Which Louisiana cities have the most Marathon races?
Metairie (1), New Orleans (1), Shreveport (1), Baton Rouge (1) lead the state for Marathon races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
Louisiana · Marathon
Marathon Races in Louisiana
Every upcoming Marathon in Louisiana, all 5 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
5 upcoming Marathon races · 3 with finish-time stats
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.
Marathon Races by City
Soonest Marathon Races in Louisiana
5 total Tue, Aug 25, 2026Fleet Feet Metairie Full & Half Marathon Metairie, LAFrom $65Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026New Orleans Marathon New Orleans, LAFrom $40Details Sun, Nov 22, 2026Sportspectrum's Log Jammer Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Shreveport, LAFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027The Louisiana Marathon Baton Rouge, LAFrom $20Details Sat, Mar 6, 20272027 Zydeco Marathon - 26.2 Full | 13.1 Half | Team Relay | 5k | 1 Mile Lafayette, LAFrom $20Details
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 Marathon in Louisiana
When are most Marathon races held in Louisiana?
November is the busiest month for Marathon races in Louisiana, with 2 of the 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do Louisiana Marathon races cost?
Entry fees for Marathon races here run from $20 to about $65, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a Marathon in Louisiana?
3 of the 5 Marathon 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 Marathon races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 3 Marathon races in Louisiana with published results, the typical median finish is around 4:32:25, 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.