9 running events in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi
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Bay St. Louis
9 events in Bay St. Louis-
Mon, Jan 05, 2026 at 5:30 AMSee full details
❄️ Winter 5K Boot Camp
January 5 – February 13
6 Weeks • $150 (20% off for returning clients)
Whether you’re brand new to running or ready to get faster, this program meets you where you are and gets you to the finish line strong 💪
Choose your track:
🏃♀️ Beginner 5K Program
Start from the ground up! We’ll take you from beginner to confidently running a full 5K in just 6 weeks. Perfect for new runners or anyone getting back into running.
⚡ Faster 5K Program
Already running and want to improve your speed and strength? This track is designed for runners looking to get faster. Recommended: comfortable 3-mile running base.
📍 Locations & Times (Both Programs)
Diamondhead (East Rec):
Mondays • Wednesdays • Fridays at 5:15 AM
Bay St. Louis (Washington Street Pavilion):
Mondays • Wednesdays • Fridays at 5:30 AM
Two locations, two training paths—one strong finish. 🏁
Spots are limited—join us this winter!
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 at 5:15 AMSee full details
Want to run a 10K?
Thinking about beginning training for a half marathon and need a place to start? Whether it’s your first 10K or your first 10K in a while, we’ll get you across the finish line with our 6-week training program!
Our experienced coaches will run with you three times per week in the six weeks leading up to the race. You’ll gain the confidence, techniques, and fitness needed to cross the finish line strong.
We can’t wait to see you!
🗓 Event Details & Schedule
Dates: February 23, 2026 – April 3, 2026
Weekly Training Options:
Monday & Wednesday
Bay St. Louis Group: 5:30 AM
📍 Washington Street Pavilion
598 S. Beach Blvd., Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Diamondhead Group: 5:15 AM
📍 East Rec (Diamondhead)
Saturday Long Run (All Groups Together)
7:00 AM
📍 Washington Street Pavilion (unless otherwise noted)
Washington Street Pavilion is our default location. Occasionally, we’ll use other locations and will notify you in advance.
⚠️ Important
Waiver: Please be sure you’ve signed the waiver during registration so we can maintain our insurance coverage. Thank you!
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Sat, Feb 28, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Miles That Matter – Community Fun Run
Saturday, February 28 | 8:00 AM
📍 Start & Finish: Mockingbird Café
Hosted by Bay Saint Louis Running Company & The Mockingbird Café
Join us for Miles That Matter, our February community fun run — a relaxed, untimed loop centered on community, movement, and giving back.
💙 100% of proceeds benefit the Bay-Waveland School District Lunch Gap Account, helping cover unpaid lunch balances and ensure students have access to school meals when they need them.
Event Details:
Untimed, fun run/walk (all paces welcome)
Starts and finishes at Mockingbird Café
Mimosas and juice at the finish
Walk, run, scoot, or roll — kids, strollers, and dogs welcome
Let’s move together for something bigger than ourselves.
Community miles. Local impact. Miles that matter.
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Sat, Mar 07, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
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9:00 AM start for 10 Mile and 5k
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USATF certified course for both out and back courses along Bay St Louis/Waveland beach.
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Awards for all the normal divisions (see race flyer for details).
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$20 for GCRC Members, $22 for Non-Members
- You can manage your membership here: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/GulfCoastRunningClub/SelfServe
If you would like to join the GCRC, visit our membership page here: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/GulfCoastRunningClub
- $25 for late registration the morning of the race.
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$15 for all children 12 and under in the 5k
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T-Shirts guaranteed to pre-registrations only
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Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
🏃♀️✨ Join Us for the BSL Classic 10K, 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run! ✨🏃♂️
🎸 “What’s My Pace Again?” – Late 90s / Early 2000s Alternative Edition 🎶
Get ready to rock your run! On Saturday, April 11, 2026, Bay Saint Louis Running Company invites you to lace up and hit the streets for the BSL Classic 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run — our ultimate throwback celebration of alt-rock nostalgia.
📍 NEW Start & Finish: Mockingbird Cafe
⏰ Start Time 5K/10K: 8:00 AM
⏰ Start Time 1 mile: 9:30 AM
🎭 Theme: Channel your inner 90s/2000s icon — think 311, Blink-182, Red Hot Chili Peppers, No Doubt, and more. Costumes encouraged!
🎶 We’re pumped to have live music from the one and only The All Nighters playing at the event this year!
Expect big energy, throwback jams, and serious post-race vibes.
Whether you’re chasing a PR or just here for the nostalgia, this race delivers all the vibes and none of the dial-up lag.
📦 Packet Pickup
📅 April 10 | 4:00–7:00 PM
📍 The Backyard Beer Garden, 126 Blaize Avenue, Bay Saint Louis
📅 April 11 | 7:00–8:00 AM
📍 At the race start (Mockingbird Cafe)
🎸 Let’s make some noise and run it back — 90s style.
👉 Register now:
https://runsignup.com/Race/MS/BaySaintLouis/BSLClassic10k
#BSLClassic #WhatsMyPaceAgain #RunBSL #BaySaintLouisRunningCompany #90sRunVibes #AltRockRun
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Bay St. Louis Sprint Triathlon
Seawall area south of Our Lady of the Gulf Church
228 S. Beach Blvd.
Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
The Bay Saint Louis Sprint Triathlon is the 11th annual USAT-Sanctioned Sprint Triathlon from Bay Saint Louis Races on July 11, 2026 in Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi. This race course is one of the few in the world held entirely along a scenic waterfront. The course consists of an 800-yard near-shore swim; a 15-mile bike ride along Beach Boulevard with only 1 turn, and a 3.1-mile run along the Beach Boardwalk. Whether you are a beginner looking for a straight-forward course for your first tri or a seasoned Ironman who wants to see what your bike can do on a fast course, this race is for you!
