Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon

  • Date Sat 14th December 2024 - Sun 15th December 2024
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Biloxi, Mississippi
  • Price $27.50 - $213.00
  • Races 9 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 5km, 1 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the eighth annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon, taking place from December 14th to 15th, 2024, in the picturesque coastal city of Biloxi, Harrison. This exciting event offers a unique blend of community spirit and stunning scenery, featuring a beautiful beachside run that stretches from Pass Christian to Biloxi.

The festivities kick off on Saturday with the Chevron Kids Marathon 1 Mile Run and the Margaritaville 5K, both hosted at the Margaritaville Resort - Biloxi. For those looking for a fun twist, the F.E.B. Grand Slam Beer Mile and Beer Mile Relays will take place Saturday afternoon inside MGM Stadium. The highlight of the weekend arrives on Sunday morning, as runners take on the Full and Half Marathons against the breathtaking backdrop of the Gulf. Donโ€™t miss the chance to earn the coveted Double Down challenge medal by participating in the 5K on Saturday as a warm-up for the Sunday races! The excitement culminates at the Finish Festival in MGM Stadium, where participants can enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and the electrifying atmosphere of watching fellow runners cross the finish line on the jumbotron. Join us for a weekend of fitness, fun, and celebration

Organiser's Description

WE COULDNT BE MORE EXCITED TO BE HOSTING THE EIGHTH ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST MARATHON, A COASTAL RUNNING FEST.

Founded in 2016, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon, a Coastal Running Fest, showcases the local culture with a beautiful beachside run from Pass Christian to Biloxi. Kick off the weekend in Biloxi for Packet Pickup and grab some commemorative merchandise to celebrate your accomplishment. Saturday morning is our Chevron Kids Marathon 1 Mile Run and the Margaritaville 5K both held at Margaritaville Resort - Biloxi. Join us inside MGM Stadium Saturday afternoon for the F.E.B. Grand Slam Beer Mile and Beer Mile Relays! Sunday starts as the sun rises over the Gulf for the Full & Half Marathons along the coast. Runners who run the 5K on Saturday as a warm-up to the Sunday races earn the coveted Double Down challenge medal. The weekend culminates with at the finish line inside MGM Stadium with a Finish Festival complete with hot food, cold beer, and watching runners cross the finish line on the jumbotron.

Races

  • Full Marathon

    Incl. $10.30 Fee & Marathon T-Shirt

    Sun 15th December 2024 (7:00AM EST)

    $165.30

    The Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon course features a fast, flat, BQ-friendly path along the coast from Pass Christian to Biloxi. The course is a USATF Certified Boston Qualifier route and offers unobstructed beach views and takes you past some of the coasts most historic and beautiful homes. Runners must complete the course in 6 hours. That is a 13:45/mile pace.
  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $9.70 Fee & Half Marathon T-Shirt

    Sun 15th December 2024 (7:00AM EST)

    $154.70

    Join us on the coast for the fastest growing race distance in the country: the half marathon. While the Mississippi Gulf Coast Half Marathon may only be half the distance, its all the fun you need with 13.1 miles of unobstructed beach views. Runners must complete the course in 6 hours. That is a 27:30/mile pace.
  • Margaritaville 5K

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & Margaritaville 5K T-Shirt

    Sat 14th December 2024 (8:00AM EST)

    $43.40

    A 5K that everyone from the most experienced runner to the first-timer can appreciate. Toe the line with Mississippi locals and travelers striving to secure a Double Down award for running both days, with sprinters, joggers, and walkers. Runners must complete the course in 1.5 hours. That is a 29:00/mile pace.
  • Chevron Mississippi Gulf Coast Kids Marathon

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Chevron Kids Marathon T-Shirt

    Sat 14th December 2024 (9:30AM EST)

    $27.50

    The Kids Marathon is a 1 mile race designed as a way to introduce kids to the joy and rewards of running at an early age and promote an active family lifestyle. Runners must complete the course in 30 minutes.
  • F.E.B. Grand Slam Beer Mile

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Pint Glass

    Sat 14th December 2024 (3:00PM EST)

    $27.50

    Runners will run four laps around the Shuckers Stadium warning track. Each lap, runners will need to drink a 12 oz beer provided by F.E.B. Distributors. Participants must be over 21 years of age.
  • F.E.B. Grand Slam Beer Mile - Relay Team

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Pint Glass

    Sat 14th December 2024 (3:00PM EST)

    $54.00

    Relay teams of 2, 3, or 4 runners will run four laps around the Shuckers Stadium warning track. Each lap, runners will need to drink a 12 oz beer provided by F.E.B. Distributors. Participants must be over 21 years of age.
  • Assisted Full

    Incl. $13.00 Fee & Marathon T-Shirt

    Sun 15th December 2024 (7:00AM EST)

    $213.00

  • Assisted Half

    Incl. $13.00 Fee & Half Marathon T-Shirt

    Sun 15th December 2024 (7:00AM EST)

    $213.00

  • Assisted 5K

    Incl. $13.00 Fee & Margaritaville 5K T-Shirt

    Sat 14th December 2024 (8:00AM EST)

    $213.00

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105 Caillavet St, Biloxi, 39530, MS, United States

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