Founded in 1979, Seaside made a splash in the architectural world through it's innovated planning, subsequently hailed by Times Magazine as perhaps "the most astounding design achievement of its era.†In March, you'll have the perfect chance to explore this unique community with Seaside's Half Marathon and 5K Run event. Seaside Half Marathon and 5K Run Pre-Race Party: Fri, March 2 at Caliza Pool in Alys Beach. Time: 7-10pm Race Day: Sunday, March 4 2012. Half-Marathon: 7am, Seaside Post Office. 5K: 7:30am, Seaside Post Office. Event Details: "Whether you are a serious distance runner or a casual weekend warrior, come join us in America's Classic Beach Town on Sunday, March 4, 2012, at 7:00am for the tenth annual Seaside Half Marathon and 5K Run. But sign up now! The 5K Run is limited to the first 750 participants and the Half Marathon is limited to the first 2000 participants." -read more at www.snsrun.com "The Half-Marathon course is fast and mostly flat. Starting & ending in Seaside, racers will run West along scenic Highway 30A, past the beach towns of Watercolor, Grayton, Blue Mountain Beach, and Santa Rosa Beach. The 5K course is fast and flat with one lane closed to vehicular traffic, but please use caution throughout the race course." You can find detailed event information online at www.snsrun.com If you're looking for additional events in Destin and the 30A area, be sure to check out the 30A Wine Festival in Alys Beach.