Hernando Water Tower Half Marathon
A north Mississippi town square race that spent most of its life as a 10K and now sends a half marathon field out into rural DeSoto County roads.
Every link above goes to the race, its timing provider, or an official registration partner. Last checked July 28, 2026.
Quick facts
- Start and finish on the Hernando Town Square, sharing the morning with a larger 10K.
- Rural roads outside town make up the middle of the route.
- Half marathon runners must reach 10 miles by 11 a.m. before the noon course close.
- Entry proceeds fund a local children's book program.
2026 Hernando Water Tower Half Marathon registration
Registration for the 2026 Hernando Water Tower Half Marathon runs through the official registration page at runsignup.com.
About the Hernando Water Tower Half Marathon
Hernando bills itself as Mississippi's Front Porch, and the Town Square race has been part of the local October calendar for well over a decade. The 10K is the older and larger event. The half marathon is the newer addition, aimed at Memphis-area runners who want a fall road race without driving far.
Course
Start and finish sit on the historic Town Square. The route threads tree-lined neighborhoods, passes the 1925 water tower the race is named for, then opens onto quieter rural roads outside town before turning back toward the square. Half marathon runners need to reach the 10 mile mark by 11 a.m., and the course closes at noon.
Race-day weather
Early October in north Mississippi usually means a start in the 50s or low 60s with humidity that has not fully broken for the season. On the exposed rural stretches the sun matters more than the air temperature by the closing miles.
Past Hernando Water Tower Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 10, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Hernando Water Tower Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Hernando Water Tower Half Marathon?
The 2026 Hernando Water Tower Half Marathon is on Saturday, October 10, 2026.
How do I register for the Hernando Water Tower Half Marathon?
Register for the Hernando Water Tower Half Marathon through the official registration link: marathonscout.com/go/hernando-water-tower-half-marathon/register. It opens the race registration page at runsignup.com.
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