizen and have a valid US Social Security number. To recognize and develop Florida's community of runners, the OUC Orlando Half Marathon will award Florida’s top runners the Fastest Floridians half marathon Prize Purse. 

•1st $3,000 M/W
•2nd $2,500 M/W
•3rd  $2,000 M/W
•4th $1,500 M/W
•5th $1,000 M/W
•Fastest Floridians: $1,000 M/W
•1st Masters $500 M/W 
•Top nonbinary/genderqueer finisher.
•Top finisher in the push rim wheelchair division.
•Top three men and women finishers in each age division.

Age Group Division
14-18   35-39   55-59   75-79
19-24   40-44   60-64   80 and over
25-29   45-49   65-69    
30-34   50-54   70-74   

Note: Participants who prefer not to disclose their gender are not eligible for awards. Any master athlete that places in the overall division receives the overall award. Top three overall male and female finishers are awarded based on gun time, all other awards are based on net time. ONLY Runners and walkers ages 14 and above who wear the designated B-Tag are included in the race results. 

Half Marathon Course Limit
The course time limit is 3.5 hours. The race also has a maximum pace requirement of 15 minutes per mile. The 15-minute mile pace goes into effect as soon as the last participant crosses the start. If a participant can't maintain this pace, race officials will direct them to move to the sidewalk.

Medals and official finish times will be given to all finishers who complete the race within 3.5 hours. If you cannot finish the race, a Runner Transport Vehicle will be available to take you back to the Lakeside Party. Participants who finish outside the time limit will not receive an official finish time and may not receive full course support.

We’re proud to partner with WESH 2’s Share Your Christmas campaign, benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank. This beloved holiday tradition invites the community to run, walk, and give to support families in need.  

Location
195 N Rosalind Ave
Orlando, FL 32803

Awards

• Overall Top 10 Men & Women (based on gun time)
• Top nonbinary/genderqueer finisher.
• No age group awards.

Note: ONLY Runners and walkers who wear the designated B-Tag are included in the race results.

Couse Map
The start and finish line are located E. Central Blvd.

Download the Training Guides
Prefer to train on your own? Our training guides are designed for beginners making the jump from 3 miles to 13.1. Each week builds mileage gradually, helps you stay injury-free, and gets you to the start line ready to conquer your race.

Before beginning any exercise program, visit your doctor for a complete physical.

5K 

Download (PDF) the 8-Week guide

Half Marathon

Download (PDF) the 13-Week guide

DTO 16.2 Challenge

Download (PDF) the 13-Week guide

Pick up your bib and shirt and attend the Expo & Bib Pickup presented by Brooks at The Plaza Live. Check-In Pass OR Photo ID is required. Participants may pick up on behalf of others by presenting a copy of the participant's Check-In Pass or photo ID.

At the expo, connect with sponsors and vendors such as Brooks, Balega, GU, New Balance, and Duvin to shop race essentials and exclusive event merchandise. Plus, enjoy special features like the Speaker Series, the Shakeout Run, and mascot meet & greets.

The Plaza Live
425 N Bumby Ave.
Orlando, FL 32803 – Conveniently located 1.8 miles from Track Shack! 

Thursday, December 3
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday, December 4
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

5K participants: May also pick up your bib and shirt on Saturday, December 5 at Track Shack (1104 N. Mills Ave.) from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Food Drive
Please bring non-perishable food items to the Expo to support WESH 2’s Share Your Christmas benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank.

Shipping
Shipping is available for those who wish to have the race packet mailed to their home ($30 for the first registration). Domestic shipping only. Deadline to request shipping: Friday, November 22.
 

The OUC Orlando Half Marathon athlete development program invites a limited number of athletes who are provided with a priority starting corral for the OUC Orlando Half Marathon.  With an eligible half marathon qualifying time, athletes may receive a complimentary race entry or a complimentary race entry + two-night hotel accommodations for those meeting the high-performance standards.

Application window:  June 2026 - October 2026

Half Marathon Standards – Eligible for Comp Entry

Half Marathon High Performance Standards – Eligible for Comp Entry & Hotel Stay

Athletes should contact Track Shack Events about an athlete development program entry before registering. We will not be able to offer registration reimbursements for those athletes who registered and are subsequently accepted into the athlete development program.

Performances that do not meet the standards will not be considered. Performances prior to March 1, 2025, will not be considered. Performances must be run on a course certified and recognized by USATF. Note: Relays, trail runs, self-timed or virtual runs are not valid for proof of time. 

Athletes who meet the qualifying standard of the Athlete Development program will be placed in the seeded corral. Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance into the athlete development program.

Prize Money
The OUC Orlando Half Marathon will offer a $23,000 prize purse for men and women.  To recognize and develop Florida's community of runners, the OUC Orlando Half Marathon will award Florida’s top runners the Fastest Floridians half marathon Prize Purse. To be eligible for prize money, a recipient must be a US citizen and have a valid US Social Security number. 

