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Harley Half Marathon

Harley Half Marathon

The Harley Half Marathon offers a flat, fast course along the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Race Date

Apr 4, 2027

Location

Biloxi, MS

Solid Pick49

Quick facts

Date
Sunday, April 4, 2027
Location
Biloxi, Mississippi
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 5K run
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
614

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Party FinishLocal CommunityGreat Post RaceGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Harley Half Marathon, held in Biloxi, Mississippi, presents a straightforward and speedy race experience. With its minimal elevation change, the course is designed for fast times, making it an attractive option for those chasing personal bests.

Runners typically hail from around 17 states, with recent editions seeing approximately 180 finishers. The race, which has seen a shrinking field size in recent years, maintains a modest repeat-runner loyalty of about 11%. The typical winning time hovers around 83 minutes, indicating a competitive field for its size.

The event, first run in 2021, offers a no-frills approach, focusing on delivering a certified, fast course. Participants can also choose from a 10K and a 5K run.

Race-provided description

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at our Annual Harley Half Marathon! If you've got the drive, take on the Diamond Challenge by completing both races to snag a medal as colossal as your ambition. The first 300 to register get an exclusive Harley Half custom-designed shirt, with other awesome gear guaranteed to early birds. Celebrate post-race with a booming party featuring DJ Blaze, free beer, and refreshments. Register early, pick up your packet, and don't miss the bus to the starting line for a shot at glory. Join us for the challenge, the camaraderie, and the celebration – See you there!

Logistics

Race Day

Sunday, April 4, 2027

Start Time

7:30 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

151 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS, 39530

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Coastal

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

10K5K run

Quality Score

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Methodology
Heritage6/20

3 years running

Size12/15

~206 finishers a year

Momentum2/5

shrinking

Loyalty11/20

11% returning runners

Course & details6/15

2 timing sources · 3 photos

National draw7/10

runners from 17 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:23:54

Weather2/10

typical high 74°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

60°

Afternoon (High)

74°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.2"

Precipitation

13 mph

Wind

75%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 614 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.

Most recent

2023

Total finishers

614

Median time

2:25:34

Latest turnout

180

States

36

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:20p50 median ≈ 2:203:50

Turnout by year

20212023

'21'22'23
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Harley Half Marathon?

The Harley Half Marathon is held on Sunday, April 4, 2027, starting at 7:30 AM.

Where does the Harley Half Marathon take place?

It takes place in Biloxi, Mississippi.

What distances does the Harley Half Marathon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 5K run.

Is the Harley Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?

The Harley Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Harley Half Marathon?

HalfRuns has finish records for 614 runners who have completed the Harley Half Marathon.

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