Which Mississippi cities have the most Half Marathon races?
Biloxi (2), Hernando (1), Corinth (1), Stennis Space Center (1) lead the state for Half Marathon races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
Mississippi · Half Marathon
Half Marathon Races in Mississippi
Every upcoming Half Marathon in Mississippi, all 7 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
7 upcoming Half Marathon races · 4 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Mississippi races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Half Marathon Races by City
Soonest Half Marathon Races in Mississippi
7 total Sat, Oct 10, 2026Hernando Water Tower 10K and Half Marathon Hernando, MSFrom $25Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Chick Fil A Corinth Half Marathon Corinth, MSFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Stennis Space Center Marathon Stennis Space Center, MSFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon Biloxi, MSFrom $20Details Sun, Dec 13, 2026Running for Children's Rights to Both Parents - 12 of 50 Half Marathons in 50 States - Mississippi Biloxi, MSFrom $500Register Sat, Feb 20, 2027Mississippi Blues Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K Jackson, MSFrom $45Details Sat, Apr 10, 2027Hattiesburg Half Marathon, 10k, and 5K Hattiesburg, MSFrom $35Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a Half Marathon in Mississippi
When are most Half Marathon races held in Mississippi?
November is the busiest month for Half Marathon races in Mississippi, with 2 of the 7, followed by December with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do Mississippi Half Marathon races cost?
Entry fees for Half Marathon races here run from $20 to about $500, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a Half Marathon in Mississippi?
5 of the 7 Half Marathon races in Mississippi already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Mississippi Half Marathon races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 4 Half Marathon races in Mississippi with published results, the typical median finish is around 2:18:56, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Are there trail Half Marathon races in Mississippi?
Yes, one race around Mississippi gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.