The Louisiana Marathon

Start Starting: Celebrate 15 Years of Louisiana Spirit!

 

For 15 years, the Louisiana Marathon has been more than just a race; it's a vibrant, culturally rich festival that embodies the spirit of Louisiana. We've always believed that every journey starts with a single step, and for our 15th anniversary, we invite you to "Start Starting" your own memorable experience.

Just like Louisiana's legendary festivals, we celebrate the incredible food, music, and dancing that make our state unique. The Louisiana Marathon adds the thrill of running to this mix, creating an unforgettable weekend. Join us for a fast, flat, and fun racecourse, followed by a true Louisiana Festival featuring local musicians, cold beer, and the best Southern cuisine.

Established in 2012, our mission remains twofold: to inspire our community to embrace an active lifestyle and to create a premier winter road race known for its unique blend of running and Louisiana culture. Held annually on Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend in Baton Rouge, our multi-race format offers something for everyone: Marathon (26.2 miles), Half Marathon (13.1 miles), Window World Louisiana Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) & 5K (3.1 miles), and the Louisiana Blue Kid's Marathon (1 mile).

Experience the picturesque roadways of Baton Rouge, from downtown to the University Lakes, the LSU campus, and historic neighborhoods, cheered on by enthusiastic friends, family, and spectators. This 15th anniversary is a celebration of "lagniappe" – that little something extra that makes Louisiana special. Come "Start Starting" your journey with us!

 

FRESHJUNKIE Racing AmBADASSador Season 3

Exciting news! The FRESHJUNKIE Racing AmBADASSador program is evolving and expanding to create an even more dynamic and impactful network for Season 3! We're thrilled to introduce a new tiered structure designed to empower a wider range of passionate individuals to represent our races. This expansion allows us to connect with more runners, reach new communities, and amplify the excitement surrounding FRESHJUNKIE Racing events like never before. By engaging ambassadors at different levels of commitment and influence, we aim to cultivate a stronger, more interconnected community of advocates who can organically grow our network and introduce the thrill of FRESHJUNKIE Racing to a broader audience.

The Commitment

• Wear ambassador gear whenever racing. You’re now a sponsored athlete. Proudly tell the world!

• Volunteer at 3 Expos or Packet Pickups. Interact with expo attendees and promote the event at a designated booth, for at least one shift (3 hours)

• Social media posts about our events – at least 4x month while using hashtag #FJRAmBADASSador and race specific hashtag (ex: Battleship12K = #RunToHonor) in posts for trackability

• List FRESHJUNKIE Racing AmBADASSador in social media bios

• Familiarity with race information/able to answer basic questions about our events at run clubs and/or on social media

• Monthly appearance representing FJR at local run club/training run/other running events 

• Train for and participate in FJR events

   

Think you have what it takes to become a FRESHJUNKIE Racing Ambassador? We want to hear from YOU! Join us in shaping the future of endurance sports and inspiring others to embrace an active lifestyle.

Questions? Email marketing@freshjunkie.com

 

 

In addition to finisher medals awarded for each finisher in each race, there will be specific overall, masters, grand masters, great grand masters, and age group awards for all races except the Kid's Marathon.  Overall and Age Group award winners will each receive a custom award medal engraved with the award description: 1st Place Male, Age Group 40-44 as an example.  Overall award winners will ALSO receive a custom award to commemorate their finish.

 

OVERALL AWARDS

The top finishers in the 5K, Quarter, Half Marathon and Marathon will receive an overall award in the following categories:

• Overall Male and Female (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) - scored using GUN TIME
• Masters (40+) male and female (1st Only) - scored using GUN TIME
• Grand Masters (50+) male and female (1st Only) - scored using CHIP TIME
• Great Grand Masters (60+) male and female (1st Only) - scored using CHIP TIME

 

FULL & HALF MARATHON AGE GROUP CATEGORIES

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place males and females in each of the following categories will receive an age group award:

16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+*

 

Children under the age of 16 can run in the full or half marathons with permission from their guardians or parents, but we do not issue Awards to Age Groups under the age of 16 for those distance races.

