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Viking Half Marathon

Name: Viking Half Marathon
Start: 2026-03-28
End: 2026-03-28
Location: Greenwood, Mississippi

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Greenwood, Mississippi, United States

calendar_today 28 Mar, 2026

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sell $44.79 – $87.58

About the Event

Experience the legendary charm of the Mississippi Delta at the Viking Half Marathon, 10K & 5K on Saturday, March 28, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM for the half marathon and 8:00 AM for the 5K and 10K in historic Greenwood. This flat, fast course winds through the beautiful, tree-lined streets of the Cotton Row district and along Grand Boulevard, once named one of America's 10 Most Beautiful Streets, offering a glimpse of filming locations from the movie *The Help*. From the moment you arrive, you'll be immersed in genuine Southern hospitality, vibrant local culture, and fantastic Delta cuisine.

Your race entry supports a weekend of celebration in a true Delta jewel, with special menus and activities welcoming runners throughout town. Secure your spot for a uniquely scenic and welcoming race that combines personal achievement with an unforgettable cultural experience in the heart of Mississippi.

Races Offered

10K

Mar 28, 2026

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Distance — 10km

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Type — Others, Running

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08:00

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$55.49

5K

Mar 28, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Others, Running

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08:00

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$44.79

Half Marathon

Mar 28, 2026

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Distance — 21km

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Type — Others, Running

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08:00

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$87.58

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Greenwood.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 9.8° / 20.7°

wb_sunny 6.7° / 18.7°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.9 /

water_drop 68.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 9.8° / 20.7°

wb_sunny 6.7° / 18.7°

air 12.9 km/h

water_drop 68.6%

About Greenwood

Greenwood is a city in Mississippi, located at the junction of the rivers Tallahatchie and Yalobusha, from whereon after it's called the Yalobusha. It's known for its extensive cotton production and remembered as one of the centres of conflict during the Civil Rights era.