Hattiesburg Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Hattiesburg, MS
- Half Marathon, 10K, 5K
- Road (Paved)
- Official race website
The annual Hattiesburg Half Marathon provides fundraising opportunities for participating Pine Belt nonprofits while attracting runners from numerous states to the Hub City. With race participation capped at 1,500 participants, nearly half of the runners in this sold-out event traveled from outside a 50-mile radius. The Hattiesburg Half Marathon course … MORE
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Enjoyed being a Sweeper for the Half!
It was a great race! Beautiful scenery, excellent support throughout the path, and getting to see the puppies towards the end! Will definitely be back! MORE
It was a great race! Beautiful scenery, excellent support throughout the path, and getting to see the puppies towards the end! Will definitely be back!
Great half marathon!
Great race with one of the best after parties I have been to. Nice course with plenty of course support. I would highly recommend this race. MORE
Great race with one of the best after parties I have been to. Nice course with plenty of course support. I would highly recommend this race.
Great run through the city!
This race was a well organized run from start to finish. The organizers did a great job to make the whole experience run smoothly. From packet pickup to the finishers … MORE
This race was a well organized run from start to finish. The organizers did a great job to make the whole experience run smoothly. From packet pickup to the finishers celebration area, it’s a challenging run with a few hills but mostly flat running surfaces! It’s definitely a run I will be participating in for years to come. My first 10K!!!
First time pacing - First time at the ra
From the expo, to race morning, to the post race celebration the Hattiesburg Half marathon was well organized, hassle free and filled with helpful people and smiling faces. The course … MORE
From the expo, to race morning, to the post race celebration the Hattiesburg Half marathon was well organized, hassle free and filled with helpful people and smiling faces. The course was mostly shaded, fair and interesting and lined along the way with lots of people supporting us, bands, a DJ and plenty of yelling happy people. The post race food was so good (chicken and waffles!). I ran as a pacer and didn’t really know what to expect – I’ll definitely be back next year.
Great Race
The Hattiesburg Half Marathon is a standout event that perfectly captures the spirit of the "Hub City." Whether you’re looking for a personal best or just a high-energy community experience, … MORE
The Hattiesburg Half Marathon is a standout event that perfectly captures the spirit of the “Hub City.” Whether you’re looking for a personal best or just a high-energy community experience, this race delivers on all fronts.
A massive shout-out goes to the Race Director and the entire organizing committee. From registration to the finish line, the event ran like clockwork. Managing a field of 1,700 runners from across 31 different states is no small feat, yet the logistics felt seamless. The course itself provided a great tour of the city, well-supported by enthusiastic volunteers and clear markings.
Great energy
Start and finish line have great energy with lots of cheering people, course is well marked and aid stations are spread out perfectly. The town did a great job closing … MORE
Start and finish line have great energy with lots of cheering people, course is well marked and aid stations are spread out perfectly. The town did a great job closing roads because the race feels like a mini tour of Hattiesburg.
Hattiesburg- it’s what you see!
This race takes you thru most of the old town of Hattiesburg with some new changes going over one of the pretty bridges that gets you past the railroad tracks. … MORE
This race takes you thru most of the old town of Hattiesburg with some new changes going over one of the pretty bridges that gets you past the railroad tracks. No getting stopped by trains now! Then it takes you thru the Avenues to the Zoo. Watch for the Giraffe’s! Then on to the campus of USM where the Golden Eagles sore. Next hit the trace for the down hill back to downtown where the after party takes place in the new Commons. Great race and always a great time.
LOVED IT
This was my pick for Mississippi and I could not have chosen better! The race communication was good. The expo was a very easy process with the essentials and some … MORE
This was my pick for Mississippi and I could not have chosen better! The race communication was good. The expo was a very easy process with the essentials and some of the friendliest people!
Race morning had ample free parking for everyone and indoor bathroom locations. The race starts downtown near a beautiful theater.
And then the course. The town SHOWED up! So many volunteers and spectators cheering you on everywhere! The police did not rush you through intersections, instead they happily closed the road and cheered you on! There were some firefighters doing the half marathon in their gear which was super inspiring also. I got to the end and I felt like I won the race with all of the cheering (and honestly I didn’t even come close!). The medals are gorgeous and there was a lovely little finish festival at the end. This was once of my favorite races ever!
Lots of Changes
I ran as the 10:30/mile pacer for the half marathon. There were lots of changes this year and mostly for the better. The race expo/packet pick up was a breeze. … MORE
I ran as the 10:30/mile pacer for the half marathon. There were lots of changes this year and mostly for the better. The race expo/packet pick up was a breeze. The course utilized a new bridge (twice) which was somewhat of a challenge. There were several other small hills as well. There was a lot more of the course on the campus of USM which was nice. The water stations were well staffed and there was plenty of volunteers throughout the course to help navigate. The post race festival was in a new park and was much improved, which several great food options and live music. I would say that this race was very much improved this year.
We love running this race
My husband and I run this race yearly and it is an energetic and fun event each year. We look forward to this race yearly. Aid stations are great. Tons … MORE
My husband and I run this race yearly and it is an energetic and fun event each year. We look forward to this race yearly. Aid stations are great. Tons of people cheering volunteers are into it and it is just aMy husband and I run this race, yearly and it is a energetic and fun event each year. We look forward to this race yearly. Aid stations are great tons of people cheering volunteers are into it and it is just a delight to run.
