Noah's Gift 5K
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Event overview
Noah's Gift 5K takes place Saturday, October 24, 2026, in Hernando, MS (180 W Commerce St., 38632). The event offers both in-person and virtual options. The in-person event includes running, walking, and roller skating on a 5K course. For safety, skaters will start before runners and walkers. Registration for each event is priced at $20 and opens April 21, 2026. After the in-person event there will be food, activities, and games on the Maddox Foundation lawn.
Virtual participation
Virtual participants can complete the 5K using the RaceJoy app to automatically upload results or they can manually post a time. Virtual participants who do not use the app will be on the honor system and may still register and receive a shirt. Participants are encouraged to share photos of their course.
Awards and recognitions
Timing awards include first place overall male and female for the 5K run/walk and age-group awards with first, second, and third places in standard age brackets. Skate awards include an overall fastest skate time called the Winged Wheels Award and age-group awards. The event also recognizes the youngest and oldest participants, the biggest team, the most money raised, and the farthest traveled. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
