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

- **When:** Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · 6:00 PM CST
- **Where:** Long Beach Town Green, Long Beach, MS, 39571
- **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-169896-gulf-coast-veterans-association-5k-run-walk-1-mile-fun-run

## Registration

Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/MS/LongBeach/GulfCoastVeteransAssociationKRunWalk?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq

## Description

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.

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Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-169896-gulf-coast-veterans-association-5k-run-walk-1-mile-fun-run](https://runthis.run/event/rs-169896-gulf-coast-veterans-association-5k-run-walk-1-mile-fun-run) — data from Run This (runthis.run).