 

5K AND QUARTER MARATHON AGE GROUP CATEGORIES

1st and 2nd place males and females in each of the following categories will receive an age group award:

10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+*

*if there are runners over the age of 89, an additional age group category will be created for the appropriate 5-year window.

 

All awards must be picked up at the event.  When registering, you can elect to have your results sent via text message or emailed to your phone.  These are sent within minutes of you finishing the race.  Results can also be checked at our TIMING AND RESULTS tent near the finish line.  Awards can be claimed AFTER 9:30am on Saturday and AFTER 11:00am on Sunday from the AWARDS Tent.  There are no Award ceremonies.  Awards will not be shipped post-race.

 

DEJA VU AWARD

Runners who finish the Louisiana Quarter Marathon or Louisiana Marathon 5K on Saturday AND finish the Marathon OR Half Marathon on Sunday receive the coveted Deja Vu Award: a custom medal to add to your collection.  

 

Deja Vu Awards must be picked up at the event.  Deja Vu Awards can be claimed as soon as the runner finishes his or her race on Sunday at the Awards Tent.  No awards will be shipped post-race.  

 

BEAU RIVAGE RESORT & CASINO BEACH~2~BAYOU CHALLENGE

Two Races, Three Medals, All the Fun
Run any distance (excluding the Kid's Marathon) at The Louisiana Marathon and any distance (excluding the Kid's Marathon) at our sister race, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon, and get a sweet third medal, the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino Beach~2~Bayou Challenge Medal. You can mix and match the distances however you like: a 5K at each, a half at one and a full at the other…any two distances and you get the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino Beach~2~Bayou Challenge Medal. 

 

Beau Rivage Resort & Casino Beach~2~Bayou Awards must be picked up at the event.  The awards can be claimed as soon as the runner finishes his or her race on Saturday or Sunday at the Awards Tent.  No awards will be shipped post-race.  

 

HOW IT WORKS 
Register for each race separately and we will track your participation.  Pick up your medal at the Awards Tent at the Louisiana Marathon on either Saturday or Sunday after finishing your race.

 

 

Birth Center of Baton Rouge Diaper Dash

Join us on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00 pm in the Expo for the 3rd Annual Birth Center of Baton Rouge Diaper Dash. Open to children 2 and under, this promises to be the cutest event of the weekend!

"Competitors" will crawl across the 10' race-course to determine the winner. Parents are encouraged to bring their favorite toy, binky, or whatever shiny plaything that motivates the young athletes to crawl faster than the competition. Children must be 2 years or younger to register. Crawling is mandatory. Any child who stands and walks will be disqualified from awards. 

Registration for the Diaper Dash will open in the Fall.  Sign them up and start "training"!

 

At The Louisiana Marathon (TLM) events, participants should conduct themselves in a courteous manner, respecting all fellow participants, volunteers, event staff, and members of the community.  Participants are expected to follow the Rules of Competition outlined below. Unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated.  Proper race etiquette is required at all times, including being aware of your surroundings and of announcements and instructions from event officials.

START

Please give yourself enough time to pick up your bib number and enter your corral. Only enter the corral you are assigned to or a slower one, and respect the event staff. Please be respectfully quiet during pre-race announcements and the playing of the National Anthem prior to the start.

HEADPHONES

The use of headphones is strongly discouraged. If you must wear headphones, be sure that you can hear all announcements and be extra-aware of your surroundings, including other participants and any vehicle traffic.

MOBILE DEVICES

The use of mobile devices for photography or social updates during the event is strongly discouraged, as it decreases your awareness of other participants around you. If you must use a mobile device, be sure that you can hear all announcements and be extra-aware of your surroundings, including other participants and any vehicle traffic.

URINATION

In accordance with State and City rules and laws, only use the toilet facilities provided by the event and/or open to the public. Please be considerate in portable-toilet lines; don’t cut in line or into another line. Never urinate in the corrals, along the course, at the post-finish walk-off, or in the post-race venue. You risk disqualification and a police summons if caught.

