Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk

The Mules & Blues Fest 5K Run/Walk takes place in Marks, Mississippi, at the Quitman County Courthouse (220 Chestnut Street, Marks, MS 38646). This annual event is linked to the Marks Mules & Blues Fest, honoring the 1968 Mule Train and its connections to the Poor People’s Campaign, Delta Blues, and the Mississippi Freedom Trails. The event offers a 5K Run and a 5K Walk, with a relatively flat course and one or two small hills.

Perks include goody bags, a halfway water station, and post-race refreshments; T-shirts are guaranteed for timely pre-registered participants. Registration ends Oct 3, 2025 at 3:00pm CDT. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.