Saturday, October 11, 2025
Hernando, MS — The City of Hernando announces temporary road closures on Saturday, October 11 for the Hernando Water Tower 10K and Half Marathon. Closures will occur in rolling intervals along the race route to protect the safety of runners, spectators, and volunteers. Roads will reopen immediately once runners have passed.
The Hernando Water Tower 10K & Half Marathon is not just a race — it’s a tourism driver for our city and local businesses! We’re excited to welcome guests from over 20 states and 2 countries to Hernando this weekend.
Affected Roads
The following streets and intersections will be impacted:
- Elm Street
- Caffey Street
- North Street
- West Center Street
- West South Street
- School Street
- Magnolia Drive
- Wren Street
- Vaiden Drive
- Mt Pleasant Street South
- East Oak Grove Road
- Mount Pleasant Road
- East Center Street
- Northview Street (crosses East Commerce Street)
- East Robinson Street
- Riley Street
- Dillworth Drive (crossing McIngvale)
- Crossing at McIngvale and Byhalia Road
- Timber Lane
- Ludlow Drive
- Robertson Road
Police officers will be stationed at key points to assist with traffic flow, resident access, and pedestrian safety.
Community Guidance
- Expect short delays in the morning hours while the race is in progress.
- Use alternate routes when possible to avoid the race corridor.
- Follow police instructions at intersections.
- Residents along the route should plan ahead for temporary access restrictions.
We also encourage residents to come outside, have fun, and cheer on the runners. This is a true community race that supports a great cause!
A Race with a Purpose
The Hernando Water Tower 10K and Half Marathon is more than a sporting event — it’s a fundraiser with a mission. Proceeds from the race benefit the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, which provides free, age-appropriate books each month to children from birth to age five, fostering early literacy in the City of Hernando. Thanks to this race 650 children receive books monthly and over 900 have graduated from the program.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
- Time: Morning (rolling closures throughout race duration)
- Location: Downtown Hernando and surrounding roads
Thank you for your patience and support! Every step taken on race day not only strengthens community spirit but also helps give the gift of reading to local children!
For a full race map and updates, visit: Hernando Water Tower 10K and Half Marathon: Course Maps
To register as a runner or join the fun as a Spirit Runner register now! https://tinyurl.com/3wyhurkt
