GCCA Annual Run For the Beads 5k - 5k Racewalker

Nov 21, 2026Biloxi, MS, United States

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External Event

Distance

3.1 mi

Pace

All paces

Terrain

Road

Difficulty

All Levels

About this run

The Gulf Coast Carnival Association has teamed up with the Gulf Coast Running Club to present the third annual Run for the Beads 5K! Now with a Beer Mile! 8:45 AM start for 1/4 Mile 9:00 AM start for 5K10:00 AM start for Beer Mile Must be 21+ Beer provided by FEB DistributingAwards for top 3 male, top 3 female, and top teamBeer mile will follow the same 1/4 mile courseNA options available Awards for all the normal divisions in 5k and Kids' 1/4 mile (see race flyer for details).5k: $20 for GCRC Members, $22 for Non-Members (plus RunSignUp's fee) If you have an active membership and do not see the discount, claim your membership in the new system here: https://runsignup.com/claimaccountsIf you would like to join the GCRC, visit our membership page here: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/GulfCoastRunningClub$25 for late registration the morning of the race. 1/4 Mile: $15 for children 12 and underBeer Mile: $25T-Shirts while supplies last

Typical conditions

For events around November 2026 in Biloxi, MS, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.

How to prepare

Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.

Beginner's guide to your first 5K