"Star-Spangled Night Run" in Vicksburg

SCHF presents the 9^th Annual “Star-Spangled Night Run” in Vicksburg.

A 5K Night Run/Walk through downtown Vicksburg on June 20, 2026

The Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation (SCHF) is thrilled to present the 9^th Annual “Star-Spangled Night Run in Vicksburg.” Come join us and help us light up the night in this unique event which will include a 5K run and a 5K walk through downtown Vicksburg! It will take place on Saturday, June 20th at 8:00pm and will begin and end at the Southern Cultural Heritage Center.

Registration is open now! And there are several ways to participate! Registration options are: $35 – 5K Individual Fee, $20 – 5K Kids Registration (12 & under), these fees are good through June 12th (add $5 after June 12^th); 5K registrations include a Night Run T-shirt, Race Bib, Glow Item, and FREE Admission to the After-Party; $30 – Spirit Runner registration includes a Night Run T-shirt, Glow Item, & FREE Admission to After-Party; and $10 – After-Party Armband (only necessary if you are not registered for the race). The first 150 registered participants will be guaranteed a Night Run Shirt. Entry forms and complete event details are available by visiting southernculture.org. Entry forms and fees can be dropped off at SCHF Business Office or mailed to SCHF, 1302 Adams Street, Vicksburg, MS 39180, or you can register online at www.RaceRoster.com. Race packet pick-up will be Friday, June 19th at the SCHF Auditorium (corner of Crawford and Cherry Streets) from 3:00pm -6:00pm and before the race on Saturday at the race site starting at 6:30 pm.

After you cross the finish line, the party begins in the SCHC Auditorium! The After-Party will include food, drinks, music, and fun for all! We will light up the night just in time for Independence Day! For FREE entry into the After-Party which includes free food and drink, runners and walkers should show their race bib and volunteers should wear their Night Run T-shirt. All others can pay $10 for an After-Party Armband for entrance to the party.

For more information, please call the SCHF office at 601-631-2997 or email info@southernculture.org.