What race distances can I run in Slidell?
Slidell has 5K (19), 10K (18), Half Marathon (18). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Louisiana · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Slidell, Louisiana
Upcoming running races in and near Slidell, Louisiana - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
19 upcoming races · 5 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Slidell races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Oct 17, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (42) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Oct 24, 2026Slidell Food & Fun Fest Races Slidell, LAFrom $26Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (44) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (47) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (51) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Jan 2, 2027New Year 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (02) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Jan 16, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (03) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Jan 30, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (05) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Feb 13, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (07) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Feb 20, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (08) Slidell, LAFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (11) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Mar 20, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (12) Slidell, LAFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 10, 2027Bunny 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (15) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Apr 17, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (16) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, May 8, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (19) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, May 15, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (20) Slidell, LAFrom $30Details Sat, May 29, 2027Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (22) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Jun 12, 2027Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (24) Slidell, LAFrom $30Register Sat, Jun 19, 2027Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Slidell, LA (25) Slidell, LAFrom $30Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Slidell. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
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 Oct 14, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Slidell
When is race season in Slidell?
October is the busiest month for races in Slidell, with 3 of the 19, followed by January with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Slidell races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 5 races in Slidell with published results, the typical median finish is around 41:15, 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 Slidell?
Browse Slidell run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.