When are most 5K races held in Baton Rouge?
August is the busiest month for 5K races in Baton Rouge, with 3 of the 14, followed by October with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Louisiana · 5K
5K Races in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Every upcoming 5K around Baton Rouge, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
14 upcoming 5K races found · 13 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Baton Rouge races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026SLAKK GIVES BACK 5K Baton Rouge, LAFrom $35Register Sat, Aug 22, 2026The Annual Run The Bluff 5K Baton Rouge, LAFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Ryan's Run/Walk Race For Sickle Cell Disease Baton Rouge, LAFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Patriot Day Color Run/Walk Baton Rouge, LAFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 10, 20261 Million Steps 2 Safety 5K Run/Walk Baton Rouge, LAFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Baton Rouge, LA Baton Rouge, LAFrom $10Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Footprints Forever 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run Baton Rouge, LAFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Born to Run - Baton Rouge Baton Rouge, LAFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Run The Runway 5K Run and Fun Walk Baton Rouge, LAFrom $25Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Baton Rouge Turkey Trot Baton Rouge, LAFrom $25Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Human Trafficking Awareness 5K Baton Rouge, LAFrom $25Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027The Louisiana Marathon Baton Rouge, LAFrom $20Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027SMHS PAC and HSEP Gumbo Run 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run Baton Rouge, LAFrom $10Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Seize the Day Warrior Walk + 5K - Baton Rouge Baton Rouge, LAFrom $30Details
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 Baton Rouge
How much do Baton Rouge 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from $10 to about $35, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in Baton Rouge?
9 of the 14 5K races in Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 12 5K races in Baton Rouge with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:47, 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.
Where can I train for a 5K in Baton Rouge?
Browse Baton Rouge run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.