GCCA Annual Run For the Beads 5k

GCCA Annual Run For the Beads 5K

The Gulf Coast Carnival Association has teamed up with the Gulf Coast Running Club to present the third annual Run for the Beads 5K!

Date and Location

• Date: November 21, 2026
• Location: 121 Cadet St, Biloxi, MS

Race Schedule

• 8:45 AM: Start for 1/4 Mile
• 9:00 AM: Start for 5K
• 10:00 AM: Start for Beer Mile
  • Must be: 21+
  • Beer provided by: FEB Distributing
  • Awards for: top 3 male, top 3 female, and top team
  • Course: Beer mile will follow the same 1/4 mile course
  • Options: NA options available
• Awards for: all the normal divisions in 5k and Kids' 1/4 mile (see race flyer for details).

Registration Fees

• 5k: $20 for GCRC Members, $22 for Non-Members (plus RunSignUp's fee)
  • Membership Claim: If you have an active membership and do not see the discount, claim your membership in the new system here.
  • Join GCRC: If you would like to join the GCRC, visit our membership page here.
  • Late Registration: $25 for late registration the morning of the race.
• 1/4 Mile: $15 for children 12 and under
• Beer Mile: $25
• T-Shirts: while supplies last

For more information, visit the official race page: GCCA Annual Run for the Beads 5K.