Fair City Triathlon 2027 — Louisville, MS

Date
June 19, 2027
Location
Louisville, MS
Venue
Lake Tiak-O'Khata
Start Time
6:30 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $235.00
Events
Individual, Team Captain (creates team), Team Member (joins existing team), Test
Includes
T-Shirt and other race swag
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The Heart O' Dixie Triathlon takes place at Lake Tiak-O'Khata in Louisville, Mississippi on June 20, 2026. The race features a 5-mile distance and starts at 6:30 AM. Entry fees range from free to $180, making it accessible across various budgets. As an early-morning summer event in Mississippi, athletes should plan accordingly for heat and humidity during training and race preparation. The lakeside venue provides the swim component of the triathlon format. Check with race organizers for specific swim, bike, and run segment distances, as well as course details and transition logistics, to properly prepare your training plan and packing strategy for this event.

From the Race Organizer
The 48th edition of the Fair City Triathlon, which was formerly known as Heart O' Dixie Triathlon, will be held on Saturday June 19th, 2027 - during the Neshoba County Fair. The race begins at 6:30 a.m. with a 1/2 mile swim in Lake Tiak O’Khata in Louisville, MS - followed by a 27 mile bike ride down hwy 15 into Philadelphia, MS - it concludes with a 6.5 mile run finishing on the horse racing track at the historic Neshoba County Fairgrounds. The first Heart O' Dixie Triathlon (Fair City Triathlon) was held in 1980 not long after the first modern swim/bike/run Triathlon event was held at Mission Bay in San Diego, California in 1974. With it's former name, the Fair City Triathlon is one of the longest running triathlons in the United States and is an annual fundraiser for The Refuge of MS. We invite you to come experience one of the most unique, yet thrilling triathlons in the U.S.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Fair City Triathlon 2027 — Louisville, MS?

Fair City Triathlon 2027 — Louisville, MS takes place on June 19, 2027. The race is held in Louisville, Mississippi.

Where is Fair City Triathlon 2027 — Louisville, MS held?

Fair City Triathlon 2027 — Louisville, MS is held at Lake Tiak-O'Khata in Louisville, Mississippi.

Where can I find hotels near Fair City Triathlon 2027 — Louisville, MS?

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