11 running events in Metairie, Louisiana

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Join us for a friendly, no-pressure group run on select Saturdays at 8:00 AM, starting from the Bonnabel Boat Launch. All paces and experience levels are welcome. Whether you’re training for a race or just getting some miles in, this is a great chance to run with others, enjoy the scenery, and build community. Come out, have fun, and start your weekend strong!

Upcoming Dates:

• Dec 6

• Dec 20

• Jan 3

• Jan 17

• Feb 7

• Feb 21

NOTC

Spring Training Clinic

For

Crescent City Classic

The NOTC presents a $30 ($25 NOTC Members) 10K & 5K clinic for runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. The sessions will be conducted by NOTC board members, RRCA-certified coaches and runners and walkers from our community. The training program will run for 10 weeks, starting Saturday, January 24, 2026, and concluding the week of the Crescent City Classic on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

Join us for this clinic which will prepare you for the CCC while enjoying the social aspects. All registered participants will receive a (1) free entry into 2026 Park 2 Park 10K/5K on Saturday March 14. The first session will be held Saturday, January 24, 2026, 8 AM, at the Bucktown Pavillion. Located inside the Bucktown Marina that is just over the levee off Metairie - Hammond Hwy.

Meeting Locations:

Spring training clinics will be held twice per week on Wednesday and Saturday. We will meet Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. at LaSalle Park and on Saturday mornings at 8:00 a.m. at Bucktown Pavilion. Training locations will be announced at the first meeting. Training locations may vary due to seasonal events or other location considerations. A training plan will be provided to all participants, which will require other trainings separate from the two weekly group trainings.

The NOTC Spring Running and Walking Clinic is open to all runners and walkers, NOTC members and nonmembers alike. This clinic is designed to keep people active and engaged in events that promote fitness and social enjoyment.

🎉🎭 Join us for 7th Annual Mardi Gras 10K/5K on February 22nd, 2025🎉🎭

Presented by Gulf Coast Bank

🎭 Kick off the Mardi Gras season in Jefferson Parish with a bang!

It's not just a race; it's an experience like no other! 🎭

• Event Day Schedule:

6:30 AM - Late Registration & Packet Pickup Opens

7:30 AM - Kids' Half Mile

8:00 AM - Mardi Gras 10K/5K

Here's what you can look forward to:

🏅 Finisher Medal & Race Shirt🎽: All registered participants receive a finisher commemorative finisher medal and race shirt!

🥳 Early Access to Family Gras: After you cross the finish line, bring the whole family and celebrate at Family Gras! Free admission and fun for all ages!

Delicious King Cake: Satisfy your taste buds wit Additional food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Largest Team Competition: Come for the run, Stay for the Fun! Grab your family, friends, coworkers, and club members to sign up in the Mardi Gras Largest Team Competition. Create or join a team while registering for a chance to win epic prizes! Stay tuned for the reveal.

Refreshing Beer: Enjoy some cold brew (for adults 21+) while soaking up the Mardi Gras vibes.

🎭 Costume Contest: Show off your Mardi Gras spirit by participating in our costume contest! Prizes for the most creative and colorful outfits.

🏆 Award Presentation: Stand in the spotlight as we recognize the fastest runners and best costumes!

🎉 Mardi Gras Parades: Immerse yourself in the Mardi Gras magic as we cap off the day with the Magical Krewe of Mad Hatter's Parade filled with vibrant floats and incredible performers!

Don't miss out on this unforgettable day of fun, fitness, and Mardi Gras spirit.

The Mardi Gras 10K/5K is open to all runners and walkers of all speeds, New Orleans Track Club members and nonmembers alike. For more info on the New Orleans Track Club and to become a member to receive race discounts, visit www.runnotc.org.

#MardiGras5K #RUNNOLA #FamilyGras #MardiGras5K #LetTheGoodTimesRoll

The Return of the Fleet Feet Metairie annual spring run group! We will be meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays 7pm @ Bonnabel Boat Launch (1599 Bonnabel Blvd, Metairie 70005).

