Mid-South Races for Hope (Mid-South Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K)
- Date Sat 1st November 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Wynne, Arkansas
- Price $32.80 - $85.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the Mid-South Races for Hope, happening on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in Wynne, Cross County! This year marks the 26th edition of this beloved event, which features a marathon, half-marathon, and 5K, making it the perfect opportunity for runners of all levels to come together and celebrate the joy of running amidst the stunning fall colors of Crowley's Ridge.
Participants will enjoy a scenic out-and-back course that winds through the historic district and picturesque fields, providing a refreshing escape from the everyday hustle and bustle. The event is not only a certified race but also serves as a Boston Marathon qualifying race, ensuring a top-notch experience for all runners. With aid stations stocked with Gatorade, fruit, and friendly faces, you’ll be well-supported throughout your journey. And after crossing the finish line, indulge in a delicious championship BBQ plate supper, celebrating your achievement with fellow finishers and their families. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, southern hospitality, and the thrill of running in the heart of rural America!
Participants will enjoy a scenic out-and-back course that winds through the historic district and picturesque fields, providing a refreshing escape from the everyday hustle and bustle. The event is not only a certified race but also serves as a Boston Marathon qualifying race, ensuring a top-notch experience for all runners. With aid stations stocked with Gatorade, fruit, and friendly faces, you’ll be well-supported throughout your journey. And after crossing the finish line, indulge in a delicious championship BBQ plate supper, celebrating your achievement with fellow finishers and their families. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, southern hospitality, and the thrill of running in the heart of rural America!
Organiser's Description
Mid-South Races for Hope, formerly known as the Mid-South Marathon is back for year 26 and we want you to join us!
The people of Cross County have always offered runners and walkers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of corporate America. Rediscover what you love about running, enjoy a slice of rural American country running and take in the vibrant fall colors of Crowley's Ridge. While we are still recovering from the March 31, 2023 tornado, our community is building back and moving ahead.
Our races are out and back races that wind through part of the historic district and continue out along the ridge through fields ripe for harvest. The start and finish lines will be at Wynne Baptist Church. Our race is certified and is a Boston Marathon qualifying race. We will have aid stations approximately every mile, and port-o-potties are also located near each station! Each aid station will be supplied with Vaseline, Gatorade, fruit, snacks, and smiles. At the finish line we will serve the traditional championship BBQ plate supper for all finishers and their families. Come run in the country and let us show you some small-town southern hospitality.
In lieu of a pasta dinner, we will work with locally owned restaurants to create pasta specials for the marathon weekend. More information to come.
The people of Cross County have always offered runners and walkers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of corporate America. Rediscover what you love about running, enjoy a slice of rural American country running and take in the vibrant fall colors of Crowley's Ridge. While we are still recovering from the March 31, 2023 tornado, our community is building back and moving ahead.
Our races are out and back races that wind through part of the historic district and continue out along the ridge through fields ripe for harvest. The start and finish lines will be at Wynne Baptist Church. Our race is certified and is a Boston Marathon qualifying race. We will have aid stations approximately every mile, and port-o-potties are also located near each station! Each aid station will be supplied with Vaseline, Gatorade, fruit, snacks, and smiles. At the finish line we will serve the traditional championship BBQ plate supper for all finishers and their families. Come run in the country and let us show you some small-town southern hospitality.
In lieu of a pasta dinner, we will work with locally owned restaurants to create pasta specials for the marathon weekend. More information to come.
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