PTB - Walk, Run, Plant Hope 5K
PTB - Walk, Run, Plant Hope 5K is a running race on August 22, 2026 in Long Beach, MS, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- August 22, 2026 (30 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Lace Up for Hope: Join the Plant the Block Walk, Run, Plant Hope 5K!
Ready to make your miles matter? Join us for the inaugural Plant the Block Walk, Run, Plant Hope 5K, where every step you take helps cultivate sustainable change and grow hope in our communities!
This isn't just a race. Our mission at Plant the Block is to invest time, resources, and mentorship into neighborhoods that need it most, creating spaces where people, purpose, and possibility can flourish. By participating in this 5K, you're directly supporting these vital initiatives.
Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best, a casual walker enjoying the camaraderie, or a family looking for a fun and meaningful day out, this event is for you!
Come together with fellow community enthusiasts, breathe in the fresh air, and know that with each stride, you're planting seeds of change.
Your participation helps us:
-Transform neglected spaces into vibrant community growth.
-Provide mentorship and resources for local youth.
-Foster greener, healthier, and more connected neighborhoods.
A 5K takes a village! If you know someone who is not physically able to walk or run the course but still wants to help us plant hope, we would absolutely love to have them join our Volunteer Crew. From handing out water to placing medals around runners' necks at the finish line, there is a role for everyone. (Plus, we provide Letters of Appreciation for all volunteer hours!)
Please feel free to share this link with anyone interested in claiming a volunteer spot: Volunteer Sign-Up
Registration Includes:
-Finisher Bag
-Finisher Medal
-Race Bib
-Shipping (Virtual)
Walk, Run, Plant Hope! Let's make a tangible difference together. Sign up today and be a part of growing a brighter future!
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
90°
Typical Low
75°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gulfport Naval Ctr, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Long Beach, MS
Population
16,876
as of 2023
City Elevation
19 ft
Nearest Airport
GPT
Gulfport Biloxi International Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · 70 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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30
Days to train
- Race
- PTB - Walk, Run, Plant Hope 5K
- Date
- August 22, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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PTB - Walk, Run, Plant Hope 5K
Aug 22, 2026