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Gulf Coast Veterans Association 5k Run/Walk + 1 Mile Fun Run

Long Beach, Mississippi
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At a glance

Date
Nov 7, 2026
Location
Long Beach, Mississippi
Distances
5K, 1 mi
Registration
Registration open until Nov 6, 2026, via runsignup.com
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Last checked
Oct 5, 2026

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About this race

Join us for the Third Annual GCVA 5K Run & Walk!

Long Beach, MS

Saturday, November 7

Registration: 7:00 AM

5K: 8:00 AM

1 Mile Fun Run: 9:30 AM

Awards: 10:00 AM

This scenic race begins and ends at beautiful Long Beach Town Green. Enjoy a morning of fitness, community, and celebration as we honor our local veterans.

✨ What to Expect

Age group awards

Overall male & female awards

“Heavy Load” category: Women carry a minimum of 12 lbs and men a minimum of 20 lbs (tactical vest, plates, or rucksack). Top male and female finishers awarded!

Finisher shirts, good food, and post-race celebration at the park!

Back this year: 1 Mile Fun Run! Perfect for families and those looking for a shorter distance.

❤️ Support Our Veterans

95% of proceeds and donations directly benefit veterans across the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Please consider making an additional donation at checkout—your support makes a difference!

Register today and run for a cause that matters.

Key dates

Registration opens

Feb 17, 2026

Tier 1 ends

Oct 8, 2026

2d

Registration closes

Nov 6, 2026

31d

Standard ends

Nov 6, 2026

31d

Tier 2 ends

Nov 6, 2026

31d

Race day

Nov 7, 2026

32d

Pricing

5K Run

Tier 1, then $35 from Oct 8, 2026

$30

Heavy Load 5K

Tier 1, then $35 from Oct 8, 2026

$30

1 Mile Fun Run

Standard, until Nov 6, 2026

$20

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