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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
90°
Typical Low
68°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Louisville, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Louisville, MS
Population
6,018
as of 2023
Elevation
510 ft
Nearest Airport
GTR
Golden Triangle Regional Airport · 35 mi
Major Hub
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 135 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Heart O' Dixie Triathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
12
Days to train
- Race
- Heart O' Dixie Triathlon
- Date
- June 20, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Heart O' Dixie Triathlon?
- Heart O' Dixie Triathlon is a triathlon race held in Louisville, Mississippi on June 20, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more triathlon races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Heart O' Dixie Triathlon?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Louisville, Mississippi at Lake Tiak-O'Khata, Louisville, MS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Heart O' Dixie Triathlon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Heart O' Dixie Triathlon
Jun 20, 2026