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Mississippi Walking Events Calendar 2026-2027
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Explore the best walking events in Mississippi for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 45 great walks across the region. Find your next walk in Mississippi below and join the walking community at these great events!
July 2026
Walkers can take part in a 5K route in Mize, MS, with the course based at 123 Oak Street and set within the festival. Prepaid walkers receive a shirt and festival entry with free watermelon and entertainment, and awards are given in each age divi..
Walkers have a 5K walk and a 1 Mile fun run and walk option at 150 Recreation Rd, Philadelphia MS, with bib entry also granting access to the Choctaw Indian Fair. The 5K walk runs alongside the event's running races and has a registration fee..
The 5K walk starts at 100 Winners Circle, Flowood MS, a down and back on the paved multipurpose trail with less shade and scenic views. Shirts by July 1; family registration available. Late entries after July 16 pick up bibs race morning.
Walkers can choose a 5K route starting at the city pavilion in Hazlehurst, 138 S. Ragsdale Avenue, on a community fitness day focused on health awareness. The walk runs alongside 5K runs and the day includes community activities with healthcare p..
The event features a 5k walk on the Northwest Rankin Cross Country course at Northwest Rankin High School in Flowood, MS. An untimed 1 mile fun option runs alongside the races, and walkers receive a t shirt and may earn age group awards.
August 2026
Walkers can enter a 5K racewalk starting at War Memorial Park, Highway 90 & Fleitas Ave in Pass Christian, MS. The course is a flat loop and race walkers must follow USATF race walking guidelines.
Walkers follow a 5K hill route at Heucks Retreat, starting and ending at Heucks Retreat Baptist Church. Participants registered by 7/22 receive a race t shirt; finisher medals, post race refreshments and chipped timing are provided.
Walkers can join a 2 Mile walk starting at 7300 Newell Road #A in Meridian MS alongside the 5K run and kids fun run. Race day registration is available and there are post event refreshments, entertainment and awards for walk overall placings.
Walkers can take the 5K course starting at Florence High School on MS 469 in Florence MS. Advance registration for the 5K walk is listed at $34.23 and race day registration accepts cash check Venmo and CashApp.
Walkers can choose the 2 Mile route at Bonita Lakes Park in Meridian, MS, held alongside the 5K run and fun run. Entry fees are $25 preregistration by July 20 and $30 after; top three overall male and female walkers will be recognized and T shirt..
September 2026
The event offers a 5K walking course at Explorer Acres Farm, 10700 Hickory Hill Cir, Collinsville, MS, on farm paths through the countryside. The family friendly gathering provides a relaxed morning walk alongside the running race.
Walkers follow a 5K community course in Ridgeland starting at 1052 Highland Colony Pkwy, Ridgeland MS. Packet pickup is available pre race and on race day at Ridgeland locations; event supports The Salvation Army.
Walkers can choose a 5K route of 3.1 Miles or a short Fun Run of 1 Mile, both starting at Silo Square in Southaven, MS. T shirts are guaranteed for registrations by August 30, 2026.
Walkers can choose the 2 Mile fun walk alongside the 5K run, starting at Habitat For Humanity at 66 Bonita Reservoir Road, Meridian MS 39301. Entry for the fun walk is $15 and proceeds benefit the Lauderdale County Chapter of Habitat for Humanity..
The event offers a 5k walk starting at 200 E Claiborne Ave, Greenwood, MS. The course winds through historic downtown and shaded residential streets, and teams of five or more are eligible for a team discount.
A community Suicide Awareness Memory Walk offering a 5K walking option starting at 301 3rd Avenue North, Columbus MS 39701 alongside the 5K run. Walkers have check in and warm up and registration windows are provided for participants.
Walkers use the 5K course of 3.1 Miles at Fair Park, 71 Troy Street, Tupelo MS. An after race family festival features activities, refreshments and giveaways, and t shirts are guaranteed for registrations before September 3.
Walkers can take part in a 5K run and walk starting at The Snowden House on Snowden Lane in Southaven, MS. Proceeds benefit Healing Hearts Child Advocacy Center and a separate Kids Fun Run is offered.