Screams for Scholars 5K Run
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The GW and Arcola Wallace Foundation presents Screams for Scholars 5K Run
The GW and Arcola Wallace Foundation presents a Halloween-themed community 5K on October 31, 2026, at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science in Jackson, Mississippi. The event is organized to support the foundation's educational programs and scholarship initiatives that create opportunities for students.
The program pairs a timed 5K run/walk with family-focused activities. Features listed for the event include encouragement to wear costumes, DJ music, a kids fun run, trick-or-treating, face painting, food trucks, and prizes with awards for first, second, and third place. The format accommodates runners, joggers, and walkers and includes a separate shorter run for children.
Registration details shown include fees and availability windows. Where pricing applies, listed amounts include mandatory charges and fees. Registration was available from August 21 through October 30, 2026.
- 5K Run $34.25 registration Aug 21 to Oct 30
- Kids Fun Run $7.37 registration Aug 21 to Oct 30
The venue address is 2148 Riverside Dr, Jackson, MS 39202, at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. The event description emphasizes fundraising for education and the foundation's investment in the next generation of scholars. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
