Noah's Gift 5K
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- 180 W Commerce St., Hernando, MS
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk In-person · 5K Skate In-person · 5K Run/Walk Virtual & more
From the Organizer
Help Noah's Legacy Run, Walk, or Skate On!
You can help Noah's legacy live on as a sponsor, skater, runner, walker, or donor. However you choose to participate, we're glad you're a part of Noah's Gift 5K.
Noah's Gift is dedicated to bringing joy into the lives of young people, as Noah brought joy to the lives of so many. Noah's Gift was created to inspire and reward deserving young people with the gift of an extraordinary experience that was of interest to 16-year-old Noah Costa at the time of his death. His interests were as wide-ranging and fun as his personality: playing hockey, traveling, hiking, water sports, skydiving, and much more. Noah's Gift makes grants to deserving teenagers to pursue extraordinary experiences. These grants are made possible through sponsors and participants of our annual fundraiser, Noah's Gift 5K Run-Walk-Skate held in Noah's memory.
This year Noah's Gift Memorial 5K Run Walk Skate will be in person and virtual! The in person race will be in Hernando, MS - participants may choose to run, walk, or roller blade the 5K! For safety, skaters will start at 7:55am, with runners/walkers following at 8:00am. After the race, stick around for food, fun, and games on the Maddox Foundation lawn! More information to be announced soon - follow us on Facebook for up-to-the-minute updates!
The virtual race can be completed using the RaceJoy App (click here). You can automatically upload your results when you finish the distance or manually post your results. Virtual participants not using the app will be on the honor system. They can manually update their time and receive a shirt. Be sure to share photos of your course, and running companions; two and four legs. See "How to upload your photos" (click here). For additional information on virtual events, please see our "Virtual FAQ" tab.
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
71°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hernando.
Host City
About Hernando, MS
Population
17,580
as of 2023
Elevation
281 ft
Nearest Airport
MEM
Memphis International Airport · 16 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Waiting For?
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Noah's Gift 5K?
- Noah's Gift 5K is a running race held in Hernando, Mississippi on October 24, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Noah's Gift 5K?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Hernando, Mississippi at 180 W Commerce St., Hernando, MS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Noah's Gift 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Noah's Gift 5K
Oct 24, 2026