Updated Jul 23, 2026
5K Races in Mississippi
Browse 53 upcoming running races in Mississippi with dates, cities, distances, registration status, and official links.
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Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Aug 29, 2026
Ernestine Jones Memorial Annual 5k Race 2026
Senatobia, MS 38668 | 3.1 Miles
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Sep 26, 2026
Medal Madness 5K, & 10K at Hattiesburg, MS (39)
Hattiesburg, MS 39401 | 5K
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Oct 24, 2026
Sgt Melvin Gatewood 2026 Ruck/Walk & Fun Run
Columbus, MS 39701 | 3.1 Miles
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Nov 26, 2026
Bay St. Louis Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520 | 3.1 Miles
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Nov 28, 2026
Stennis Space Center Marathon | Half Marathon | 5K
Stennis Space Center, MS 39529 | 26.2 Miles
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Mar 17, 2027
2027 Gulf Coast Series - Day 3 (MS)
Gulfport, MS 39501 | 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
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Apr 14, 2027
2027 Riverboat Series - Day 3 (MS)
Hollandale, MS 38748 | 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
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Race planning guide
How to choose a 5k races in Mississippi
Compare more than the date and distance. Open the official race page to review the exact start time, course surface, elevation, time limits, packet pickup, parking, accessibility, and refund or transfer policy before registering.
- Confirm the source: organizer pages control registration status, pricing, schedule changes, and cancellations.
- Check the course: road, trail, hills, altitude, and weather can make two events at the same distance feel very different.
- Plan race morning: verify the venue, parking instructions, start corral, and recommended arrival time.
- Match your training: leave enough time to build safely for the distance and recover before your next goal race.