DeSoto County Annual MLK Jr. Unity Walk/5K
- Date Mon 19th January 2026
- Time 8:30AM CST
- Location Southaven, Mississippi
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the community for the DeSoto County Annual MLK Jr. Unity Walk and 5K on Monday, January 19, 2026, in Southaven, DeSoto. This vibrant event, which has evolved from a small walk into a cherished annual tradition, now features a sanctioned 5K run alongside the unity walk. Bringing together participants from all ethnic backgrounds, this celebration of unity emphasizes the importance of collaboration and support among diverse communities.
As you lace up your running shoes or prepare for the walk, you'll not only be part of a memorable experience but also contribute to a meaningful cause. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Precious Pearls Foundation, aiding local students, supporting elderly services, and honoring veterans. Additionally, the foundation partners with Feed My Lambs to further extend its impact. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with your neighbors and make a difference in the DeSoto County area!
As you lace up your running shoes or prepare for the walk, you'll not only be part of a memorable experience but also contribute to a meaningful cause. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Precious Pearls Foundation, aiding local students, supporting elderly services, and honoring veterans. Additionally, the foundation partners with Feed My Lambs to further extend its impact. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with your neighbors and make a difference in the DeSoto County area!
Organiser's Description
THE MLK UNITY WALK/5K RUN IS IN COLLABORATION WITH THE CITY OF SOUTHAVEN AND SUPPORTED BY THE SOUTHAVEN MAYORS OFFICE, MAYORS YOUTH COUNCIL, MAYOR OF WALLS, MAYOR OF OLIVE BRANCH, LOCAL CHURCHES AND CITIZENS OF DESOTO COUNTY. THIS EVENT BEGAN AS A SMALL WALK BUT HAS GROWN INTO AN ANNUAL TRADITION AND SINCE HAS EXPANDED INTO A 5K RUN/UNITY WALK. THE 5K IS NOW AN OFFICIALLY SANCTIONED EVENT OF USA TRACK AND FIELD. _ITS PURPOSE IS TO CELEBRATE UNITY AMONG PEERS AND THE VALUE ADDED BY ASKING ALL ETHNIC GROUPS TO RECOGNIZE THE TIES THAT BIND US ALL TOGETHER WITH PEOPLE FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE TO WORK TOGETHER AS ONE GROUP._
OUR GOAL IS TO RAISE AWARENESS AND FUNDS FOR THE PRECIOUS PEARLS FOUNDATION. PROCEEDS WILL ASSIST THE FOUNDATION IN PROVIDING SUPPORT TO DESERVING STUDENTS IN THE DESOTO COUNTY AREA, TO PREVENT BIRTH DEFECT AND INFANT MORTALITY, PROVIDE SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY AND SUPPORT TO OUR VETERANS. PPF ALSO SUPPORTS OUR CHARITY PARTNER-FEED MY LAMBS.
CONTACT PRECIOUS PEARLS FOUNDATION FOR DETAILS ON HOW TO MAKE IT A FUNDRAISER FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION OR SCHOOL. [email protected]
OUR GOAL IS TO RAISE AWARENESS AND FUNDS FOR THE PRECIOUS PEARLS FOUNDATION. PROCEEDS WILL ASSIST THE FOUNDATION IN PROVIDING SUPPORT TO DESERVING STUDENTS IN THE DESOTO COUNTY AREA, TO PREVENT BIRTH DEFECT AND INFANT MORTALITY, PROVIDE SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY AND SUPPORT TO OUR VETERANS. PPF ALSO SUPPORTS OUR CHARITY PARTNER-FEED MY LAMBS.
CONTACT PRECIOUS PEARLS FOUNDATION FOR DETAILS ON HOW TO MAKE IT A FUNDRAISER FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION OR SCHOOL. [email protected]
Races
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5K Run - Snowden Grove
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 19th January 2026 (8:30AM CST)
$38.10
The check-in location has changed to the Forever Young Senior Centers Multipurpose Room at at 3335 Pine Tar Alley. -
Unity Walk for MLK
Mon 19th January 2026 (8:30AM CST)
Free
The check-in location has changed to the Forever Young Senior Centers Multipurpose Room at at 3335 Pine Tar Alley.
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Forever Young Multipurpose Room (behind Parks & Recreation offices), 3335 Pine Tar Alley, Southaven, 38672, MS, United States
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