Mississippi
7th annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon takes place this weekend
The 7th annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon runs this weekend with races Saturday and Sunday.
The lengthy races provide a singular alternative to run on Seashore Boulevard, beginning in Cross Christian and ending at MGM Park in Biloxi. The course is scenic, flat, and quick.
There’s a post-race get together that includes native seafood, BBQ, beer, and nice music.
This yr, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon has a brand new course for the Margaritaville 5K. It can characteristic a point-to-point course beginning in Ocean Springs and ending at Margaritaville Resort in Biloxi.
The Chevron Gulf Coast Youngsters Marathon begins at 9:30 a.m. and the Margaritaville 5K begins at 8 a.m. on Saturday. The complete marathon and half marathon kick-off Sunday at 7 a.m.
Partnership Director Craig Sweeney mentioned, “I’m excited to have the ability to have one thing that’s wholesome, that permits individuals to be lively and post-COVID when psychological well being is a priority, this can be a nice option to, as I say, run for the neck up. We will simply play a small half in that by having an occasion right here. That’s thrilling for us.”
When you would nonetheless wish to take part within the race, you’ll be able to nonetheless register on-line at mississippigulfcoastmarathon.com or register on the occasion.