Louisiana · 5K

5K Races in Louisiana

Every upcoming 5K in Louisiana, all 148 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.

148 upcoming 5K races · 82 with finish-time stats

10K 34Half Marathon 31Marathon 5Ultra 1
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By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Louisiana races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field2,976 finishersThe Louisiana Marathonin the Half MarathonLongest-running14th year14th Annual Ainsley's Angels Sunset 5Kannual tradition

5K Races by City

Shreveport 23New Orleans 16Baton Rouge 14Slidell 8Monroe 8Lafayette 8Bossier City 7Ruston 4Natchitoches 4Lake Charles 4Denham Springs 3Hammond 3Carencro 3Bossier 2Covington 2Thibodaux 2Houma 2Jennings 2Mandeville 2Crowley 2Calhoun 2Haynesville 1Breaux Bridge 1Harrisonburg 1

Soonest 5K Races in Louisiana

148 total
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Dog Days of Summer 5k & 1-Mile Run Denham Springs, LA1 Mile5KFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026SLAKK GIVES BACK 5K Baton Rouge, LA5KFrom $35Register Sat, Aug 8, 2026Claiborne Academy Rebel Glow Run 5k Haynesville, LA5KFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Domestic Violence Awarness Run 2026 New Orleans, LA5KFrom $25Register Sun, Aug 9, 2026Summer Meltdown Half Marathon - Shreveport Shreveport, LA50m1 Mile5K6.55 MilesFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026Butts & Guts 5K New Orleans, LA5KFrom $40Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026Live Oak High School 5K Denham Springs, LA1 Mile5KFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (33) Slidell, LA5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 15, 2026Liberty Ruck & 5k Ruston, LA5KFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026The Annual Run The Bluff 5K Baton Rouge, LA1 Mile5KFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026Miles for Motion + 5k Color Run 2026 Monroe, LA5KFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Shreveport, LA (34) Shreveport, LA5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register

How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 5K in Louisiana

Which Louisiana cities have the most 5K races?

Shreveport (23), New Orleans (16), Baton Rouge (14), Slidell (8) lead the state for 5K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.

When are most 5K races held in Louisiana?

October is the busiest month for 5K races in Louisiana, with 41 of the 148, followed by September with 33. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

How much do Louisiana 5K races cost?

Entry fees for 5K races here run from free to about $50, depending on the event and how early you register.

How early should I register for a 5K in Louisiana?

73 of the 148 5K races in Louisiana already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.

Are Louisiana 5K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 80 5K races in Louisiana with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:00, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

Are there trail 5K races in Louisiana?

Yes, 2 races around Louisiana get you off the pavement: 2 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.