Diamondhead 5k
- Date Sat 22nd August 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Diamondhead, Mississippi
- Price $16.90 - $24.32
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the Diamondhead 5K scheduled for Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the beautiful community of Diamondhead, Hancock. This exciting event kicks off with the 5K race at 8:00 AM, followed by a Kids' 1 Mile run at 8:45 AM, making it perfect for runners of all ages. Participants can enjoy a scenic, hilly out-and-back course that’s USATF certified, adding an extra layer of challenge and excitement.
Registration is affordable with fees set at $20 for GCRC members and $22 for non-members, while children 12 and under can participate for just $15. Get ready for a post-race celebration featuring drinks, food, fruit, and snacks to refuel your energy! Plus, all participants will enjoy complimentary access to the pool after the race, making it a fantastic day for families and friends. Don’t miss the chance to snag a T-shirt by pre-registering, and join the fun at the Diamondhead 5K – where community spirit and healthy competition come together!
Registration is affordable with fees set at $20 for GCRC members and $22 for non-members, while children 12 and under can participate for just $15. Get ready for a post-race celebration featuring drinks, food, fruit, and snacks to refuel your energy! Plus, all participants will enjoy complimentary access to the pool after the race, making it a fantastic day for families and friends. Don’t miss the chance to snag a T-shirt by pre-registering, and join the fun at the Diamondhead 5K – where community spirit and healthy competition come together!
Organiser's Description
* 8:00 AM start 5k
* 8:45 AM start for Kids' 1 Mile
* Awards for all the normal divisions in the 5k.
* 5k: $20 for GCRC Members, $22 for Non-Members (plus RunSignUp's fee)
* If you would like to join the GCRC, visit our membership page here: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/GulfCoastRunningClub
* $25 for late registration the morning of the race.
* $15 for all children 12 and under (includes both distances)
* T-Shirts guaranteed only to pre registered participants.
* Drinks, food, fruit and snacks after the race.
* RUNNERS WILL GET FREE ACCESS TO THE POOL AFTER THE RACE.
* USATF certified. Hilly out and back challenge.
* 8:45 AM start for Kids' 1 Mile
* Awards for all the normal divisions in the 5k.
* 5k: $20 for GCRC Members, $22 for Non-Members (plus RunSignUp's fee)
* If you would like to join the GCRC, visit our membership page here: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/GulfCoastRunningClub
* $25 for late registration the morning of the race.
* $15 for all children 12 and under (includes both distances)
* T-Shirts guaranteed only to pre registered participants.
* Drinks, food, fruit and snacks after the race.
* RUNNERS WILL GET FREE ACCESS TO THE POOL AFTER THE RACE.
* USATF certified. Hilly out and back challenge.
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $2.32 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$24.32
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5k Racewalker
Incl. $2.32 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$24.32
Race walkers must follow USATF race walking guidelines. "Race walking requires the competitor to maintain contact with the ground at all times and requires the leading leg to be straightened as the foot makes contact with the ground. It must remain straightened until the leg passes under the body." -
Kids' 1 Mile (Includes 5k Registration)
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:45AM CDT)
$16.90
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East Recreation Pool & Playground, 68198 Diamondhead Dr E, Diamondhead, 39525, MS, United States
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