The Joy Spreaders Foundation Farish Street 5K will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM CDT, starting at 752 North Farish Street in Jackson, MS. Proceeds from this event directly support the renovation of High Street Park in Downtown Jackson, helping create a revitalized space for families, events, and community growth. The event offers 5 km run, 5 km walk, and VIP options (priority check‑in, indoor air‑conditioned pre‑ and post‑race lounge at Magnolia Hall, complimentary hors d'oeuvres and cocktails). Virtual participation is also available.
| Category | Distance | Start Time | Location | VIP Lounge Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run (Standard) -- | 5 km -- | 9:00 AM -- | 752 North Farish Street, Jackson, MS -- | No -- |
| 5K Walk (Standard) -- | 5 km -- | 9:00 AM -- | 752 North Farish Street, Jackson, MS -- | No -- |
| 5K Run VIP -- | 5 km -- | 9:00 AM -- | 752 North Farish Street, Jackson, MS -- | Yes (indoor, AC, pre/post lounge, Magnolia Hall) -- |
| 5K Walk VIP -- | 5 km -- | 9:00 AM -- | 752 North Farish Street, Jackson, MS -- | Yes (indoor, AC, pre/post lounge, Magnolia Hall) -- |
| Virtual 5K Run/Walk -- | 5 km -- | Any time -- | Anywhere -- | No -- |
All participants must follow event rules as provided by the organizer. The guaranteed t‑shirt deadline is May 16, 2026. Packet pickup, awards, route map, and sponsor information are available on the event website. Sponsors include Asics, Atmos Energy, Bravo Italian Restaurant & Bar, Broad Street, Club 4 Fitness, Element Wellness Studio, Fleet Feet, Hal & Mal's, Hope Credit Union, High Horse Bite & Beverage Barn, MoveStrong, Johnny T's Bistro & Blues, Rest Recover Wellness JXN, Sal & Mookie's, Sippsi, and Whirl.
The Joy Spreaders Foundation Farish Street 5K in Jackson, MS on June 6, 2026, offers a 5 km run/walk (standard and VIP options) and virtual participation starting at 9:00 AM, with VIP lounge access at Magnolia Hall, guaranteed t‑shirt with registration by May 16, and proceeds supporting High Street Park renovation.
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:00
$50.39
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:00
$82.65
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:00
$50.39
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:00
$82.65
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:00
$50.39
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:00
$50.39
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Jackson.
Learn more about the host city, Jackson.
Jackson is the capital of the state of Mississippi. While it may not offer much in terms of tourism today, Jackson can be used as a stopover for getting to other parts of the state or further.
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