What race distances can I run in Monroe?
Monroe has 5K (8). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Monroe, Louisiana
Upcoming running races in and near Monroe, Louisiana - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
9 upcoming races · 5 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Monroe races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 15, 2026The Atomic Two Miler Monroe, LAFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026Miles for Motion + 5k Color Run 2026 Monroe, LAFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026MAD Dash 5K Monroe, LAFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026MAD Dash 5k Monroe, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Nov 7, 2026Race for Renewal Monroe, LAFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Fall into Recovery 5K Monroe, LAFrom $25Register Sat, Dec 19, 2026Monroe Jingle Bell Classic Monroe, LAFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 27, 202710th Annual St. Vincent dePaul Community Pharmacy: Poor Man's Run Monroe, LAFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 27, 2027Glory 5k Run/Walk Monroe, LAFrom $25Details
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 Racing in Monroe
When is race season in Monroe?
August is the busiest month for races in Monroe, with 2 of the 9, followed by September with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Monroe?
3 of the 9 races in Monroe 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 Monroe races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 5 races in Monroe with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:02, 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 race in Monroe?
Browse Monroe run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.