First Responders 5K
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Mississippi State, Mississippi
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Fifth Annual First Responders 5K in beautiful Starkville, Oktibbeha on Saturday, October 17th, 2026! This uplifting 3.1-mile run honors the brave first responders who put their lives on the line every day. Starting at 9 AM, with bib pickup kicking off at 8 AM, participants will have the chance to support a noble cause while enjoying a fun-filled day.
In addition to the run, there will be a $1 raffle for charity and FREE t-shirts available while supplies last! We are also proud to collect donations for Tunnels to Towers, a charity dedicated to addressing the housing crisis faced by first responders, veterans, and their families. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual participant, your involvement will help shine a light on the sacrifices made by our first responders. Don't miss out on this meaningful event!
In addition to the run, there will be a $1 raffle for charity and FREE t-shirts available while supplies last! We are also proud to collect donations for Tunnels to Towers, a charity dedicated to addressing the housing crisis faced by first responders, veterans, and their families. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual participant, your involvement will help shine a light on the sacrifices made by our first responders. Don't miss out on this meaningful event!
Organiser's Description
**BIB PICKUP STARTS AT 8AM, RACE STARTS AT 9AM**
Come run with us on Oct 17th for our fifth annual First Responders 5K!! This annual 3.1 mile run was started in Fall of 2022 to honor the first responders that risk their lives every day to help others. Every year, thousands of U.S. first responders-including firefighters, law enforcement officers, and EMS providers, lose their lives while protecting others. We do this run to bring attention to their sacrifice.
There will be a $1 raffle for charity and FREE t-shirts (while supplies last)!! Bib pick up and photos start at 8am.
We also will be collecting donations for Tunnels to Towers, a charity aiming to solve the housing crisis among first responders, veterans, and their families. If you aren't able to make it to the event but would still like to donate, you can find the donation page at https://dogood.t2t.org/ArnoldAirSociety26. This event is hosted by Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings at Mississippi State University.
Come run with us on Oct 17th for our fifth annual First Responders 5K!! This annual 3.1 mile run was started in Fall of 2022 to honor the first responders that risk their lives every day to help others. Every year, thousands of U.S. first responders-including firefighters, law enforcement officers, and EMS providers, lose their lives while protecting others. We do this run to bring attention to their sacrifice.
There will be a $1 raffle for charity and FREE t-shirts (while supplies last)!! Bib pick up and photos start at 8am.
We also will be collecting donations for Tunnels to Towers, a charity aiming to solve the housing crisis among first responders, veterans, and their families. If you aren't able to make it to the event but would still like to donate, you can find the donation page at https://dogood.t2t.org/ArnoldAirSociety26. This event is hosted by Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings at Mississippi State University.
Races
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5K Run
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
Free
CLOSED
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