Awards and Prize Money Policies
• Overall winners are scored by gun time.
• Prize money (1st, 2nd 3rd, 4th, 5th overall) will be awarded by gun time.
• All other award categories, including Masters and Fastest Floridian will be based on net time.
• A masters runner who finishes in the top five overall, is eligible for open or masters prize money but not both. 
• A top Florida runner who finishes in the top five overall can get open prize money and Fastest Floridian prize money
• To be eligible for prize money, a recipient must be a US citizen and have a valid US Social Security number. 
• Prize money checks will be mailed within seven days of the event.  The domestic mailing address will be what is indicated on the W9 form. 
• Checks must be cashed within 6 months, or will be cancelled, and NOT re-issued.

Who qualifies as a full-time Florida resident?
To be eligible for the Fastest Floridians Prize Purse, runners must reside in Florida. They must have had residency for at least one year (365 days) before the current OUC Orlando Half Marathon.

One must have a residence, not just an address where mail and/or official documents are sent. A driver’s license, voter registration card, vehicle registration, and/or proof of employment will be required for verification.

College or graduate students attending school in Florida but with permanent residences elsewhere do not meet these residency requirements. Exception to this rule are: Military personnel that are stationed in Florida but are deployed elsewhere.

Host Hotel
Embassy Suites Orlando1
91 E. Pine St. Orlando, FL
Special Half Marathon Rate! $199 + tax 

Track Shack Reservation Link >>

Call 1-800-809-9708 and mention “Track Shack”

Designated as a lodging facility that makes a commitment to conserve and protect Florida’s natural resources. This property has received this recognition as part of the Florida Green Lodging Program, a voluntary initiative of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).

Parking
Limited parking along side streets; parking garages are located at the corner of Rosalind St. and Robinson Street. See Parking Garage Addresses (rates may apply).

Reserve your parking with ParkMobile >>

Bike Parking
Bicycling is a great alternative for transport to our event.  Bicycle commuting reduces congestion, while reducing the production of carbon monoxide and other ozone depleting emission.  It’s also a great way to see the city, and avoid congestion when parking.
BIKE PARKING LOCATIONS:
On N Eola Drive near E Washington St.
On N Eola Drive near E Central Blvd.
On E. Central Blvd. near S Osceola Blvd.

Can’t make it to the race but still want to experience the excitement and achievement?  Sign up to run the virtual race!

Bib Pickup OR Shipping
Participants can pick up their packets at The Plaza Live (December 3-4). Shipping is available for those who wish to have the race packet mailed to their home. Packets will be shipped starting the week of November 30th. Domestic shipping only.

How to Participate
Run or walk anytime! To receive a customized finisher certificate, complete the event and submit your finish time online or email info@trackshack.com by 5:00 PM on Sunday, December 6.

Share Your Experience
Post your virtual race photo, tag Track Shack and use hashtag
#TrackShackVirtual and #OUCHalf #LakeEola5K
- Instagram @orlandotrackshack
- Facebook @TrackShackRun 

Be a part of your favorite Track Shack running events and cheer on the thousands of athletes as they race to the finish line. Make a difference in the Central Florida running community by signing up to be a Track Shack Volunteer! Track Shack Events staff provides race day instruction on these volunteer duties.

Volunteers must be 13 years of age or older.

Sign Up!
Email volunteer@trackshack.com 

B-Tag
The B-Tag by ChronoTrack is the timing device used to score participants. The B-Tag is attached to the back of your runner bib. 

In order to receive an accurate time, please confirm your bib is:

Clearly visible on the FRONT of the torso.
Unaltered or modified. Do not fold or wrinkle or you risk breaking the timing chip.
Pinned in all four corners so the timing chip stays flat.
Not covered with jackets, water bottles, etc so as not to block the reading of the timing chip.

Race Results
Same day results available at www.TrackShack.com

Our Sister City exchange program with Urayasu began in 1989 to promote cultural understanding and stimulate economic development. The program aims to help residents and businesses exchange ideas related to education, science, culture, commerce and tourism. In 1996, the Orlando Runners Club entered into a Sister Club Affiliation Agreement with the Urayasu Runner’s Club to strengthen the ties of friendship, and to contribute to deeper understanding and broader friendship between the American and Japanese people.

AdventHealth employees receive a $5 discount while supplies last. Coupon code is required for online registration. Code distributed by AdventHealth Contact: Lisa.Taylor1@AdventHealth.com

Beginning with the 2026 OUC Orlando Half Marathon, Track Shack will offer an Intellectual Impairments division for eligible athletes. Athletes with an Intellectual Impairment have limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, affecting the conceptual, social, and practical adaptive skills required for everyday life. Awards will be given to the top male and female athlete (age 14+) competing in the Intellectual Impairments division. 

