Saturday, Mar 1, 2025 at 8:00am
The entire Vicksburg Run Thru History race course is within the boundaries of the historic Vicksburg National Military Park which commemorates one of the most decisive battles of the American Civil War - the campaign, siege and defense of Vicksburg. The race course is challenging with steep inclines and rolling hills that wind through the scenic battlefield taking you past cannons, fortifications, and trenches that have remained from the war. The National Park Service has erected markers to denote the location of military units and the skirmishes in which they were involved. Large prominent granite and marble monuments have been erected over the years by various states to commemorate the efforts of their soldiers during the war. The race is started by the firing of a reproduction Civil War cannon along with a living history encampment and demonstrations to immerse park visitors in the sights and sounds of the past. Race direction is provided by the Mississippi Track Club.
Event Schedule:
10K race starts at 8:00 a.m.
5K walk starts at 8:05 a.m.
Cannonball Run 1 Miler starts at 9:30 a.m.
Awards ceremony at 10:30 a.m.
Age Groups and Categories
The 10K run will include the following USA Track & Field (USATF) age groups: 19-under; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 & over. The 5K walk will include the following age groups: 19-under; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79 & 80 and older. Awards will be given to male and female Overall, Masters (40-49), Grand Masters (50-59), and Senior Masters (60 & above) in both the 10K run and 5K walk.
The Cannonball Run 1-mile fun run is for children age 12 and younger. Awards will be given for the overall male and overall female finishers. Medals will be given to the first 100 Cannonball Run finishers.
At this time we do not have a separate category for wheelchair competitors. If you choose to participate as a wheelchair competitor, please register early so that we can accommodate your needs. Wheelchair racing guidelines will apply.
