Rodney Richardson Water Run

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16 August Saturday

Rodney Richardson Water Run

16 August 2025, 08:00 - 16 August 2025, 09:30
Town Square Park, Hattiesburg, MS 39402 United States

Experience the thrill of the third annual Rodney Richardson Water Run on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Town Square Park. This unique event, designed to beat the August heat, features a 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run course lined with super soakers and a refreshing blast from the Hattiesburg Fire Department as you cross the finish line. The race takes you through the picturesque Historic neighborhood in Downtown Hattiesburg, culminating in a grand finish at Town Square Park.

This is a great event for the entire family. All proceeds from the race benefit Ddembe Ministries, an orphan, widow, and family care ministry in Jinja, Uganda.

Both races will offer same-day registration, but runners who sign up after July 11, 2025, are not guaranteed a t-shirt.

Details
Date: August 16
Time: 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Cost: $40
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Venue
Venue Name: Town Square Park
Address: Hattiesburg, MS 39402 United States
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Organizer
Organizer Name: Ddembe Ministries
Phone: 6018181905
Email:
Website: ddembe.org