Summer Series

Beat the summer heat with the New Orleans Track Club Summer Series!

Join runners and walkers of all abilities for a fun, family-friendly race series in the heart of New Orleans. The New Orleans Track Club (NOTC) Summer Series offers three exciting races throughout the summer.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• 2-mile run/walk course: Explore the scenic off-road grass paths of Lafreniere Park, City Park, and Kenner City Park

• Free for members, affordable for all: Registration is free for NOTC members and only $10 for non-members. Become a member and enjoy the benefits throughout the year!

• Something for everyone: Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this is a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors.

• Post-race refreshments: Refuel and celebrate with delicious food and ice cold drinks after each race.

• Summer Series Team Challenge: Encourage your school's cross country and track teams to participate! The team with the highest participation rate is awarded the Summer Series Fund to support their athletic programs. For more info on how to register your team or group, see link.

Don't miss out on the fun! Register today and get ready to run (or walk) with the New Orleans Track Club this summer!

In the Summer Heat, be sure to stay hydrated with water from our partner Kentwood Springs! Know your limits, slow your pace, and drink water before you get thirsty! Runners and walkers of all skill levels are encouraged to participate. Members and non-members of the New Orleans Track Club are welcome.

Official 2-Mile XC City Park Course

The following policies apply to all New Orleans Track Club races and events.

Refunds

All New Orleans Track Club race registration fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable under all circumstances, including, but not limited to, cancellation of the event or of your participation, or change in the date, nature, or format of the event. An event may be canceled or changed due to severe weather or other factors that threaten the safety of participants, staff, or volunteers. Race bibs cannot be transferred to another participant.

Headphones

The use of personal music devices is strongly discouraged at this race. To enjoy all that our race has to offer and for the safety of all participants, the New Orleans Track Club encourages a headphone-free environment during the running of this race.

Bathrooms

At our races, NOTC demonstrates our commitment to an inclusive athletic experience by welcoming race participants, volunteers and guests to use:

• Single-occupancy (unisex) facilities
• Use of multiple-occupant, gender-neutral restroom facilities with lockable single occupant stalls.

Strollers

The New Orleans Track Club strongly recommends against the participation of baby strollers/joggers in road races. The reason for this recommendation is that the inclusion of strollers in races increases the potential for injury to race participants and children. The NOTC has no objection to and does not discourage the safe and prudent use of strollers or baby joggers in individual training situations. If allowed in a race, stroller or baby joggers or similar devices should be started in the back of the runners and walkers.

Dogs

Dogs should not be brought to this event for the safety of all participants and volunteers.

Lafreniere course route will be 2 (1-mile) laps.

Make sure to be on the lookout for signage and cones along the course.

Fueling Team Spirit and Athletic Excellence

The NOTC Summer Series School Challenge is a thrilling opportunity for school cross country and track teams to showcase their dedication and team unity. This challenge awards the entire sum of donations collected by the Summer Series Fundraiser over the course of three exciting events to the school team that boasts the highest participation rate throughout the Summer Series. This will be awarded following the last Summer Series event. 

This initiative is designed to inspire students to engage in healthy competition while promoting physical fitness and teamwork. It’s not just about crossing the finish line; it’s about running together, supporting each other, and striving for a common goal. The winning team will receive a financial boost to enhance their athletic programs, providing resources for training, equipment, and events.

Encourage your school’s cross country and track teams to participate in the NOTC Summer Series. It’s more than a race; it’s a chance to unite, compete, and potentially secure funding that will benefit your athletes for seasons to come.

Parking available in Quadruplex Lot and along Diagonal Dr.
First come first serve. Make sure to arrive early.

No Parking on along Harrison Ave.
Participants or spectators will be ticketed.

Register Your School Track or Cross-Country Team

Welcome to the Summer Series School Challenge! Follow these steps to register your school’s track or cross-country team:

Create a New Team(Coaches & Captains):

• Select the Summer Series event(s) to register for
• Pay a $25 registration fee to create a new team for each Summer Series event
• List your school’s name
• Set a team password as required

Team Members Registration:

• Once the initial registration is complete and the fee is paid, all team members can register for FREE.
• Team members should select the Summer Series event(s) that the coach or team captain has pre-registered for.
• Choose “Join an Existing Track or CC Team” and find your school listed in the drop-down menu.
• Enter your team password and continue with the registration process.

Important Notes:

• Coaches & Captains can still register their team on race day and be included in the School Challenge.
• School teams must provide official team rosters on race day during check-in.
• Only registered team members are eligible for the Summer Series School Challenge.
• Teams found to have non-members participate will be disqualified from the school challenge but can still participate in the Summer Series event(s).
• Get ready for an exciting summer of running!