Gulf Coast Root Beer & Bacon 5K - May 9th - Long Beach, MS
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Long Beach, Mississippi
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the festivities for just $35, which includes a medal and t-shirt for all participants. Group registrations can enjoy a discounted rate of $25, while those looking to simply support the cause can participate for just $10. Dress up in creative bacon, pig, or beer-themed costumes for a chance to win prizes for the Best Costumes! With awards for the top male and female runners in various age divisions, as well as exciting costume awards, the Gulf Coast Root Beer & Bacon 5K promises a day of fun, community, and celebration. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to run for a cause and enjoy some delicious bacon-themed festivities!
Organiser's Description
RACE DETAILS:
General Information:
$35.00 to participate in 5K, with medal and t-shirt to all participants. If you signup a group and name your group under fundraising, you can register for $25.00. $10 to just run/walk and support - no t-shirt, no number, just come and enjoy. Water & snacks for all.
COURSE: The course will start and end in Long Beach, course map to come.
5K AWARDS: All paying participants will receive a medal. Grand Trophies go to the Top 3 Overall Male and Female runners, and top winners in the following age divisions: 12 & Under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80+
There will also be awards for the top Best Costumes: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place overall. And best animal costume.
Sponsors, Supporters & Participants
MISSISSIPPI Heroes
City of Long Beach, MS
City of Long Beach Police Department
Keesler Federal Credit Union
Weichert Realtors Gulf Properties - Katherine Sutton
Races
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Gulf Coast Root Beer & Bacon 5K - Long Beach, MS
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Medal, Headband, Drawstring Bag & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
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Gulf Coast Root Beer & Bacon 5K - Group Discount: Contact Us for a Group Team Discount Code
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Medal and T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
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Gulf Coast Root Beer & Bacon 5K - (Medal Only)
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$16.90
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Gulf Coast Root Beer & Bacon 5K - Participant
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$11.60
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Long Beach - City Limits, Long Beach, 39560, MS, United States
Gulf Coast Root Beer & Bacon 5K - May 9th - Long Beach, MS
