Hattiesburg Half Marathon, 10k, and 5K

🏃‍♂️ THE RACE:

The 14th annual Hattiesburg Half Marathon • 10k • 5k is set for Saturday, April 11, 2026. The race provides fundraising opportunities for participating Pine Belt nonprofits, while also attracting runners to the Hub City from numerous states.

• Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
• Event: Hattiesburg Half Marathon • 10k • 5k
• Registration: Online registration opens Monday, October 13th, for all three race routes
• Location: 201 Forrest Street, Hattiesburg, MS

For more details, visit the official race page: Hattiesburg Half Marathon.

🏙️ THE COURSE:

The Hattiesburg Half Marathon • 10k • 5k course highlights iconic local landmarks and engages Hattiesburg businesses. The 2026 course will once again wind through downtown, head toward the Avenues, and loop around the Hattiesburg Zoo.

• Route: Tour through downtown Hattiesburg
• Landmarks: Includes the Hattiesburg Zoo and The University of Southern Mississippi’s campus
• Finish Line: Blaze down the Longleaf Trace
• Mile Sponsorship: Each local nonprofit will "own" a mile decorated to cheer on runners

🤝 CHARITY RUNNER:

A charity runner is a registered race participant who chooses to fundraise on behalf of one of the non-profits participating in the Hattiesburg Half Marathon · 10K · 5K. Charity runners form an alliance with the 501(c)3 of their choosing and provide financial and social engagement support.

• Support: Commitment to fundraising efforts and the charity’s mission
• Engagement: Share your goal with social media followers
• Fun Ideas: Challenge followers to donate, run in a costume, etc.
• Prize: A potential prize for the charity runner who raises the most

Please note our refund policy: There are no refunds. However, race insurance through an outside vendor is offered during the registration process.