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Saturday, September 19th, 2026
607 University Dr, Starkville MS
5K
68–87°F · low rain risk
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2025
70–92°F
dry
2024
64–86°F
dry
2023
57–85°F
dry
2022
66–91°F
dry
2021
69–83°F
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2020
62–80°F
dry
2019
77–92°F
dry
2018
70–93°F
dry
2017
71–89°F
dry
2016
72–90°F
dry
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About this race
3rd Annual Bedzzz 4 Kidzzz 5K Run/Walk
Lace Up with REALTORS® for a Cause! Join us for the 3rd Annual Bedzzz 4 Kidzzz 5K Run/Walk as we come together to make sure every child has a safe, comfortable place to sleep. Every registration helps provide beds for children in our community through Bedzzz 4 Kidzzz, a ministry of The Dream Center.
This year's event proudly makes its Starkville debut, beginning and ending at St. Joseph's Catholic Church.
About the Course
Starting from St. Joseph's Catholic Church, participants will wind through one of Starkville's most beautiful and recognizable areas. The route takes runners and walkers through quiet residential streets before entering the Mississippi State University district.
Along the course you'll enjoy views of:
- MSU Campus: The welcoming campus area surrounding Mississippi State University
- Hunter Henry Center: One of the university's premier conference facilities
- MSU Soccer Complex: A notable facility within the university grounds
- Neighborhood Charm: Beautiful tree-lined sections of College View, University Drive, and surrounding neighborhoods
The mostly paved course provides a great mix of neighborhood streets and university scenery, making it enjoyable for competitive runners, casual joggers, walkers, and families alike.
Whether you're chasing a personal record or simply walking in support of a great cause, you'll experience the warmth of the Starkville community while helping change the life of a child.
Why We Run
Thousands of children sleep without a bed of their own. Together, we can change that.
Every registration, sponsorship, and donation helps provide:
- Beds: Essential furniture for children
- Mattresses: Comfort for a peaceful night's sleep
- Bedding: Necessary items for a complete sleeping setup
- Hope: For children throughout our community
Every Step. Every Bed. Every Child Matters.
We invite runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to join us for a morning of community, compassion, and purpose.
Come run for a reason. Come run for a child. Come make a difference.
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