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   

THE COURSE:

start and finish line- 201 Forrest Street in front of the Saenger Theatre  

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. A portion of the route also tours The University of Southern Mississippi’s campus before runners blaze down the Longleaf Trace to the finish line.  

Each local nonprofit benefiting from the race in 2026 will also “own” a mile by decorating it and cheering on runners as they pass through. 

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. By choosing to become a charity runner, participants are committing their time, fundraising efforts and personal allegiance to the charity’s mission. 

The most important part of this opportunity is your support. Share your goal with your social media followers, the mission of your selected nonprofit, and/or a personal testimony. Challenge your followers to donate. Make it fun! Are you willing to run in a costume? Jump in a pool of jello? What will inspire your followers to support you? There may be a 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.

 

Finisher’s Fest- The Commons at Gordan’s Creek 115 Hardy Street (3 minute walk from the finish line). 

 

1. What is a charity runner? 
   A charity runner is a registered race participant who chooses to fundraise on behalf of one of the 7 non-profits participating in the Hattiesburg Half Marathon. As a charity runner, you have the ability to form an alliance with the 501(c)3 of your choosing and provide financial and social engagement support.
   
   
2. Are there extra fees? 
   There are no extra fees during registration if you choose to be a charity runner. So, why not sign-up?
   
   
3. What do I have to do? 
   The most important part of this opportunity is your support. By choosing to become a charity runner, you are committing your time, fundraising efforts and personal allegiance to the charity’s mission. When you cross the finish line, know that your support of the race will provide significant support to organizations that transform lives in the Pine Belt. 
    
   You select your fundraising goal. No goal is too big or too small. Sharing your story with social media followers and others will help you reach your goals and, ultimately, help your selected charity meet their financial goals to fulfill their mission. 
   
   
4. I’m in! What’s next?
   Registering is easy! Choose a non-profit that is meaningful to you, register using the Charity Runner category for your race of choice, then set your personal fundraising goal! 
   
   
5. I’m registered. What can I do to meet my goal? 
   Once you have completed your charity runner registration, share your goal, the non-profit’s mission or a personal testimony about why you are supporting your non-profit on social media!
    
   You can also share social media posts from your selected charity to inform others. 
    
   Challenge your followers to donate – every dollar counts and builds toward meeting your fundraising goals. 

All hotels offer a discounted rate for the following nights:
Start Date: Thursday, April 09, 2026
End Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026

TownPlace Suites - 235 Thornhill Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

Cancellation Policy: 48 hours
Cut off Date: March 26, 2026
$103+Tax
Booking Here  

Holiday Inn Hattiesburg North - 6553 US 49, Hattiesburg, MS 39401

Cancellation Policy: 24 hours
Cut off Date: March 26, 2026
$139+Tax
Booking Here 

Avid - 200 N 40th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401

Cancellation Policy: 48 hours
Cut off Date: March 20, 2026
$109+Tax
Call to book: 601-475-2294
Block Code: HHM

  

Race Weekend

Scroll through all of the info you need, including expo, race day details, parking + traffic, and perks associated with being a runner! 

Packet pick-up
 
April 10th, 3pm - 7pm

📍Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center

    220 W Front Street

    Hattiesburg, MS 39401

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​​​ You may have someone pick up your race packet for you. 
 
Plan to register and pick up your packet before race day. Please do not call the location of the packet pick-up. If you have questions, please email 
hburghalfmarathon@gmail.com. 
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Alternative race packet pick-up will be at a designated tent near the start/finish line from 5:30-6:30am on race day. (No late pickups.)

 

Race details
 
April 11, begins at 7am 
201 Forrest St (Intersection of Forrest & W Front St). The race will start downtown in front of the Historic Saenger Theater.
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Course Time Limit:

Half marathoners: 4 hr limit
10k & 5k: 2hr limit
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Timing provided by Mississippi Race Timing.

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Suggested Parking: Cadence, Trinity Episcopal Church, Mississippi Power, Sacred Heart High School, Main Street Church, Pine Street Parking Garage & Trustmark Park.

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Award Info: Awards will be given at the Finisher's Fest to overall male & female for the half marathon, the top 3 male/female finishers in each age group for the half marathon, top 3 male/female finishers in each age group 10k & 5k and overall male and female for 5k walk. 

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5K Age Groups: 0-7, 8-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
10K Age Groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Half Marathon Age Groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

5K awards will begin at 9:15 AM, with 10K awards immediately following. Overall male and female Half Marathon winners will be recognized right after.

