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Mid-South Marathon

Wynne, AR
Saturday, November 7, 2026


  5 Stars from 2 Reviews

Course Description
The Midsouth Marathon course is a mix of flat and rolling terrain. The elevation at the start/finish line is 270 feet above sea level. The lowest point is 215 feet. The highest is point is 370 feet. The rest of the course is very gentle rolling terrain.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Saturday, November 7, 2026
2025: Saturday, November 1, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: No
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 52°F (11°C)
Average High: 62°F (16°C)
Average Low: 41° F (5°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 98.10
Course Score: 98.60

Race Size

2025: 20 Finishers
2024: 24 Finishers
2023: 15 Finishers
2022: 12 Finishers
2021: No Results
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: 15%
2024: 12.5%
2023: N/A
2022: N/A
2021: N/A
2020: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 12 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 66°F  (19°C)
Low: 44°F  (7°C)

Race Start Conditions

49°F  (9°C)
Humidity: 86%

Clear
S 6 mph

PR Score

97.71

Course Score

98.6






Mid-South Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Mid-South Marathon was the 543rd largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 530th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, 15% of Mid-South Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 12.5% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Mid-South Marathon ranked 69th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 121st in 2024. In Arkansas, it ranked 1st in 2025 and 2nd in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.

The Mid-South Marathon has a Course Score of 98.60, ranking it as the 285th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 4th fastest marathon course in Arkansas.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are slightly above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Mid-South Marathon a PR Score of 98.10. The PR Score ranks the Mid-South Marathon as the 274th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 4th best marathon for a PR in Arkansas.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Mid-South Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Arkansas for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Mid-South Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed285th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 4th fastest marathon course in Arkansas
Top 62% Nationally#4 of 8 in Arkansas
PR Potential274th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 4th best marathon for a PR in Arkansas
Top 60% Nationally#4 of 8 in Arkansas
Boston Qualifier Rate69th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 1st highest BQ percentage in Arkansas
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 15% Nationally#1 of 7 in Arkansas
Race Size543rd largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 8th largest marathon in Arkansas
Based on 2025 results
Top 92% Nationally#8 of 10 in Arkansas

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Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 373 feet (113m)
Min Elevation: 215 feet (65m)


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Race Reviews


5.0
Based on 2 reviews
Write Your Own Review

Well done! (3x Finisher)

Full Review:

This is a runner's race. Nothing fancy just very well supported. Volunteers at water stations are amazing. Food and showers at the high school is always great

Race Tips:

Easy race day sign up. Runner friendly.

Flat with very little hills. I

Travel/Logistics Tips:

I live within driving distance so can't comment on accommodations
Reviewed by Robert About 2018

Full Review:

Friendliest race EVER!!!! Rural country running with aid every mile to include port-o-potties. Lemme tell ya! Nowhere else will you get a post race meal, shower, indoor plumbing for $40 Bucks! That's right! $40 BUCKS! If you call the race director, he actually answers! If you email the RD he emails you back! What a gem! Oh! By the way it's also a Boston Qualifier! Can't say enough about this small town race!

Race Tips:

Be conservative for the first mile as it's a slight grade, but distance yourself from the pack from there to mile 4! Slightly rolling in nature just enough to feel uphill both ways. Not pancake flat, but not a run through mountains!

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Being a small town race the hotel choices are limited. My advice is to stay in Memphis. It's only about a hr drive down I55 then to hwy 64. Directions are well laid out on the www.midsouthmarathon.com website.
Reviewed by hec About 2016