Mississippi Blues Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K
Jackson's Mississippi Blues Marathon offers a flat, fast course with a unique stadium finish.
Race Date
Feb 20, 2027
Location
Jackson, MS
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, February 20, 2027
- Location
- Jackson, Mississippi
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 880 Yards
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 14,924
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Mississippi Blues Marathon series, first run in 2008 and now in its 17th edition, offers a fast, flat course that begins and ends within the iconic Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium at Jackson State University. This USATF-certified event is designed for speed, with minimal elevation change and a net drop that aids runners aiming for personal bests.
Attracting runners from approximately 33 states, the series typically sees around 371 finishers in its half marathon, with a loyal contingent of about 14% returning each year. The event provides a short-sleeve sublimated technical t-shirt for half marathoners, along with a commemorative 4.5-inch finisher medal, celebrating the 20th anniversary edition.
With typical race-day temperatures ranging from 39-60°F, the Mississippi Blues Marathon provides a cool, comfortable environment for runners. The unique start and finish on the 50-yard line of the stadium adds a memorable touch to this community-focused event.
Race-provided description
The 20th Anniversary Edition of the Mississippi Blues Marathon will start and finish from Jackson State University Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium, 2531 North State Street Jackson, MS 39216 Join us for a morning of Family, Fitness and Fun at the 2026 Mississippi Blues Marathon, Half Marathon, Marathon Relay, 10K, 5K and the BB Kids Half Mile Fun Run. #RunTheBlues 2027 MISSISSIPPI BLUES MARATHON WELLNESS FESTIVAL ( New Annual Event) Packet Pick Up & Race Weekend In-Person Registration Information Friday, February 19, 2027 Race Packet Pickup and New Race Registration Veterans Memorial Stadium 11:00 am – 6:00 pm 2027 MISSISSIPPI BLUES MARATHON WELLNESS FESTIVAL (New Annual Event) Race Start Area: Jackson State University Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium, 2531 North State Street Jackson, MS 39216 Both our start & finish are located on the 50 yard line from Veterans Memorial Stadium inside this Iconic Football Complex. All races will start & finish at the same locations! Saturday, February 20, 2027 5:30am – 7:15 am - Late Packet Pick Up & Registration Athletes at the 2027 event receive the following:
Long Sleeve Sublimated Shirts – (Registered Marathon Runners Only). Short Sleeve Sublimated Technical T-Shirts will be awarded to our, Half Marathoners, Marathon Relay, 10K and 5K runners
Beautiful 4.5" 20th Anniversary Finisher Medals to all athletes in every distance event.
Commemorative Mississippi Blues - 20th Anniversary Race Bibs
Commemorative Mississippi Blues - Visit Jackson Tote Bags
Complimentary plates of Jambalaya, Fresh Fruit, Chips, Snacks, Bottled Water, Bottled Gatorade, Canned Soft Drinks, and Bud Light Beer
Light Beer for athletes over the age of 21 provided by Southern Beverage.
And as a Special Treat, Cup Cakes will be served honoring each and every official finisher!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, February 20, 2027
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
Short Sleeve Sublimated T-Shirt
Start Location
Jackson State University Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium 2531 North State Street Jackson, MS 39216, Jackson, MS, 39216
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
MS20003MS · Mississippi Blues Half Marathon 2020
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8417 years running
~392 finishers a year
shrinking
14% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources · 4 photos
runners from 33 states
winner 1:17:21
typical high 60°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
39°
Afternoon (High)
60°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.2"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 14,924 finishers actually crossed the line across 17 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
14,924
Median time
2:15:51
Latest turnout
371
States
51
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Mississippi Blues Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K?
The Mississippi Blues Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K is held on Saturday, February 20, 2027, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the Mississippi Blues Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K take place?
It takes place in Jackson, Mississippi.
What distances does the Mississippi Blues Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 880 Yards.
Is the Mississippi Blues Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The Mississippi Blues Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Mississippi Blues Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 14,924 runners who have completed the Mississippi Blues Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K.
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