Group Therapy 5K is a running race on July 31, 2026 – July 30, 2027 in Bay Saint Louis, MS.
From the Organizer
Friday Morning 5K Group Run
Start your Friday the best way possible—with a free community run along the beautiful Bay St. Louis waterfront!
Join Bay Saint Louis Running Company every Friday morning at 5:30 AM for a relaxed, welcoming group 5K. Whether you’re training for your next race, getting back into running, or just looking for great company, everyone is welcome.
Event Details
When: Every Friday at 5:30 AM
Where: Washington Street Pavilion
598 S. Beach Blvd.
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Distance: Approximately 5K (3.1 miles)
Cost: FREE!
All paces are welcome, from walkers and run/walkers to experienced runners. This is a fun, supportive community run—not a race.
Important Information
Registration helps us keep an accurate participant list and ensures everyone has a signed waiver on file.
There is no charge to participate.
Occasionally, we substitute the run with another free fitness activity (such as Pilates or yoga) or adjust the location due to weather or special events.
Please follow the Bay Saint Louis Running Company Facebook page for weekly updates, schedule changes, and weather announcements.
We can’t wait to see you Friday morning! Lace up your shoes, bring a friend, and come run with us. 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day 1
Friday, 7/31
High
92°
Low
80°
Partly sunny then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 2
Saturday, 8/1
High
92°
Low
79°
Mostly sunny
Race Day 3
Sunday, 8/2
High
90°
Low
78°
Showers and thunderstorms likely then chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 4
Monday, 8/3
High
90°
Low
78°
Slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 5
Tuesday, 8/4
High
90°
Low
79°
Chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 6
Wednesday, 8/5
High
90°
Low
79°
Sunny then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 7
Thursday, 8/6
High
90°
Low
79°
Sunny then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Host City
City Elevation
15 ft
Nearest Airport
GPT
Gulfport Biloxi International Airport · 25 mi
Major Hub
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · 53 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Group Therapy 5K
Jul 31, 2026