Diamondhead 5k
Diamondhead 5k is a running race on August 22, 2026 in Diamondhead, MS, featuring the 1 Mile and 5K distances, with entry fees from $15 to $22.
- Date
- August 22, 2026 (51 days to go)
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $15–$22
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
- 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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
89°
Typical Low
74°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Waveland, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Diamondhead, MS
Nearest Airport
GPT
Gulfport Biloxi International Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · 59 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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51
Days to train
- Race
- Diamondhead 5k
- Date
- August 22, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Diamondhead 5k
Aug 22, 2026