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11 events in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find 5k events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • Crimson River Run 5K/10K [raceroster.com]

    Sat, Mar 07, 2026

    5k 10k Run

    Southern University and A&M College, Harding Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
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  • The Wearin' of the Green 5K Shamrock Run [wearinofthegreen.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 14, 2026 at 9:30 AM

    Description

    The 2026 Wearin' of the Green 5K Shamrock Run

    WHEN - Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 9:30 am

    WHERE - Moreau Physical Therapy

    3129 Perkins Road

    Baton Rouge, LA

    DESCRIPTION -

    The 5K Shamrock Run is a...

    The 2026 Wearin' of the Green 5K Shamrock Run

    WHEN - Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 9:30 am

    WHERE - Moreau Physical Therapy

    3129 Perkins Road

    Baton Rouge, LA

    DESCRIPTION -

    The 5K Shamrock Run is a community event fun for the whole family to enjoy in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day! Great opportunity to run on the last mile of the historic Wearin' of the Green St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Baton Rouge. This is the 7th year for the Shamrock Run and we love the excitement it generates!

    Crossing the finish line is just the beginning! Please join us for a fabulous after party behind Moreau’s and don’t forget the 41st Wearin' of the Green St. Patrick's Day Parade rolls at 11:00 a.m. WEAR YOUR GREEN!

    ** Please note that the 2026 route will be slightly different. After many requests, the loop will reverse. Runners will head up Perkins Road, turn left on E Lakeshore Drive, loop around to E Lakeshore Drive toward Dalrymple, Right on Magnolia Drive, Right on Perkins to Moreau PT.

    EVENT DETAILS

    • Early bird fees start at $35. Join us for another fantastic run on the last mile of the historic Parade Route! Registration fees start increasing January 1, 2026.

    • Race Day is the same day as the parade: March 14, 2026. Race starts at 9:30 a.m. Parade begins at 11 a.m.

    • The Wearin' of the Green 5K Shamrock Run is proud to partner with Varsity Sports and Moreau Physical Therapy. See you on RACE DAY!

    DAY OF RUN DETAILS

    8:30am - Race Day Packet Pickup Opens behind Moreau Physical Therapy

    9:30am - 5K Shamrock Run Start

    9:30am - Finisher After Party opens behind Moreau Physical Therapy

    10:15am - Awards Ceremony

    REGISTRANTS

    . We’re offering some awesome swag this year to the first 500 that register. Check back for updates.

    · Receive customized bib with timing chip

    · Entrance to post-race party – food – beverage – entertainment!

    · First 500 finishers receive an awesome 2026 Shamrock Run finisher medal

    · Awards will be given to the top 10 male and top 10 female finishers after the race

    SPONSORS and VOLUNTEERS - Interested in becoming a sponsor or volunteer for the 5K Shamrock Run? Email Brittany Shingleton at shamrockrunbr@gmail.com. Sponsorship package information can be found HERE.

    RACE RULES

    For the safety of all participants, and for insurance reasons: Baby joggers or strollers are not allowed in the 5K race. No dogs in the race or the start/finish area. No participants with leg or foot casts. No exceptions to above rules. *Stragglers will be escorted off the route by Baton Rouge's finest police officers to make way for the Parade.

    REGISTRATION FEES (Early & Late Fees & dates):

    September 14, 2025, NOON $35

    January 1, 2026, 12 a.m. $45

    February 1, 2026, 12 a.m. $55

    March 1, 2026, 12 a.m. $65

    March 13, 2026, 12 a.m. $75

    Registration closes Friday, March 13 at 10 AM. There is a limit of 700 spots. No more registrations once online closes so hurry and get your spot today!

    CANCELLATION POLICY

    Shamrock Run Fees are non-refundable & entries are non-transferable. Once we receive and accept your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate for any reason whatsoever, you shall not give or sell your bib number to anyone else, and you shall not transfer your entry fee to a future race. In the event that the Shamrock Run is postponed or canceled by the Organizer or by order or request of any court, the city, parish, state or federal government for any reason whatsoever, including but not limited to any fortuitous event, then the Shamrock Run Fees remain non-refundable.

    PACKET PICKUP

    Early Packet Pickup is encouraged. Come grab your chipped bib and goodie bag! If you are unable to make it at this time, race-day packet pickup will be available beginning at 8:30am Race Day.

    • Friday, March 13 | 12pm-6pm | Baton Rouge Green . Located at 2241 Christian Street, Baton Rouge, LA

    • Saturday, March 14, Race Day | 830am | BEHIND Moreau Physical Therapy. Race starts at 9:30am.

    AWARDS – First 500 finishers receive a unique 2026 Shamrock Run finisher medal.

    Awards will still be given to the top 10 male and top 10 female finishers after the race compliments of Brooks Running.

