Mid-South Races for Hope (Mid-South Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K)
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Location
- 1200 Bridges Street, Wynne, AR
- Distance
- Marathon · Half-Marathon · 5K
From the Organizer
Mid-South Races for Hope, formerly known as the Mid-South Marathon is back for year 27 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.
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
66°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wynne, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wynne, AR
Population
8,220
as of 2023
Elevation
245 ft
Nearest Airport
JBR
Jonesboro Municipal Airport · 42 mi
Major Hub
MEM
Memphis International Airport · 48 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 Mid-South Races for Hope (Mid-South Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K), put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Mid-South Races for Hope (Mid-South Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K)
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Location
- 1200 Bridges Street, Wynne, AR
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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.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Mid-South Races for Hope (Mid-South Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K)?
- Mid-South Races for Hope (Mid-South Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K) is a running race held in Wynne, Arkansas on November 7, 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 running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Mid-South Races for Hope (Mid-South Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K)?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Wynne, Arkansas at 1200 Bridges Street, Wynne, AR. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Mid-South Races for Hope (Mid-South Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Mid-South Races for Hope (Mid-South Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K)
Nov 7, 2026