We will have two different running programs to help you with your fitness goals! First a beginner 5K program for those looking to get into running for the first time or get back into it after a long hiatus. This is designed to slowly build up your stamina and form to help you tackle a 5K. Our other program is going to be an intermediate 10K program, for runners looking to add some distance and speed to their workouts. This program is meant to help those who have some 5K experience but are looking to improve further. Neither program locks you in and during the run group you are welcome to do the workouts for either group. Both programs will have coaching available to help with your form, breathing, and training goals.

We'll also have some special events with prizes and goodies for all participants! So come join us and we'll look forward to running with you!

New Orleans Track Club Presents

Jefferson Parish Park 2 Park 10K/5K

Saturday March 14, 2026

Join us for the Jefferson Parish Park 2 Park 10K/5K, a unique running event promoting health and fitness within Jefferson Parish featuring its culture and community!

The 6.2 or 3.1-mile run/walk starts at LaSalle Park and finishes at Lafreniere Park, taking you on a scenic tour of our vibrant parish. Whether you're a seasoned runner, casual walker, or cheering from sidelines, this race is for you.

But wait, there's more! After you cross the finish line, get ready to party at the Bicentennial Bash. Enjoy live music featuring the Top Cats, delicious local cuisine, and family-friendly activities, all while showcasing local businesses.

Register now and RUNJP!

#RUNJP #Park2Park10K #RUNNOLA

Join us for the St. Patrick's Day Classic on Sunday, March 15th - the same day as the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Metairie Rd!

The St. Patrick's Day Classic is a fun family event for all ages. The race begins at 9:00am - participants will enjoy running or walking down scenic Metairie Road! The St. Patrick's Day Classic is your ONLY chance to qualify for a CCC10K seeded corral at a 2-mile distance!

ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:

· St. Patrick’s Day Classic timed race bib

· Commemorative St. Patrick’s Day in Classic t-shirt

· St. Paddy’s Day drink specials at local Metairie Rd. bars throughout the entire day!

· Post-race party with Michelob Ultra beer, Blue Runner Foods, and many other food/drink options

AWARDS:

1st Place Male and Female Finishers receive free 2026 CCC10K registration and St. Patrick's Day Classic top finisher award.

2nd and 3rd Place Male and Female finishers receive St. Patrick's Day Classic top finisher award.

1st Place Youth (age 16 and under) Male and Female Finishers receive free 2026 CCC10K registration and St. Patrick's Day Classic top finisher award.

CCC10K QUALIFIER:

Completing the St. Patrick's Day Classic in the following times will qualify you for a seeded position in the upcoming CCC10k.

FINISHING TIMES NEEDED TO QUALIFY FOR CCC10K SEEDED CORRALS:

· Seeded 1 Corral: under 14:00 min (45:00 10k)

· Seeded 2 Corral: 14:01-16:00 min (55:00 10k)

Born to Run - New Orleans 5K & 1/2-Mile Fun Run

Join us at Born to Run - New Orleans at Bonnabel Boat Launch in Metairie!

The 2026 Born to Run - New Orleans 5K & 1/2-Mile Fun Run is a great opportunity for runners, walkers, and strollers alike to get involved with Woman’s New Life Clinic (WNLC).

WNLC is a life-affirming counseling and medical clinic that serves women facing unplanned pregnancies in the Greater New Orleans and Baton Rouge areas.

YOU can help WNLC continue to support women in need by participating in Born to Run.

Race Schedule

7:30 am — Runner sign-in, on-site registration

8:30 am — 1/2-mile Fun Run/Walk begins

9:15 am — 5K begins

Post-race “Birth”day Party to follow

Event includes t-shirt*, opportunity to win race prizes, and post-race party featuring free food, music, and fun for the whole family.

*Race t-shirts are only guaranteed for participants who register by Monday, February 23rd.

Minors MUST have a parent/guardian signature, including on-site day-of registration.

FREE PARKING AND SHUTTLE SERVICE from St. Angela Merici Catholic Church to Bonnabel Boat Launch!

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

*Please scroll down to review more important event details

Forget age groups—this race is all about bringing your own gravity.

The Fatboy 5K is a fun-first, judgment-free 5K happening May 17, 2026 at Lafreniere Park, where runners compete in weight classes instead of age brackets. Whether you’re fast, steady, or just here for the vibes, this race celebrates effort, humor, and showing up as you are.