Track Shack sees the sport of running as a lifestyle for everybody. Our store, events, and training programs are welcoming spaces where runners, walkers, and wheelchair athletes of all ages and abilities can feel free to reach their fitness goals and feel accomplished and seen. 

Wheelchair Athletes
Wheelchair athletes are welcome at Track Shack events. Participants may use either a push-rim or handcycle wheelchair and must wear a helmet. Push-rim athletes are eligible for awards, which are presented to the top overall male, female, and nonbinary/genderqueer finishers. Handcycle athletes will be placed in an exhibition category, are not eligible for awards, and must remain behind the lead cyclist for safety.
For more information on wheelchair participation, please email info@trackshack.com.

Athletes With Disabilities (AWD)
Track Shack strives to accommodate Athletes With Disabilities whenever possible. If you are an AWD and interested in participating in a Track Shack event, please email info@trackshack.com to discuss what accommodations may be available based on your individual needs. While accommodations are not guaranteed, our team will review each request on an individualized, event-by-event basis.

Nonbinary/Genderqueer Athletes
Track Shack offers a nonbinary/genderqueer gender category at our timed events. Awards are presented to the top nonbinary/genderqueer athlete.

Athletes may select the nonbinary/genderqueer category during race registration. To update an existing registration profile, please contact info@trackshack.com to change a registration profile.  

Entry Fees
All entry fees and registrations are non-refundable. 

Bib Swap
Do not swap your bib. Bib swaps are strictly prohibited. Individuals who are found swapping bibs will be removed from the results and/or will have their registration voided.

Transferring Your Registration to a New Participant
We allow transfers to new participants for a $15 transfer fee (plus processing fees).

How to Transfer:

1. Log in to your participant account (or create one if you don’t have one).
2. Click “YOUR REGISTRATIONS.”
3. Select “VIEW REGISTRATION” for the event you want to transfer.
4. At the bottom right-hand side, click “REGISTRATION OPTIONS.”
5. Choose “TRANSFER.”
6. Enter the name and email address of the person receiving your registration.
7. Choose whether you want to pay the fee or pass the fee to the new participant.

Important: The transfer is not complete until the new participant accepts the registration.
Deadline: Transfers must be completed before bib pickup begins.

Deferring Your Entry to the Following Year
Deferrals are available for a $30 deferral fee (plus processing fees).

How to Defer:

1. Log in to your participant account (or create one if needed).
2. Click “YOUR REGISTRATIONS.”
3. Select “VIEW REGISTRATION” for the event you want to defer.
4. At the bottom right-hand side, click “REGISTRATION OPTIONS.”
5. Choose “DEFER FOR FUTURE” and then confirm by clicking “DEFER.”

Deadline: Deferrals must be completed before bib pickup begins.

Races are held rain or shine. Track Shack Events (TSE) may delay, shorten, cancel, alter any event or course or delay the start time due to weather or for any other reasons within or not within the control of TSE. 

In the event of extreme weather conditions, TSE, as advised by the Police and Fire/EMS Departments, reserves the right to cancel the race or convert it to an untimed “fun run” without advance notice. Should this be necessary, participants will receive event amenities. As event decisions are made, communication will be issued through the any of following methods: text, email, website and/or social media. 

All entry fees are non-refundable, and may not be deferred toward a future event. 

Event Alert System
A color-coded Event Alert System (EAS) will communicate the status of course conditions to participants leading up to and on race day. The levels range from Low (green) to Moderate (yellow) to High (red) to Extreme (black) based primarily on the weather, as well as other conditions.

All participants should familiarize themselves with the Event Alert System prior to the race, remain alert for directions from race officials and announcers and take precautions to prepare properly for varying weather conditions on race day.

Event Alert System table:

Course Cut Off Times
We are committed to providing access for runners, walkers and wheelchair athletes in our events. However, we must institute course time limits to adhere to municipal requirements.  Participants must be able to maintain a 15 minute per mile pace. Participants who are unable to maintain that pace will be directed on to the sidewalk by race officials. Those who finish outside of the time limit may not be recorded as official finishers and may not receive full on-course support from Aid Stations and traffic personnel. 

Stroller Policy
Safety for all participants is our first priority and we are happy to permit strollers for a fun family outing. With thousands of runners and walkers sharing the road, this event is not a place for speed with a stroller. The policy below will help keep our youngest and oldest participants safe and having fun.

• Stroller/jogger operators start behind designated stroller signage.
• Stroller/jogger operators may walk/jog no faster than 12 minute per mile, a safe operating speed. If your speed goes faster than 12 minutes per mile pace, you may be disqualified.
• Stroller/jogger operators must yield the right of way to runners. Stroller/Joggers can tip easily and cannot turn quickly. Please do not weave through packs of runners. 

Strollers are strictly prohibited at the following races:

• OUC Orlando Half Marathon
• AdventHealth Corporate 5K
• U Can Finish 5 Mile
• Winter Park Road Race 10K

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