21st Annual Laurie Wylie Memorial 5K 2026 — Hernando, MS

Date
May 16, 2026
Location
Hernando, MS
Venue
2510 Highway 51 S.
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $40.00
Events
5K Run, Test
Includes
T-Shirt
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The 21st Annual Laurie Wylie Memorial 5K in Hernando, Mississippi costs between $0 and $40 to enter. The event takes place on May 16, 2026, at 2510 Highway 51 S., with a typical start time of 7:30 AM. The race offers a 1-mile distance, making it accessible for runners looking for a shorter event. Whether you're using this race as a warm-up before a longer event or prefer shorter distances, you'll have a straightforward option with reasonable entry fees.

From the Race Organizer
Come join us on May 16, 2026 for the 21st Annual Laurie Wylie Memorial 5K. The Optimist Club of Hernando is incredibly proud of what the Laurie Wylie Memorial 5K has meant to so many over the past 20 years. The Optimist Club decided to add the A'Fair 5K to the A’Fair Arts and Crafts Festival with the assistance of Laurie Wylie, owner of a fitness center in Hernando. Laurie organized this event until her death in 2004 at which time the name was changed to the Laurie Wylie Memorial 5K Run. The Hernando Optimist Club believes in building a stronger future by investing in today’s youth and serving our community with purpose and optimism. This run represents our commitment to encouraging healthy lifestyles, positive leadership, and community connection. Proceeds from this event will support local scholarships, youth leadership programs, athletic sponsorships, and service initiatives that enrich the lives of young people and families in Hernando and the surrounding area. By participating, ru

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 21st Annual Laurie Wylie Memorial 5K 2026 — Hernando, MS?

21st Annual Laurie Wylie Memorial 5K 2026 — Hernando, MS takes place on May 16, 2026. The race is held in Hernando, Mississippi.

Where is 21st Annual Laurie Wylie Memorial 5K 2026 — Hernando, MS held?

21st Annual Laurie Wylie Memorial 5K 2026 — Hernando, MS is held at 2510 Highway 51 S. in Hernando, Mississippi.

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