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PTB - Walk, Run, Plant Hope 5K

Long Beach, Mississippi, United States

calendar_today 22 Aug, 2026

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sell $25.00 – $30.00

About the Event

Lace Up for Hope: Join the Plant the Block Walk, Run, Plant Hope 5K!

Ready to make your miles matter? Join us for the inaugural Plant the Block Walk, Run, Plant Hope 5K, where every step you take helps cultivate sustainable change and grow hope in our communities!

This isn't just a race. Our mission at Plant the Block is to invest time, resources, and mentorship into neighborhoods that need it most, creating spaces where people, purpose, and possibility can flourish. By participating in this 5K, you're directly supporting these vital initiatives.

Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best, a casual walker enjoying the camaraderie, or a family looking for a fun and meaningful day out, this event is for you!

Come together with fellow community enthusiasts, breathe in the fresh air, and know that with each stride, you're planting seeds of change.

Your participation helps us:
-Transform neglected spaces into vibrant community growth.
-Provide mentorship and resources for local youth.
-Foster greener, healthier, and more connected neighborhoods.

Registration Includes:
-Finisher Bag
-Finisher Medal
-Race Bib
-Shipping (Virtual)

Walk, Run, Plant Hope! Let's make a tangible difference together. Sign up today and be a part of growing a brighter future!

Races Offered

PTB - Walk, Run, Plant Hope 5K

Aug 22, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$25.00

PTB - Walk, Run, Plant Hope 5K (Virtual)

Aug 22, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

timer

08:00

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$30.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Long Beach.

thermostat Temperature

24.9° / 33.3°

wb_sunny Feels like

28.3° / 36.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 16m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

8.8 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Very high

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

High (7.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

74.3%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:23

nightlight Sunset

19:36

About Long Beach

Learn more about the host city, Long Beach.

Long Beach is a large port city in Los Angeles County in Southern California. Long Beach has some nice people-gathering amenities and genuine tourist attractions, such as a world-class aquarium and the Queen Mary floating museum/hotel. Special events are also held in the city like the annual Long Beach Grand Prix and the annual Long Beach Lesbian & Gay Pride event. When compared to other areas like Hollywood, West Hollywood, Santa Monica and West L.A., Long Beach may not always be at the top of someone's tourist visit to the Los Angeles area, but the city draws its fair share of visitors and has proven it can definitely hold its own.