Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Marks, Mississippi
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, in the charming town of Marks, Quitman. This annual event celebrates the rich history of the area, highlighting the 1968 Mule Train that sparked the Poor Peoples Campaign to Washington, D.C., and its connection to the iconic Delta Blues and the Mississippi Freedom Trails.
Participants can look forward to a flat course with just a couple of hills, making it accessible for both seasoned runners and enthusiastic walkers. Every pre-registered runner is guaranteed a stylish T-shirt in their chosen size, along with plenty of goody bags and refreshments, including free post-race soft drinks. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and a deep appreciation for the artistic and culinary talents of the north delta region. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to experience culture and community while enjoying an invigorating run!
Participants can look forward to a flat course with just a couple of hills, making it accessible for both seasoned runners and enthusiastic walkers. Every pre-registered runner is guaranteed a stylish T-shirt in their chosen size, along with plenty of goody bags and refreshments, including free post-race soft drinks. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and a deep appreciation for the artistic and culinary talents of the north delta region. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to experience culture and community while enjoying an invigorating run!
Organiser's Description
Join us for this annual event. Marks Mules & Blues Fest is centered on the 1968 historical event of the Mule Train which kicked-off the Poor Peoples Campaign to Washington, DC. It is linked to the established Delta Blues and the Mississippi Freedom Trails. The Marks Mules & Blues Festival showcases the north delta region's historical treasures, artistic talents - music, art, literature - and our southern style culinary skills.
T-shirt guaranteed to all timely pre-registered runners. Register early to assure your chosen size!
The course is relatively flat with one or two hills.
View route map above for more information.
- Plenty of goody bags
- Water table at half-way point
- Free post-race soft drinks & refreshments
T-shirt guaranteed to all timely pre-registered runners. Register early to assure your chosen size!
The course is relatively flat with one or two hills.
View route map above for more information.
- Plenty of goody bags
- Water table at half-way point
- Free post-race soft drinks & refreshments
Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk
