JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Blues Marathon will return for its 18th year on Saturday, February 22. The event will celebrate Mississippi’s Blues heritage while promoting fitness and community spirit.

“We are incredibly proud to bring the Mississippi Blues Marathon to Jackson once again,” said Bill Burke, of Premier Event Management. “This year is especially meaningful as we honor the centennial birthdays of two Mississippi legends, B.B. King and Medgar Evers, through the power of music and running.”

Timothy Orey, founder of the JXN Run Club and Lululemon Run Ambassador, announced a pre-race shop night for registered participants at Lululemon at Renaissance at Colony Park in Ridgeland on Friday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The race offers multiple distances, including a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a half-mile fun run. Participants will start and finish near the historic Mississippi State Capitol, with live Blues music energizing the scenic course.

Runners will receive finisher medals and race shirts, with a post-race celebration featuring food, drinks, and live entertainment.

Limited registration spots remain, and organizers encourage interested participants to sign up soon. Packet pickup will be held at Buffalo Peak Outfitters in Highland Village. Race day registration will be available at Ole Tavern on George Street.