All remaining Half Marathon awards will be available for pickup at the awards tent once final results are complete.

 

Schedule of events

Friday, April 103 pm - 7 pm: packet pickup 

Saturday, April 11
5:30-6:30 am: packet pickup at start/finish line
6:40 am: runners should be in their designated flight zone 
6:50 am: pre-run ceremonies begin
7:00 am: Half Marathon starts
7:05 am: 10k starts
7:10 am: 5k starts
7:45 am: after party 
9:15 am: awards ceremony begins 

 

Traffic and Parking

Early Downtown Closure Timeline:

6:00AM - HPD muster, as soon as they finish we will start assigning posts for roads to be closed

6:15AM - Front Street and Ronie Street closures begin and West Pine from Main to Pine begin to prevent additional parking

6:30AM - Course closures begin (no access down Front Street starting at West Pine, Main St, West Pine, McLeod and Hardy // these closures will be rolling so once we start the crew will close mile by mile)

We are working in close coordination with the City of Hattiesburg to ensure the safety of runners, volunteers, residents, and motorists throughout race day.

Road closures will be in effect on Saturday, April 11 from approximately 6:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. along the various stretches of the racecourse. These closures will impact several areas, including:

Downtown Hattiesburg Historic District
Katie-John-Dabbs neighborhood
North Main Street neighborhood
The Oaks
Parkhaven
Longleaf Heights
Areas surrounding the Longleaf Trace and The University of Southern Mississippi
While traffic will continue to move throughout the city with the assistance of law enforcement and trained volunteers, delays should be expected in and around the race route.

 

The following streets will be closed for the majority of the event:

Hardy Street (1st Avenue to West Pine Street/West Front Street)
Expected to reopen at 1:00p.m.
Ronie Street (into Front Street)
West Pine Street (north and southbound lanes from Broadway near Hall Avenue to Hardy Street)
Expected to reopen by 10:00 a.m.
Forrest Street (Green Street to West Front Street)
Expected to reopen by 12:00p.m.
Front Street (Hardy Street to Main Street)
Expected to reopen by 12:00p.m.
Access to South 17th Avenue from Hardy Street
Access to South 19th Avenue from Hardy Street
Hardy Street Traffic Adjustment

A lane shift will be in place on Hardy Street between South 17th Avenue and South 19th Avenue. Runners will be utilizing the right eastbound lane while traveling west.
Detour routes will be clearly marked, and certain intersections will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so once runners have passed.

Racecourse Areas of Impact

Extended portions of the race will take place along:

West Pine Street
Hall Avenue
Concart Street
21st Avenue
The Longleaf Trace
Service Road at The University of Southern Mississippi
Pearl Street
Montague Boulevard
Front Street
Residents and businesses in these areas should anticipate intermittent access delays during race hours.

 

Downtown Access

If you are planning to visit downtown businesses, limited access will be restored throughout the morning:

Main Street is expected to reopen by approximately 8:00 a.m.
West Pine Street is expected to reopen by approximately 10:00 a.m.
 

Alternate routes into downtown prior to reopening include:

Highway 42 Bypass (from Highway 49 to Main Street)
Highway 42 → Main Street, Mobile Street, Bay Street
River Avenue → Buschman Street → Mobile Street
Broadway Drive → West Pine Street → Eastside Avenue or J.C. Killingsworth Drive
Hardy Street → use roundabout → cross route at 2nd Avenue
 

Using the Overpass During Race

The Hall Avenue West overpass will remain open throughout the event.
Motorists traveling westbound may detour via Bay Street into downtown.
Southbound traffic may utilize James Street.
Edwards Street will remain accessible for travel toward William Carey University, Highway 49, or back toward Broadway Drive and West Pine Street.
Motorists are strongly encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and use alternate routes when possible.

 

Parking Information

Designated parking areas for race participants and spectators include:

BancorpSouth
Mississippi Power
Sacred Heart High School
Main Street Methodist Church
Pine Street Parking Garage
Trustmark Parking Areas

 

 

 

Charity Walker for 5K: T-Shirt

Hattiesburg 5K Walk: T-Shirt

Charity Runner for 5K: T-Shirt

Hattiesburg 5K: T-Shirt

Charity Runner for 10K: T-Shirt

Hattiesburg 10K: T-Shirt

Hattiesburg Half Marathon: T-Shirt

Charity Runner for Half Marathon: T-Shirt