Event details and schedule
Registration Fees:
April 1 to April 30 - $70 Relay Teams $120
May 1 to June 30 - $80 Relay Teams $135
July 1 to July 10 - $90 Relay Teams $150
NO day of race registration – Swag guaranteed only to first 200 to register
RACE ITINERARY - Subject to Change
Friday, July 10, 2026:
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Packet Pickup and Onsite Registration at Dan B Restaurant at 109 S. Beach Blvd.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
5:00AM - 6:30AM
Triathlon Check-in and Race Day Packet Pickup is at Dan B Restaurant. There is shelter and lights there & it is very close to the transition area.
5:30AM - 6:45AM
Transition Opens
Transition area will be at the Seawall area south of Our Lady of the Gulf Church at 228 S. Beach Blvd.
6:20AM - 6:45AM
Swim Course Opens for Triathlete Warm-up
6:50AM - 7:00AM
Triathletes line up at the starting line for the swim
7:00AM
RACE START!
On the beach
8:30AM
After Party! Dan B Restaurant at 109 S. Beach Blvd., Bay St Louis, MS 39520
9:30AM
Awards! Dan B Restaurant at 109 S Beach Blvd, Bay St Louis, MS 39520
Race Contact for more information: Leonard Vergunst – 228-380-7037 – [email protected]
Photos and Results can also be found at www.gulfcoastrunningclub.org and many more photos on the GCRC Facebook page.
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
🎨 Frida 5Kahlo – A Run Worth Painting About!
Saturday, July 11 | 8:00 AM
📍 Starts & Finishes at the Mockingbird Café | 2nd Street, Bay Saint Louis
Join Bay Saint Louis Running Company for the most colorful 5K of the summer—the Frida 5Kahlo! Come dressed in your best Frida Kahlo-inspired look and race through the heart of Old Town Bay St. Louis.
🕖 Packet Pickup: 7:00–8:00 AM at the Mockingbird Café on July 12th
🏃♀️ Race Start: 8:00 AM
⏱ Manual Timing
🏆 Awards for:
• Overall Male & Female
• Age Groups (5-year increments up to 70+)
• Best Costume
🥂 Post-Race Celebration includes:
Light snacks, water, beer, mimosas, and plenty of Frida flair.
Come kick off Frida Fest in the Bay with this one-of-a-kind race!
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Sat, Oct 24, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
The Bay Saint Louis Running Company is excited to present the Cult Classics 5K on Saturday, October 24, 2026! Join us for an unforgettable race that starts and finishes at the Mockingbird Cafe on 2nd Street at 8:00 AM.
Come dressed as your favorite cult classic movie character and celebrate the iconic figures of film with us! Whether you’re stepping into the shoes of an 80s hero, a sci-fi legend, or a quirky comedy character, this event is all about having fun, getting creative, and showing off your costume skills.
Event Highlights:
• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 8:00 AM start (packet pickup at 7:00 AM at Mockingbird Cafe)
• Location: Mockingbird Cafe, 2nd Street, Bay Saint Louis
We’re also thrilled to partner with Ainsley’s Angels of South Mississippi as our charity partner. Your participation supports their mission of promoting inclusion and empowering individuals with disabilities to participate in endurance events along the Gulf Coast.
Get ready for an awesome day of costumes, community, and a little friendly competition. We’ll see you at the starting line—don’t forget your costume!
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Thu, Nov 26, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
15th Annual Bay St. Louis Turkey Trot
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Bay St. Louis Train Depot • 1928 Depot Way Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Event details and schedule
Race Times:
5K - 8:00 am
1 mile - 9:00 am
Awards at 9:30 am
Packet pickup and registration available:
11-21-26 & 11-22-26 @ The Backyard Beer Garden from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM. 126 Blaize Avenue, Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
11-23-26 @ The Depot 1:00 - 6:00 PM
Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup will begin at the Train Depot from 6:30am till 8am for the 5K and the 1 Mile.
Awards for the 5k go to the Top 3 Overall Male and Female, First Overall Masters Male and Female and to the top three finishers in the age groups. (5 yr. increments)
1st Place - Turkey
2nd Place - Stuffing
3rd Place - Cranberry Sauce
Thanks & Giving go together, what better way to say thanks than by giving back to the charity of your choice?!
The 15th Annual Turkey Trot will be held in downtown Bay St. Louis to benefit the charity of your choice! The Turkey Trot will consist of a 5K CERTIFIED ROUTE and a 1 mile Fun Run. The race begins at 8:00 AM starting at the Bay St. Louis Train Depot, trotting through Old Town Bay Saint Louis, reaching the beautiful Beach Boulevard & being completely stuffed for the finish back at the Depot!
Prices:
5K: (5K Registration includes Turkey Trot t-shirt, all you can eat brunch, all you can drink beer and mimosas, and other fun swag!)
November 29th - $30
September 1st - $35
October 1st - $40
November 1st: $45
Race Day Nov. 26th: $50
1 Mile Fun Run: $20 (Does not include a race shirt)