Day in the Park 5K
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Event Details
The Day in the Park 5K is scheduled for May 2, 2026, in Laurel, Mississippi. It is organized by the Laurel Arts League. The event features a 5 km race and a 1 mi fun run. The 5K course goes through the historic district of downtown Laurel.
Registration and Fees
Online registration is open. On the day of the event, registration opens at 7:00 AM at the start line in Mason Park at 18th Street and 7th Avenue. Payment can be made with cash, check, or credit card. The registration fee for the 5K is $35. The fee for the 1 Mile Fun Run is $15. There is also a donation option of $35, with funds supporting children's arts in the community.
Participant Items
A race t-shirt is guaranteed to all 5K runners who register by April 16, 2026. No additional shirts will be ordered. Fun Run participants do not receive a t-shirt with registration. The first 100 participants to register will receive a custom race bib.
Awards
Awards are presented for the following categories: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- Overall winners (male and female)
- Masters winners (male and female)
- Grand Masters winners (male and female)
- First, second, and third place in male and female age groups from 0-14 up to 65-69, and a group for 70+.
