This event spans two days with a mix of distances: the full Marathon and Half Marathon both run on Sunday, while Saturday features a 5K, Kids 1 Mile, and fun “Beer Mile / Relay” events. The main race course is a fast, flat, point-to-point route along the Gulf Coast from Pass Christian toward Biloxi, offering scenic beach views and minimal elevation change. The races are USATF certified and Boston-qualifier eligible with a 6-hour cut-off for the longer events. The weekend includes a finish festival at Keesler Federal Park with live music, food, and local flair.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
5 km
Race Date:
14 December, 2025
Organized by the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon team, the full Marathon is held on Sunday, December 14, 2025, starting at 7:00 AM from Henderson Point in Pass Christian, Mississippi. The course follows a flat, Boston-qualifier certified route along the Mississippi Gulf Coast from Pass Christian to Biloxi, offering coastal views and a finish in Biloxi.
Race Date:
14 December, 2025
Also run on December 14, 2025 at 7:00 AM, the Half Marathon begins near Jones Park, Gulfport, MS and runs a certified course along the coastline before finishing in Biloxi. It shares the same Finish Festival and support infrastructure as the full Marathon.
Race Date:
13 December, 2025
Held on Saturday, December 13, 2025, the 5K (called the Hippie Fish 5K / Margaritaville 5K) is a coastal fun run and is part of the Marathon weekend warm-up events. Participants who run the 5K Saturday and then either the Half or Full Sunday can earn a “Double Down” challenge medal.
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FAQs
What is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
How long is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
Where does the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
Organized by the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon team, the full Marathon is held on Sunday, December 14, 2025, starting at 7:00 AM from Henderson Point in Pass Christian, Mississippi. The course follows a flat, Boston-qualifier certified route along the Mississippi Gulf Coast from Pass Christian to Biloxi, offering coastal views and a finish in Biloxi.
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon is 42km long.
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon takes place in Biloxi, MS, USA.
Runna classifies the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
Organized by the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon team, the full Marathon is held on Sunday, December 14, 2025, starting at 7:00 AM from Henderson Point in Pass Christian, Mississippi. The course follows a flat, Boston-qualifier certified route along the Mississippi Gulf Coast from Pass Christian to Biloxi, offering coastal views and a finish in Biloxi.
How long is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon take place?
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon takes place in Biloxi, MS, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
Runna classifies the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon?
How long is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon?
Where does the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon?
Also run on December 14, 2025 at 7:00 AM, the Half Marathon begins near Jones Park, Gulfport, MS and runs a certified course along the coastline before finishing in Biloxi. It shares the same Finish Festival and support infrastructure as the full Marathon.
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon takes place in Biloxi, MS, USA.
Runna classifies the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon?
Also run on December 14, 2025 at 7:00 AM, the Half Marathon begins near Jones Park, Gulfport, MS and runs a certified course along the coastline before finishing in Biloxi. It shares the same Finish Festival and support infrastructure as the full Marathon.
How long is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon?
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon take place?
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon takes place in Biloxi, MS, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K?
How long is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K?
Where does the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K?
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K?
Held on Saturday, December 13, 2025, the 5K (called the Hippie Fish 5K / Margaritaville 5K) is a coastal fun run and is part of the Marathon weekend warm-up events. Participants who run the 5K Saturday and then either the Half or Full Sunday can earn a “Double Down” challenge medal.
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K is 5km long.
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K takes place in Biloxi, MS, USA.
Runna classifies the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K?
Held on Saturday, December 13, 2025, the 5K (called the Hippie Fish 5K / Margaritaville 5K) is a coastal fun run and is part of the Marathon weekend warm-up events. Participants who run the 5K Saturday and then either the Half or Full Sunday can earn a “Double Down” challenge medal.
How long is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K?
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K take place?
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K takes place in Biloxi, MS, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K?
Runna classifies the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hippie Fish 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Nature
Coastal
Kid friendly
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