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• Thin Mint Sprint 5K & Daisy Dash 1 Mile Fun Run [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Open to Everyone!

  While Girl Scouts may be famous for our cookies, we’re just as passionate about encouraging healthy living, confidence, and community connection. Girl Scouts Louisiana East invites...

  Open to Everyone!

  While Girl Scouts may be famous for our cookies, we’re just as passionate about encouraging healthy living, confidence, and community connection. Girl Scouts Louisiana East invites families, friends, and the general public to join us for the Thin Mint Sprint 5K and 1-Mile Daisy Dash Fun Run, held in the beautiful Audubon Park in New Orleans.

  Whether you’re racing for a personal best, cheering on your favorite Girl Scout, or simply enjoying a fun morning outdoors, this event is a great way to support local Girl Scout programming while promoting wellness and active lifestyles for all ages.

  Fundraising Incentives

  Participants are encouraged to fundraise in support of Girl Scouts Louisiana East, helping expand access to leadership development, outdoor adventures, STEM and DreamLab programming, and camp experiences across our council.

  Highest Individual Fundraiser

  Receives a $50 gift card and a gift basket

  Highest Fundraising Team

  Receives a $150 gift card, plus cookies for each team member

  Thin Mint Sprint 5K Prize Structure

  Awards will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each of the following age divisions:

  12 & Under

  13–18

  19–50

  51+

  1st Place: $50 gift card

  2nd Place: $25 gift card

  3rd Place: $10 gift card

  Each placing will also receive a medal and special running gear.

  Prizes are designed to celebrate athletic achievement while keeping the focus on fun, community, and supporting Girl Scouts Louisiana East. Whether you’re competing for a podium finish or enjoying the race atmosphere, the Thin Mint Sprint is all about movement, motivation, and making a positive impact.

  Daisy Dash 1-Mile Prize Structure

  Awards will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each age division.

  1st Place: $30 gift card

  2nd Place: $20 gift card

  3rd Place: $10 gift card

  Each placing will also receive a medal.

  The Daisy Dash is designed to celebrate participation, confidence, and a love of movement for our youngest runners, creating a fun and encouraging race experience they’ll be proud to be part of.

  4.9 km
  6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, Louisiana, 70118, United States
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  1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k Fun Run Run Sprint

• Breaking Dawn Run/Walk [nolarunning.com] [Register at raceroster.com]

  Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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  Breaking Dawn 5K and Kid's Dash - Sunday, April 12, 2026

  Lafreniere Park, Metairie, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, La.

  Enter Park via Downs Blvd. / Veterans Blvd.

  Presenting SponsorBenefitting - Rewards...

  Breaking Dawn 5K and Kid's Dash - Sunday, April 12, 2026

  Lafreniere Park, Metairie, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, La.

  Enter Park via Downs Blvd. / Veterans Blvd.

  Presenting SponsorBenefitting - Rewards for Reading and Scholarship Grant program.

  Fundraiser event of the Dawn Busters Kiwanis Club.

  All proceeds donated net entry fees and 100% of donations

  Time Schedule:

  7:30 am - Registration and Packet Pickup opens

  8:30 am – Start of Kid's Dash ( @ 1/4 mile )

  8:45 am – Start Breaking Dawn 5K Run/Walk

  10:00 am - Award presentations

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  7.1 km
  Lafreniere Park Downs Boulevard, Metairie, Louisiana, United States
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  5k Run Virtual Walk

• French Quarter Festival 5K [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  The 2026 French Quarter Festival 5K

  Be a part of history at the starting line! On Saturday, April 18, 2026, French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI) proudly presents the French Quarter Festival 5K....

  The 2026 French Quarter Festival 5K

  Be a part of history at the starting line! On Saturday, April 18, 2026, French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI) proudly presents the French Quarter Festival 5K. Starting at 8:00 AM, this landmark event celebrates the world-famous culture and streets in a competitive 5K run.

  Race Day Schedule:

  • 7:00 AM - Pre-race packet pickup

  • 8:00 AM - 5K Start

  • 9:30 AM - Award Ceremony (subject to change)

  Since 1984, FQFI has curated the "city's favorite festival," showcasing the soul of New Orleans through music and cuisine. As we re-introduce this 5k race (last seen in 2013), we invite you to be among the thousands of runners winding through the historic Vieux Carré. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your participation in this inaugural year helps ensure that the music, food, and traditions of New Orleans remain vibrant and free for generations to come.

  9.6 km
  Esplanade Ave. & Decatur St., New Orleans, Louisiana, 70116, United States
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  5k Run

• A Run/Walk through History 5K or 1K [nolarunning.com] [Register at raceroster.com]

  Sun, Apr 19, 2026 at 8:15 AM

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  A Run & Walk Through History 5K and 1K

  Sunday, April 19, 2026 - Historic Metairie Cemetery - New Orleans

  Benefiting nationally recognized Save Our Cemeteries

  part of the Preservation Resource Center...

  A Run & Walk Through History 5K and 1K

  Sunday, April 19, 2026 - Historic Metairie Cemetery - New Orleans

  Benefiting nationally recognized Save Our Cemeteries

  part of the Preservation Resource Center

  Presented by

  Read more about this fantastic New Orleans business on their website. Link below

  Ricca's LINK:

  Featuring a beautiful course totally inside historic Metairie Cemetery.

  Largest run/walk held inside a cemetery in the nation.

  Hosted by Metairie Cemetery and Funeral Home

  5.3 km
  Avenue W, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70005, United States
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  1k 5k Run Virtual Walk

• Carrollton 2 Mile Fun Run! [runsignup.com]

  Sun, Apr 19, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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  The Carrollton Running Program will culminate with our 2 Mile Fun Run on Sunday, April 19th at 8:30 am. Come out to the fly to celebrate our runners and all their hard work this season! Children...

  The Carrollton Running Program will culminate with our 2 Mile Fun Run on Sunday, April 19th at 8:30 am. Come out to the fly to celebrate our runners and all their hard work this season! Children enrolled in the Carrollton Run Club program are free. Friends, family and community members are welcome to join the race for just $20.00! Timing bib pickup will take place on race day morning. Race day registration is also available for non CRC members. Trophies will be awarded to top finishers in each age group!

  3.9 km
  New Orleans, Louisiana, 70118, United States
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  2 Miles Fun Run Run