When
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Where
Fairpark, Tupelo MS
Distances
10K
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About this race
Gum Tree 10K Race Details
Event Date and Time
- Date: May 9, 2026
- Start Time: 7:30 AM
- Location: Fairpark, Tupelo, MS
- Official URL: Gum Tree 10K Race
Race Background
- History: Started in 1976 as an out and back challenge on the Natchez Trace Parkway.
- Tradition: The second Saturday in May has become a Tupelo tradition entering its 3rd generation!
- Family Friendly: Bring your friendly, leashed, vaccinated dogs and register to run with them in the new Strut Your Mutt Fun Run!
- Post-Race Activities: Stay after the race to enjoy the Mississippi Market with over 50 art and craft vendors and food trucks right at Fairpark.
Special Celebrations
- 50 Years: Celebrate 50 years of running in Tupelo!
- Community Impact: Proceeds from this race benefit local organizations.
Beneficiary Organizations
- Hunger Coalition: Hunger Coalition of NE MS
- Humane Society: Tupelo Lee Humane Society
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