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Mississippi Coast Marathon
Biloxi, United States
December 12, 2026 to December 13, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+2
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Running races in Mississippi
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 39 races in Mississippi with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions39Races & courses
Distances5 - 163.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,572 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Mississippi Blues Marathon
Jackson, United States
February 20, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km10 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesRelay+1
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Hattiesburg Half Marathon
Hattiesburg, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunFestive
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Tupelo Marathon & 14.2 Miler
Tupelo, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km22.85 km
City RunForest+1
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Kilkenny Ridge Race
Starkville, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
80.47 km40.23 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026 | Mississippi Coast Marathon | Biloxi, Mississippi, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2027 | Mississippi Blues Marathon | Jackson, Mississippi, US | Road Running | 42 km21 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Hattiesburg Half Marathon | Hattiesburg, Mississippi, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Tupelo Marathon & 14.2 Miler | Tupelo, Mississippi, US | Road Running | 42.2 km22.85 km |
| Date to be announced | Kilkenny Ridge Race | Starkville, Mississippi, US | Trail Running | 80.47 km40.23 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Tour of Tucson | Tucson, Arizona, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Mississippi (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 39 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Biloxi, Jackson, Hattiesburg, and Tupelo. Notable events in the selection include Mississippi Coast Marathon, Mississippi Blues Marathon, and Hattiesburg Half Marathon.
Race distances span from 5 km to 163.7 km, reaching up to +4,572 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Mississippi includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Mississippi?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 39 individual races in Mississippi. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Mississippi Coast Marathon, Mississippi Blues Marathon, and Hattiesburg Half Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Mississippi?
Events in Mississippi focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 163.7 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Biloxi, Jackson, Hattiesburg, and Tupelo.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Mississippi?
The most selective courses in Mississippi climb up to +4,572 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Mississippi?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.