Great Hometown Race
Not the easiest course as there are a few hills, but not horrible. The scenery is nice in spots: The downtown start/finish area, the zoo, and running through USM's campus. … MORE
Not the easiest course as there are a few hills, but not horrible. The scenery is nice in spots: The downtown start/finish area, the zoo, and running through USM’s campus. Other than that it is mostly neighborhoods. There were a few cheer sections that I enjoyed, but there could be more. The water stations were pretty frequent with the exception of the last 4 mile stretch. I did like that they offered gels at several of them. The finish festival was great as they offered several food and drink options. Nice medal and comfy shirt.
Bruh. That was rough.
Difficulty - this race course had some serious hills and lots of them. And now that I think about it - not enough corresponding downhills 😅 it was also an … MORE
Difficulty – this race course had some serious hills and lots of them. And now that I think about it – not enough corresponding downhills 😅 it was also an incredibly windy day and it seemed no matter the direction we turned, it was blowing against us. This is NOT a fast/flat course. Don’t believe it if you read it (like I did).
Scenery – not awful but not exciting. Ran through some neighborhoods and through USM campus and an asphalt running trail. Downtown was pretty but only there for a short moment.
Production – there seemed to be several miles that weren’t marked. Maybe I missed them, but that’s unlikely considering I was looking for them. Lol! There also seemed to be long section with no water station. It seems like from maybe 7 to 11? I don’t know for sure but I do know we were desperate for a water stop and the lady beside me agreed it had been a long time since we had one. Then when we arrived there were no cups left. Thankfully I had a bottle to refill but others were just having to put their face under the spout.
Swag – nice medal, soft shirt.
My performance – because it was my first half, my main goal was to finish – my hope was to finish around 2:45. I think I definitely could have without the hills/wind. I knew there were hills but didn’t realize it was that bad. Some other reviews called it fast/flat or mostly flat. I would have definitely picked a different course for my first. But I don’t regret it 🙂
A Scenic City, Beautiful Course
This race was certainly well organized from check-in through the race, through the end. The swag at check-in was interesting, unique and generous. The race started downtown, with professional production, … MORE
This race was certainly well organized from check-in through the race, through the end. The swag at check-in was interesting, unique and generous.
The race started downtown, with professional production, good build-up, corral and launch into a scenic city course.
This race weekend was a sweet first time in Hattiesburg, leaving a yearning to go back again and run this one in the future.
This is a well put together race
My husband and I thoroughly enjoy this race. It was our first ever race we ever participated in aid stations are great! Music and fun is fantastic both before and … MORE
My husband and I thoroughly enjoy this race. It was our first ever race we ever participated in aid stations are great! Music and fun is fantastic both before and after the race. My husband and I will continue to do this race every year.
First 10K Experience
This is a hometown race for me. I have ran the 5K several times, but this was my first 10K. The start line is in a downtown setting and can … MORE
This is a hometown race for me. I have ran the 5K several times, but this was my first 10K. The start line is in a downtown setting and can be quite crowded for the first mile. I like that there were several pre-race snacks to choose from. Packet pick-up is available on race day. The course is mostly flat and take you through neighborhoods and the zoo. There are several places where you intersect the half marathon course, so pay close attention to the blue arrows. The bathroom and water stations were great and well staffed. The finish line was well attended and the medals are always superior. The finish fest has a few really good food (pizza and chicken) options as well as drink options from a few local breweries that are included with your entry fee. Overall, this is a great small town race.
Great Race, Beautiful Town!
Loved this race! Great after party! Only complaint I have is they ran out of Gu on the course. Volunteers were all very friendly and it was a fun after … MORE
Loved this race! Great after party! Only complaint I have is they ran out of Gu on the course. Volunteers were all very friendly and it was a fun after party with great food and drinks! Definitely recommend!
Great Small to Medium Sized Event!
I lived in MS for 10 years and did many races in this state and the surrounding areas and this one is a hidden gem! It is definitely one of … MORE
I lived in MS for 10 years and did many races in this state and the surrounding areas and this one is a hidden gem! It is definitely one of my favorites, due to the strong community support. Hattiesburg is a little over an hour from the MS Gulf Coast and ~1.5 hours from New Orleans, so you could definitely make a destination race out of it.
Fun and well done!
This race is very well done and a lot of fun. The course goes through a residential area then a college campus and finishes on a greenway. It had a … MORE
This race is very well done and a lot of fun. The course goes through a residential area then a college campus and finishes on a greenway. It had a nice expo and nice swag.
I enjoyed this race!
This race was nice, I didn't make it to the expo, however the beginning of the race was organized and it wasn't too crowded. The scenery was good and the … MORE
This race was nice, I didn’t make it to the expo, however the beginning of the race was organized and it wasn’t too crowded. The scenery was good and the after party was ok. overall I enjoyed this race!
Not accurate
This course is primarily flat. Only a few mile marks. The course is inaccurately measured (probably with a car or GPS). No body knows. The course has a lot of … MORE
This course is primarily flat. Only a few mile marks. The course is inaccurately measured (probably with a car or GPS). No body knows. The course has a lot of turns. I would not travel and spend money to run a race that is not accurately measured. If you run a personal best it won’t mean anything.