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Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk

Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk was a running race held on October 10, 2026 in Marks, MS, with an entry fee of $25.

Date
October 10, 2026 (Race complete)
Price
$25
Sport
Running

This race has already happened.

It was held on October 10, 2026. Registration for this edition is closed.

From the Organizer

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 People’s 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

 

Events

5K Run$25
5K Walk$25

About Marks, MS

Nearest Airport

MEM

Memphis International Airport · 57 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

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Race Location

This Race Is
In The Books

Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk was held on October 10, 2026 at 220 Chestnut Street, Marks, MS. Registration for this edition is closed — but there is always another start line.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk?
Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk was a running race held in Marks, Mississippi on October 10, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where was the Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk?
Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Marks, Mississippi at 220 Chestnut Street. Registration for this edition is closed.
Can I still register for the Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk?
No — this edition was held on October 10, 2026 and registration is closed. Browse upcoming running races to find your next one.