In 59 days · Sat, Oct 24, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Where
180 W Commerce St., Hernando MS
Distance
5K
Typical weather
53–71°F · low rain risk
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2025
51–73°F
dry
2024
60–83°F
dry
2023
66–82°F
dry
2022
62–80°F
dry
2021
66–82°F
dry
2020
49–55°F
rain
2019
50–72°F
dry
2018
47–67°F
dry
2017
50–62°F
dry
2016
59–77°F
dry
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About this race
Help Noah's Legacy Run, Walk, or Skate On!
- Purpose: You can help Noah's legacy live on as a sponsor, skater, runner, walker, or donor.
- Participation: However you choose to participate, we're glad you’re a part of Noah's Gift 5K.
About Noah's Gift
- Mission: Noah's Gift is dedicated to bringing joy into the lives of young people, as Noah brought joy to the lives of so many.
- Inspiration: This initiative inspires and rewards deserving young people with extraordinary experiences based on Noah's interests.
- Activities: His interests included playing hockey, traveling, hiking, water sports, skydiving, and more.
- Grant Support: Grants to deserving teenagers are made possible through sponsors and participants in the annual fundraiser.
Race Details
- Date and Venue: This year Noah's Gift Memorial 5K Run Walk Skate will be in person and virtual in Hernando, MS.
- Participation Options: Participants may choose to run, walk, or roller blade the 5K!
- Schedule: Skaters will start at 7:55 AM, with runners/walkers following at 8:00 AM.
- Post-Race: Stick around for food, fun, and games on the Maddox Foundation lawn!
Virtual Race Information
- Completion: The virtual race can be completed using the RaceJoy App (click here).
- Result Upload: You can automatically upload your results or manually post your results on the honor system.
- Shirts: Virtual participants not using the app can still receive a shirt.
- Sharing: Be sure to share photos of your course and running companions: see "How to upload your photos".
Additional Information
- Virtual FAQ: For additional information on virtual events, please see our "Virtual FAQ" tab.
- Event Link: For more details, visit the race page here.
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