After you cross the finish line, the real battle begins with our legendary Donut Eating Contest, 26.2 Foot Marathon and conquer the 0.0 Mile World Championship. —because balance is important, and carbs are undefeated. Expect big laughs, loud cheers, and a community that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Come race hard, jog happy, or waddle proudly.

The Fatboy 5K is proof that fitness can be fun—and donuts can be part of the plan. 🍩💪

Benefitting the Dawn Busters Kiwanis Club - Reading for Life Program

Need to Know:

ON-LINE registration closes Saturday, May 16th at NOON

Race Day Registration opens at 7:00 am at Race Site.

All entry fees once registered are non-refundable.

Packet Pickup:

Thursday, May 14th

2:00pm - 6:00pm

hosted by

FLEET FEET METAIRIE

3020 Severn Avenue, Metairie

If you are unable to pickup you packet on Thursday you may pick it up on race day starting at 7:00am at the race site.

Celebrate Global Running Day at The Big Run 5K!

Global Running Day is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a worldwide celebration of the sport that brings us together. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or someone just looking to cross their first 5K finish line, The Big Run is your chance to join a global movement right here in our community.

NEW FOR 2026: Chip Timing!

You asked, we listened! We are thrilled to announce that The Big Run will be chip-timed this year. Whether you're chasing a new Personal Record or just want to see your official progress, you'll receive an accurate "net" time from the moment you cross the start line to the moment you hit the finish.

Early Packet Pickup

Skip the race-day lines and grab your gear early! Come say hi to the team, check out the latest gear, and get race-ready.

Date: Monday, June 1, 2026

Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Location: Fleet Feet 3020 Severn Avenue, Metairie, LA

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 (Global Running Day!)

Location: Bonnabel Boat Launch - 1599 Bonnabel Blvd

Distance: 5K (3.1 miles) – Open to all levels!

Start Time: 6:30 PM

Why Join The Big Run?

We run to get moving, we run to feel good, and we run to celebrate the miles we’ve conquered. When you sign up for The Big Run, you aren’t just getting a race bib—you’re getting a high-energy experience designed to fuel your passion for fitness.

What’s included with your registration:

The Swag: An exclusive 2026 "The Big Run" custom finisher's medal.

The Vibes: Music, local vendors, and a post-race celebration.

The Community: Connect with local running clubs and meet new training partners.

An exclusive 2026 technical tee’s are available for purchase.

Ready to lace up?

Let’s show the world how our community moves. Grab your shoes, invite a friend, and let’s make some noise for Global Running Day!

Have you ever wanted to complete an overnight marathon in the middle of the summer in New Orleans? This is your opportunity, whether an experienced runner or a 1st time Want A Bee, to participate in one of the most unique overnight marathon events in the country in support of Duchenne Muscular Dystropy (DMD) boys. The HOTTER than HELL MARATHON for RaceMD is a self-timed overnight event/run of 26.2 miles completed in 13, two-mile loops.

If the distance seems daunting to you, you have OPTIONS: You can finish the distance by any other method (bike, skates), you can complete it as a relay team OR you can do a lesser distance (half, 10k, 5k). It is YOUR race.... Support our efforts to raise funds for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy while celebrating motion and spending time with others.

The race was held at Audubon Park in New Orleans for the first 18 years and was held virtually during the Covid years (2020-2022). Again, this year, for our 24th edition, the race/event will be held at Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, LA 70003 for event date of Sunday, July 5, 2026.

A Virtual Race option is available. Complete your mileage between June 28 - July 5, 2026, to finish the virtual race.

RaceMD® began with the mission to accelerate the search for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) therapy to save lives. Our mission has evolved from research to rescue as we fund real therapies for real patients NOW. DMD affects 1 in 3,500 children in the US.

This is a donation-based race benefiting RaceMD, a Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) non-profit. All donations and shirt proceeds go directly to RaceMD. All donations are tax deductible. Funds are then used to provide cell stem therapy to the boys who have DMD. This stem cell therapy shows evidence of life extension for the patients.