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The color of the rainbow is as diverse as the people in our community. To celebrate this diversity, MS Capital City Pride offers the fifth annual Rainbow Run 5k (and children's rainbow fun run). An inclusive, fun and competitive race that honors all LGBTQ+ individuals and the allies that support us as it raises money for LGBTQ+ causes.
This amazing race on Saturday June 13, 2026 at 8 am will run through the beautiful and historic Fondren neighborhood in Jackson, MS. The race will start and stop at Broadmeadow UMC park (4419 Broadmeadow Drive, Jackson, MS 39206).
PACKET PICKUP is Friday, June 12 4-6:30 pm at Broadmeadow UMC, or race morning beginning at 7 am. Onsite registration available. Day of registration $55.
MS Capital City Pride's mission is to provide safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community while advocating for their needs and intentionally creating opportunities to mentor emerging leaders in the Jackson Metro area.
The vision of Capital City Pride is to build a community of people with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations who are united, visible, and equal with all Mississippians.
Capital City Pride is made up by a 11 person Board. Its members represent all sexual orientations, socioeconomic backgrounds, race, and age.
Capital City Pride is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to organizations with 501(c)(3) status may be tax deductible.
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 Quarter Zip 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!