    3.1 Miles 5k Run

    3129 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70808, United States
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  • YMCA Corporate Cup 5K Run/Walk [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    The YMCA Corporate Cup 5K Run

    300 S. River Rd., Baton Rouge, LA 70802

    The YMCA Corporate Cup, which is the former Providence Corporate Cup, is a 5K run/walk with a new route this year. It will be...

    The YMCA Corporate Cup 5K Run

    300 S. River Rd., Baton Rouge, LA 70802

    The YMCA Corporate Cup, which is the former Providence Corporate Cup, is a 5K run/walk with a new route this year. It will be held near Downtown Baton Rouge across from the Cane’s River Center on S. River Road. It advocates wellness in the workplace and camaraderie among colleagues.

    Race headquarters and Post-race party will be located on the Riverfront Plaza across from the River Center. The event offers a 3.1 mile course, four Corporate race divisions, a Fun Team division and an Individual division to suit everyone's needs. Awards to winners in each division, the Corporate Wellness Award, Oldie but Goodie Award for the oldest male and female runners. Being fit, learning more about living longer and healthier, nutrition and building camaraderie with your team and friends, chip timing and more!

    Race Day Activities

    We are planning an exiting After Party which will include beer, food vendors (to purchase food) as well as, the food from the cookoff. We are anticipating a spacewalk and face painting for the kiddos. We will also feature a line dancing segment. So bring the entire family for a fun and exciting time at this year's Corporate Cup.

    Chip Timing

    Race bibs with timing chips will be REQUIRED for scoring. In other words, if all members of a team do not have bibs, then the member without a bib will not be scored for the team. Bibs will be assigned to all registered runners. Bibs are found in the race packets, which can be picked up the Friday at packet pickup before race day.

    Participation is not limited to competitors only; many companies have on-site tent locations for their employees, business associates, family and friends to be a part of the community-driven event.

    If your company would like to rent a tent space or a total tent rental package, please go here.

    YMCA Corporate Cup T-shirts are included with registration. Registrations made after 3.14.2026 will not have a t-shirt option.

    CookOff Challenge

    There is no fee to enter the contest, all meat products will be provided by Manda’s Fine Meats. The deadline to enter will be 3/20/26 to allow Manda’s to provide the product. Participants will have the opportunity to “sample” the food.

    The Cook-Off Challenge will be judged for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. The guidelines for the challenge are outlined below. To register for the challenge click here.

    • Cooking cannot begin on the grounds any earlier than 6:00 am

    • Any flames/fires/grills must have a fire extinguisher nearby

    • Company name must be prominently displayed

    • Food must be ready for tasting by 10:00 am

    3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk

    300 S. River Road, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802, United States
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  • YMCA Corporate Cup 5K Run/Walk - Tents & Spaces Rentals, Sponsorships & Cook-Off Challenge [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Tent Rental Package Includes:

    Includes tent, space, tables, & chairs. Tent rental includes setup and breakdown of equipment and use of two (2) tables and twelve (12) chairs. Additional tables and...

    Tent Rental Package Includes:

    Includes tent, space, tables, & chairs. Tent rental includes setup and breakdown of equipment and use of two (2) tables and twelve (12) chairs. Additional tables and chairs are available for rental if needed. All rentals, both space and tent, will be handled on a "first come, first served" basis. Tent requests will be accepted up until March 1, 2026. A tent map will be distributed after March 1st.

    Space Rental Includes:

    Provide your own tent and set up on a reserved space. This rental includes the use of two (2) tables and twelve (12) chairs. Additional tables and chairs are available for rental if needed. All rentals, both space and tent, will be handled on a "first come, first served" basis.

    Cook-Off Challenge:

    The Cook-Off Challenge will be judged for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. The guidelines for the challenge are outlined below. To register for the challenge click here.

    • Cooking cannot begin on the grounds any earlier than 6:00 am

    • Any flames/fires/grills must have a fire extinguisher nearby

    • Company name must be prominently displayed

    • Food must be ready for tasting by 10:00 am

    The YMCA Corporate Cup is a 5K run/walk held along the Mississippi River Levee Walk in Downtown Baton Rouge that advocates wellness in the workplace and camaraderie among colleagues.

    Race headquarters and post-race party held across the street from the River Center near the river. The event offers a 3.1-mile course running through beautiful downtown, four race divisions to suit the organization, awards to winners in each division, the Corporate Wellness Award, Company T-shirt design contest, Oldie but Goodie Award for the oldest male and female runners, food and fun, being fit, learning more about living longer and healthier, nutrition and building camaraderie with your team and friends, chip timing and more!

    See here for more details.

    Participation is not limited to competitors only; many companies have on-site tent locations for their employees, business associates, family and friends to be a part of the community-driven event.

    If you would like to participate in the Cook-Off Challenge, then please register here for the event. You can add space or tent rental to the registration.

    5k Run Walk

    300 S. River Road, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802, United States
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