RUNNING COURTESY

While participating in the event, don’t run in groups of three or more abreast; wide groups become barriers to other runners. Don’t stop abruptly to drink at an aid station or to tie your shoelaces. Watch where you spit and blow your nose to avoid hitting other participants. If someone running behind you says, “On your left,” move to your right to let the runner pass. If someone says, “On your right,” move to your left.

TRASH

Our running events are conducted in public places—either city or state parks or streets. Please deposit any trash in the provided receptacles, including at aid stations. Be careful when discarding cups at aid stations so as to avoid hitting other participants.

SAFETY

If you encounter a runner in distress, offer assistance and/or report the situation to the nearest aid station. If it is a life and death emergency, call 9-1-1 if possible.

 

The Louisiana Marathon weekend is a multi-race event, offering five different distances. Saturday gets started at 8am with our Louisiana Marathon 5K and Louisiana Quarter Marathon races, and is followed by our Kid's Marathon 1-mile race at 10:15am. Sunday is our Marathon and Half Marathon, both of which start at 7am. We also offer a Déjà Vu’ award for runners who want to run on both days.

 

Window World Louisiana Quarter Marathon - 6.55 Miles

8:00am Start – Saturday, January 17, 2026

Start Location: 660 N. 4th St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802

 

CLICK HERE FOR A LINK TO AN ONLINE MAP

 

If you’re not quite ready for a half but looking for more than a 5K, then the Louisiana Quarter Marathon is perfect, it's a 10K with a little lagniappe. This Saturday race starts with the Louisiana Marathon 5K race, leaves the downtown area and runs through one of Baton Rouge’s oldest, most historic neighborhoods on oak tree-lined roads.

 

 

Window World Louisiana Marathon 5K - 3.1 Miles

8:00am Start – Saturday, January 17, 2026

Start Location: 660 N. 4th St., Baton Rouge, LA  70802

 

CLICK HERE FOR A LINK TO AN ONLINE MAP

From first timers to competitive runners, this race is a great option for everyone. As part of the Louisiana Marathon weekend of races, you can experience running in a unique setting featuring a flat, fast and fabulous course. Both the start and the finish are visually stunning as you begin and end the race under the shadow of our iconic state capitol. Regardless of your age and experience level, the Louisiana Marathon 5K promises to be a memorable race you don’t want to miss

Louisiana Blue Kid's Marathon - 1 Mile

10:15am Start – Saturday, January 17, 2026

 

CLICK HERE FOR AN ONLINE MAP

 

Looking for an exciting way to get the whole family active? The Louisiana Blue Kid's Marathon’s mission is to instill running as a part of a healthy lifestyle in our kids at an early age, which is why we have a 1-mile kids race. It's the perfect distance to introduce kids to running. 

 

 

*All courses are very well marked.  There are mile markers for each distance event, directional signs for course splits and TURNAROUND signs for course turnarounds.  Course splits and course turnarounds will be manned with an operations staff member who will typically be making announcements on a megaphone.  Course turns are indicated with traffic cones and usually (not always) have police units, volunteers and/or staff members.  Traffic on courses is managed by our law enforcement partners, but no roads are promised to be closed to all traffic.  Runners should be aware of their surroundings: the course, applicable signage, vehicles, staff, volunteers, and police officers.

*Runners are required to complete the Quarter at an average 20:30 minute per mile pace and the 5K at an average 43:30 minute per mile pace.  Kids have a total of 30 minutes to complete the kids mile.

 

 

The Louisiana Marathon weekend is a multi-race event, offering five different distances. Saturday gets started at 8am with our Louisiana Marathon 5K and Louisiana Quarter Marathon races, and is followed by our Kids Marathon - 1 Mile race at 10:15am. Sunday is our Marathon and Half Marathon, both of which start at 7am. We offer a Déjà Vu’ award for runners who want to run on both days.

