The Race for Grace Place returns to downtown Jackson, Mississippi, on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Hosted at Galloway Memorial United Methodist Church, this event is a vital fundraiser for Grace Place, a ministry dedicated to serving those who are food insecure. Beyond providing breakfast four days a week and operating a clothing closet, Grace Place focuses on building "unlikely friendships" between different members of the community. The event is a rain-or-shine celebration featuring art sales, silent auctions, and tours of the ministry’s facilities alongside the athletic competitions.
| Event Option | Distance | Start Time | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run | 5 km | 8:00 AM CDT | Timed competitive road run |
| 5K Walk | 5 km | 8:00 AM CDT | Timed competitive road walk |
| Block Walk | ~0.25 miles | 8:00 AM CDT | Casual stroll around the church block |
Logistics and Registration Deadlines
Online registration is currently open and will close on Friday, April 10, at 7:00 PM. To ensure your bib is ready for the event, participants are encouraged to register before the April 9 cutoff; those registering later will receive their bibs on race morning. For those who prefer to register in person, onsite registration begins at 7:00 AM on race day. Packet pick-up is scheduled for Friday afternoon at Grace Place from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Saturday morning before the starting gun.
Post-Race Celebration and Community Impact
The race concludes with an awards ceremony immediately following the 5K, honoring the top three male and female finishers in both the running and walking categories. A communal meal is served to all participants afterward, reflecting the hospitality and mission of Grace Place. With a fundraising goal of $6,500.00, the event relies heavily on sponsors and top fundraisers like Shirley Martin and Tristan Carpenter to sustain its clothing closet and worship celebrations. Parking is available at nearby St. Peter’s Church and the Republican Party offices, as the main church lot will be utilized for race festivities.
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
08:00
$34.09
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
08:00
$34.09
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — 0.4km
Type — Running
08:00
$23.39
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Jackson.
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