First Responders 5K
First Responders 5K is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Mississippi State, MS.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (32 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
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)!!
We also will be collecting donations to a charity soon to be announced, in aims of serving those who serve us. This event is hosted by Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings at Mississippi State University.
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
77°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from State Univ, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mississippi State, MS
Nearest Airport
GTR
Golden Triangle Regional Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 115 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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32
Days to train
- Race
- First Responders 5K
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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First Responders 5K
Oct 17, 2026