Heart O' Dixie Triathlon
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Distance
- Individual · Team Captain (creates team) · Team Member (joins existing team) & more
From the Organizer
The 47th edition of the Heart O' Dixie Triathlon will be held on Saturday June 20th, 2026 - during the Neshoba County Fair. The race begins at 6:30 a.m. with a 1/2 mile swim in Lake Tiak O’Khata in Louisville, MS - followed by a 27 mile bike ride down hwy 15 into Philadelphia, MS - it concludes with a 7 mile run finishing on the horse racing track at the historic Neshoba County Fairgrounds. The first Heart O' Dixie Triathlon was held in 1980 not long after the first modern swim/bike/run Triathlon event was held at Mission Bay in San Diego, California in 1974. The Heart O' Dixie Triathlon is one of the longest running triathlons in the United States and is an annual fundraiser for The Refuge of MS. We invite you to come experience one of the most unique, yet thrilling triathlons in the U.S.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
Three sports, one race — swim, bike, run in sequence, with transitions that are a discipline of their own.
Open water, open roads, and competition with yourself. Cross the finish line knowing what it took to get there.
Triathlon
Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think.
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Heart O' Dixie Triathlon?
- Heart O' Dixie Triathlon is a triathlon event held in Louisville, MS. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Heart O' Dixie Triathlon?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Louisville, MS at Lake Tiak-O'Khata, Louisville, MS. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Heart O' Dixie Triathlon?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Heart O' Dixie Triathlon
Jun 20, 2026