Join runners from across the Mid-South for the 17th Annual Hernando Water Tower 10K & Half Marathon, a scenic race through the charming streets of Mississippi’s Front Porch. Starting and finishing on the historic Hernando Town Square, the course winds through beautiful tree-lined neighborhoods and past one of the city’s most iconic landmarks—the Hernando Water Tower, a Mississippi Landmark built in 1925. Thank you to our 2026 Presenting Sponsors Hollywood Casino & 1st Jackpot and Visit Mississippi! 🏃♂️ Hernando Water Tower 10K & Half Marathon
📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
📍 Historic Hernando Town Square – Hernando, Mississippi
Whether you're chasing a PR, running your first race, or just looking for a fun fall event, this race offers an unforgettable experience for runners of all levels.
✨ Race Options
• Half Marathon
• 10K
• Spirit Runner all the fun without the run. Enjoy race swag and after party access!
❤️ Run for a Cause
Proceeds from the race support Hernando Excel By 5 – Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, providing free books each month to local children from birth to age five to encourage early literacy. Can't join the race but want to support, consider donating!
🎉 Race Day Highlights
• Scenic and hilly fall course through historic Hernando
• Large finisher medal for all finishers
• Unique handcrafted pottery awards for top finishers
• Post-race after party on the Hernando Town Square with live music, tons of door prizes and free food and beer!
• A welcoming community race atmosphere
👉 Register here:
https://runsignup.com/Race/Register?raceId=108239&rsus=500-400-e5d7ffea-33a7-4600-8890-010df5e29c86
🤝 Interested in partnering with the race?
Reach out to Gia Matheny at [email protected] for sponsorship and partnership opportunities.
Bring your friends, family, and running buddies and experience one of the Mid-South’s favorite fall races! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Event Venue
475 W Commerce St, Hernando, MS, United States, Mississippi 38632
Tickets
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.
