Rodney Richardson Water Run

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Experience the thrill of the third annual Rodney Richardson Water Run on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Town Square Park. This unique event, designed to beat the August heat, features a 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run course lined with super soakers and a refreshing blast from the Hattiesburg Fire Department as you cross the finish line. The race takes you through the picturesque Historic neighborhood in Downtown Hattiesburg, culminating in a grand finish at Town Square Park.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Event

• Beneficiary: All proceeds from the race benefit Ddembe Ministries, an orphan, widow, and family care ministry in Jinja, Uganda.
• More Info: Visit our website to find out more information about the work going on at Ddembe.
• Charity Runners: Runners will also have the option to run as charity runners for this race.
• Impact: Participating as a charity runner means you’re not just running a race – you’re making a difference.

📅 Registration Details

• Same-Day Registration: Both races will offer same-day registration.
• T-Shirt Policy: Runners who sign up after July 11th are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
• Packet Pickup: Packet pickup will be on Friday, August 15th, at RARE Design, located at 127 Buschman Street, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Race Day Pickup: Packets may also be picked up from 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. on race day at Town Square Park.

🏆 Awards

For the 5k, awards will be given to overall male and female, as well as the top male and female finishers in each age group. The top finisher overall in the 1-Mile will receive an award.

🌐 More Information

For further details, visit the official race page: Rodney Richardson Water Run.