 

The Louisiana Full Marathon - 26.2 Miles

7:00am Start – Sunday, January 18, 2026

Start Location: 660 N. 4th St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802

 

CLICK HERE FOR A LINK TO AN ONLINE MAP

 

The Louisiana Marathon is a USAT&F Certified course (LA23010DJR) and an official Boston Qualifier route. It boasts one of the highest BQ rates of all marathons since it features a fast, flat, runner-friendly path through the lakes, along the river, around downtown, on the university campus and in historic neighborhoods. Friends, family and enthusiastic spectators line up along the course in various spots to cheer on the runners, making for a spirited marathon.  

 

The Louisiana Half Marathon - 13.1 Miles

7:00am Start – Sunday, January 18, 2026

Start Location: 660 N. 4th St., Baton Rouge, LA  70802

The Louisiana Half Marathon is a USAT&F Certified course (LA23009DJR).  The half marathon is the fastest growing road race distance and we’ve got a great one. The start uses the same course as the full marathon, leaving downtown Baton Rouge and making its way around LSU’s scenic campus and University Lakes, before splitting off from the Marathon and heading back to the downtown area for a scenic finish that runs towards the iconic state capitol.

 

 

*All courses are very well marked.  There are mile markers for each distance event, directional signs for course splits and TURNAROUND signs for course turnarounds.  Course splits and course turnarounds will be manned with an operations staff member who will typically be making announcements on a megaphone.  Course turns are indicated with traffic cones and usually (not always) have police units, volunteers and/or staff members.  Traffic on courses is managed by our law enforcement partners, but no roads are promised to be closed to all traffic.  Runners should be aware of their surroundings: the course, applicable signage, vehicles, staff, volunteers, and police officers.

*Runners must maintain a 13:45 minute per mile pace to be allowed to continue the full marathon and at 18:20 minute per mile pace to be allowed to continue the half marathon.  Runners not able to maintain this pace will be picked up in a SAG vehicle and moved forward on the course or brought to the finish line.

 

Course Records

Marathon

Male - Josh Ordway - 2016 - 2:23:47  |  Female - Rachel Booth - 2019 - 2:43:57

Half Marathon

Male - Jarrett LeBlanc - 2021 - 1:05:04  |  Female - Des Linden - 2019 - 1:14:18

 

The course certification map for the full marathon can be viewed by downloading the below pdf document.

 

 

FRESHJUNKIE Racing (FJR) and The Louisiana Marathon have implemented a color-coded Event Alert System (EAS) for our races that will communicate the status of course conditions on race day. The levels range from Low (green) to Moderate (yellow) to High (red) to Extreme (black) based on the weather and other course conditions. On race day, the current EAS status will be communicated via color-coded flags at the start and finish areas and along the course at each medical station.  Decisions to delay, stop or cancel an event are NOT made on weather forecasts, which have been known to be wrong.  Decisions are made on race day based on the actual weather experienced.  Our goal is to hold a safe event and we wait as long as we can before making decisions that we cannot.  Our decision criteria is outlined below.  We will run in the rain as long as no lightning or thunder is present.

All participants should familiarize themselves with the EAS prior to the race, remain alert for directions from race officials, and take precautions to prepare properly for varying weather or course conditions on race day.

 

 

Participants will receive notifications before and during races using on-site announcements, social media, text and email notifications.  Additionally, on-course notifications will occur at aid stations with the use of color-coded flags and announcements from race staff and law enforcement personnel.  Utilization of transport vehicles and/or designated EAS physical locations along the course route may be activated for “HIGH” and “EXTREME” alert levels.

 

On-Course Medical Volunteers and additional runner support (fluids, etc.) will be directed to their designated physical locations to provide on-site care in the facility if the race is stopped.  Additional support will be deployed using EMS and medical support from finish medical area as deemed appropriate.

 

LIGHTNING/SEVERE WEATHER SAFETY GUIDELINES

 

This protocol is designed to provide information to participants, cities and towns along the course regarding FJR policies and procedures in the event of a weather hazard that includes severe weather conditions such as lightning and/or thunder.  To determine the proximity of lightning, FJR utilizes the National Severe Storm Laboratory (NSSL) flash-to-bang method in addition to weather monitoring services.

