Running with the King 5k 2026 — Tupelo, MS

Date
June 6, 2026
Location
Tupelo, MS
Venue
Veterans Park
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $45.00
Events
5K, Test
Includes
T-Shirt
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Join runners and walkers in Tupelo, Mississippi, the birthplace of the King of Rock and Roll, for the 26th edition of Running with the King 5K. It is your chance to run our new course that takes you by the park and birthplace. See course map below. Proceeds from this race will be donated to the Northeast Mississippi Boys and Girls Club. This 5K is part of the Tupelo Elvis Festival. There are other events all weekend long. Packet pick-up will be from 6:30 to 7:15 AM on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Veterans Park. Turn in the parking lot entrance at 1105 Hamm street. Look for the blue TRC tent.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Running with the King 5k 2026 — Tupelo, MS?

Running with the King 5k 2026 — Tupelo, MS takes place on June 6, 2026. The race is held in Tupelo, Mississippi.

Where is Running with the King 5k 2026 — Tupelo, MS held?

Running with the King 5k 2026 — Tupelo, MS is held at Veterans Park in Tupelo, Mississippi.

Where can I find hotels near Running with the King 5k 2026 — Tupelo, MS?

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