The Mississippi Blues Marathon, taking place on February 22, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi, celebrates the state’s cultural blues heritage through a series of races, including a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, relay, virtual run and kids mini marathon. The course offers runners a scenic tour of Jackson’s historic districts, with participants experiencing the city’s vibrant music and civil rights history. The marathon also features a relay race, where teams of five can tackle the full marathon distance. This year’s event marks the 100th anniversaries of both blues icon B.B. King and civil rights activist Medgar Evers. It’s an exciting and challenging race for participants of all levels, combined with the rhythm and spirit of Mississippi’s rich musical legacy.
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Premier Event Management, LLC, brings you the Mississippi Blues Marathon on February 22, 2025—a race that challenges runners with its 42.195 km certified course. Featuring 183 meters of elevation gain, this Boston-qualifying marathon weaves through Jackson’s historic streets and iconic landmarks.
The Mississippi Blues Half Marathon, organized by Premier Event Management, LLC, offers a 21.1 km adventure through Jackson’s dynamic streets on February 22, 2025. With a mix of gentle hills and flat sections totaling 150 meters of elevation gain, this race suits runners of all abilities.
The Mississippi Blues 10 km race, scheduled for February 22, 2025, presents a fun and fast-paced challenge for runners of all levels. Hosted by Premier Event Management, LLC, the course features 59 meters of elevation gain and the excitement of running through Jackson’s lively streets.
Premier Event Management, LLC, invites you to the Mississippi Blues 5 km race, taking place on February 22, 2025, in Jackson. This flat and accessible course is ideal for beginners, families, and anyone looking for a fun and energetic run.
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FAQs
What is the Mississippi Blues Marathon?
How long is the Mississippi Blues Marathon?
Where does the Mississippi Blues Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Blues Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Blues Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Blues Marathon?
Premier Event Management, LLC, brings you the Mississippi Blues Marathon on February 22, 2025—a race that challenges runners with its 42.195 km certified course. Featuring 183 meters of elevation gain, this Boston-qualifying marathon weaves through Jackson’s historic streets and iconic landmarks.
The Mississippi Blues Marathon is 42km long.
The Mississippi Blues Marathon takes place in Jackson, Mississippi, USA.
The Mississippi Blues Marathon elevation gain is 183 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Blues Marathon?
Premier Event Management, LLC, brings you the Mississippi Blues Marathon on February 22, 2025—a race that challenges runners with its 42.195 km certified course. Featuring 183 meters of elevation gain, this Boston-qualifying marathon weaves through Jackson’s historic streets and iconic landmarks.
How long is the Mississippi Blues Marathon?
The Mississippi Blues Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Mississippi Blues Marathon take place?
The Mississippi Blues Marathon takes place in Jackson, Mississippi, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Blues Marathon?
The Mississippi Blues Marathon elevation gain is 183 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Blues Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Blues Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon?
How long is the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon?
Where does the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon?
The Mississippi Blues Half Marathon, organized by Premier Event Management, LLC, offers a 21.1 km adventure through Jackson’s dynamic streets on February 22, 2025. With a mix of gentle hills and flat sections totaling 150 meters of elevation gain, this race suits runners of all abilities.
The Mississippi Blues Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Mississippi Blues Half Marathon takes place in Jackson, Mississippi, USA.
The Mississippi Blues Half Marathon elevation gain is 150 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon?
The Mississippi Blues Half Marathon, organized by Premier Event Management, LLC, offers a 21.1 km adventure through Jackson’s dynamic streets on February 22, 2025. With a mix of gentle hills and flat sections totaling 150 meters of elevation gain, this race suits runners of all abilities.
How long is the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon?
The Mississippi Blues Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon take place?
The Mississippi Blues Half Marathon takes place in Jackson, Mississippi, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon?
The Mississippi Blues Half Marathon elevation gain is 150 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Blues Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Blues 10km?
How long is the Mississippi Blues 10km?
Where does the Mississippi Blues 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Blues 10km?
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Blues 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Blues 10km?
The Mississippi Blues 10 km race, scheduled for February 22, 2025, presents a fun and fast-paced challenge for runners of all levels. Hosted by Premier Event Management, LLC, the course features 59 meters of elevation gain and the excitement of running through Jackson’s lively streets.
The Mississippi Blues 10km is 10km long.
The Mississippi Blues 10km takes place in Jackson, Mississippi, USA.
The Mississippi Blues 10km elevation gain is 59 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Blues 10km?
The Mississippi Blues 10 km race, scheduled for February 22, 2025, presents a fun and fast-paced challenge for runners of all levels. Hosted by Premier Event Management, LLC, the course features 59 meters of elevation gain and the excitement of running through Jackson’s lively streets.
How long is the Mississippi Blues 10km?
The Mississippi Blues 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Mississippi Blues 10km take place?
The Mississippi Blues 10km takes place in Jackson, Mississippi, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Blues 10km?
The Mississippi Blues 10km elevation gain is 59 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Blues 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Blues 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Blues 5km?
How long is the Mississippi Blues 5km?
Where does the Mississippi Blues 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Blues 5km?
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Blues 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Blues 5km?
Premier Event Management, LLC, invites you to the Mississippi Blues 5 km race, taking place on February 22, 2025, in Jackson. This flat and accessible course is ideal for beginners, families, and anyone looking for a fun and energetic run.
The Mississippi Blues 5km is 5km long.
The Mississippi Blues 5km takes place in Jackson, Mississippi, USA.
Runna classifies the Mississippi Blues 5km elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mississippi Blues 5km?
Premier Event Management, LLC, invites you to the Mississippi Blues 5 km race, taking place on February 22, 2025, in Jackson. This flat and accessible course is ideal for beginners, families, and anyone looking for a fun and energetic run.
How long is the Mississippi Blues 5km?
The Mississippi Blues 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Mississippi Blues 5km take place?
The Mississippi Blues 5km takes place in Jackson, Mississippi, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mississippi Blues 5km?
Runna classifies the Mississippi Blues 5km elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Mississippi Blues 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mississippi Blues 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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