Hernando Water Tower 10K and Half Marathon
About this race
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, runners from across the Mid-South are invited to “Mississippi’s Front Porch” for the 17th Annual Hernando Water Tower 10K & Half Marathon. Starting and finishing on the historic Hernando Town Square, both races wind through scenic, tree-lined neighborhoods and past the iconic 1925 Hernando Water Tower.
The Half Marathon begins at 8:00 a.m., followed by the 10K at 8:05 a.m. After crossing the finish line, all registered runners and Spirit Runners are invited to enjoy the Race After Party featuring free food, drinks, beer, live music, awards, and door prizes.
For safety, the course will close at 12:00 p.m., and all Half Marathon participants must reach the 10-mile marker by 11:00 a.m. Runners who remain on the course after these times must follow all traffic laws and proceed at their own risk.
Proceeds benefit Hernando Excel By 5’s Dolly Parton Imagination Library, providing free books each month to local children from birth to age five.
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Join fellow runners on October 10, 2026 for the Hernando Water Tower 10K and Half Marathon. It's a fantastic Half-Marathon, 10K featuring a flat and fast course in Hernando.
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Half Marathon 21+
Please be aware the finish line will close promptly at noon on race day. You must be able to maintain an 18 minute per mile average pace finish to finish before noon.
Half Marathon (Under 21)
Please be aware the finish line will close promptly at noon on race day. You must be able to maintain an 18 minute per mile average pace finish to finish before noon.
10K (21+)
10K (under 21)
Spirit Runner (Shirt + Goody Bag + After Party access)
High School XC
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Weather Overview
These values represent the 7-year monthly averages for October in Hernando.
About Hernando
Hernando Water Tower 10K and Half Marathon takes place in Hernando, Mississippi, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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