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Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon
Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon is a marathon, half marathon, 5K and 1 Mile event held in Biloxi, Mississippi. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, December 12, 2026. About 1,150 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- Biloxi, MS
- Field size
- ~1,150 runners
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- Biloxi, Mississippi
- Distances
- Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, 1 Mile
- Field size
- About 1,150 runners
- Course
- Flat
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Entry fee
- Listed fee for the longest distance, $150 (from runsignup.com, checked September 24, 2026)
- Start time
- 7:00 AM CST
- Course profile — Marathon
- Point-to-point course; Road surface; 163 ft gain, 151 ft loss (official course data); USATF certified; Boston qualifier
- Course profile — Half Marathon
- Point-to-point course; Road surface; USATF certified
- Typical race-day weather
- about 59°F at the start, 98% humidity, 9 mph wind (based on the 2025 race day, measured near the city center rather than the exact start line; Open-Meteo, checked September 24, 2026)
About the Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon
Celebrate a decade of coastal running with the 10th Anniversary Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon, a Coastal Running Festival! This year, 'Cross the Coastline' and embark on a journey of achievement amidst breathtaking beach views. Since its founding in 2016, the KFCU Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon has showcased the vibrant local culture with a stunning beachside run from Pass Christian to Biloxi. Join us for an unforgettable weekend! Kick off the festivities in Gulfport with Pac…
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Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon: common questions
- When is the Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, December 12, 2026.
- Where is the Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon held?
- In Biloxi, Mississippi.
- What distances does the Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon offer?
- Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and 1 Mile.
- How many people run the Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
- About 1,150 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
- Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $150 (from runsignup.com, checked September 24, 2026).
- What time does the Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon start?
- 7:00 AM CST.
- What is race-day weather usually like at the Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
- about 59°F at the start, 98% humidity, 9 mph wind (based on the 2025 race day, measured near the city center rather than the exact start line; Open-Meteo, checked September 24, 2026).
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