To use the flash-to-bang method, count the seconds from the time lightning is first sighted to when the clap of thunder is heard.  Divide this number by five to obtain the distance in miles from where the lightning occurred. (Example:  30 second count between flash and hearing bang… storm is 6 miles away)

Lightning awareness increases with the first visual sighting of a flash or clap of thunder regardless of how far away the storm may seem.  How fast the storm is moving, relative to the time it would take to find safe shelter for runners, staff, and spectators is considered.  Participants and spectators should remember the existence of blue sky and the absence of rain are not protection from lightning.

As a standard, by the time FJR staff monitors a flash-to-bang count of 60 seconds, event activities will begin to be paused or cancelled and instructions to all individuals to leave the site and reach a safe location will be given.  Resumption of activity will only be considered by waiting 30 minutes or longer after the last flash of lightning or sound of thunder is heard.  Depending on the timing and available roadway access, the event may not resume and be cancelled.  NOTE: refunds are not given in the event of cancellation due to weather, public emergency, or Acts of God.

 

COMMUNICATION

 

FRESHJUNKIE Racing has an established protocol for notifying participants should weather conditions cause a delay or stoppage in the race:

1. In person announcements over event speakers, PA systems, and/or police units are made instructing those present of any delay, stoppage or cancellation as well as instructions on where to move for safety
2. Notice of delay, stoppage or cancellation is immediately posted to our Social Media page(s)
3. Notice of delay, stoppage or cancellation is sent via text message to all participants who elected to receive text alerts during registration
4. Notice of delay, stoppage or cancellation is emailed to all registered participants.  If a participant has 'unsubscribed' to our emails, they may not receive this form of communication

Our top priority is runner safety and decisions are made with that in mind, but we will do everything we can to hold the event as scheduled.  This means we DO NOT alter or cancel event plans based on weather forecasts before race day.

 

 

BIENVENUE AU MARATHON DE LOUISIANE DANS LA VILLE BATON ROUGE

Welcome to Rendezvous15. The Louisiana Marathon Packet Pickup & Expo presented by Explore Louisiana is the official start to the Louisiana Marathon running festival where runners will find our Commemorative Retail Store and be greeted with traditional Louisiana hospitality. 

 

Explore Louisiana Pre-Race Packet Pickup and Retail Store Location

Raising Cane's River Center Ballroom
Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Explore Louisiana Pre-Race Packet Pickup and Retail Store Hours

Friday, January 16, 2026 • 11:00am–6:00pm
Saturday, January 17, 2026 • 10:00am–5:00pm

 

Race Day Packet Pickup Hours and Location

Saturday, January 17, 2026 • 6:00am–7:30am (Quarter & 5K); 6:00am–10:00am (Kids) - AZ Young Park
Sunday, January 18, 2026 • 5:30am–6:30am (Full & Half) - AZ Young Park

*Maps for Pre-Race Packet Pickup and Race Day Packet Pickup will be updated closer to the race.

 

Parking

There is plenty of street and garage parking for packet pickup in downtown Baton Rouge.  Flat rate and hourly rate garages and lots are nearby, as well as metered spaces. 

Access a Printable Parking Guide Here

 

What to Bring

Registered participants can confirm registration on this website. Participants must present a valid government-issued ID or a copy of your registration confirmation. Digital copies (your phone screen) are allowed at packet pickup to receive your packet.

 

Proxy Pickup

Someone other than the registered participant can pick up a packet as long as the friend or family member presents a copy of the participant’s registration confirmation and/or the participant’s photo ID. Digital copies (your phone screen) are allowed. There are NO exceptions to this requirement. 

 

Late Registration

Late registration is available at packet pickup unless the race(s) sells out. The Louisiana Marathon will post a notice regarding closed races on our website, Facebook and Instagram. Participants can register or change races in the Race Registration area.  

 

Registration Confirmation

Registered participants should receive a confirmation email during the registration process. While the only requirement is that you present your government-issued photo ID, we also recommend either printing your confirmation and bringing it to packet pickup or having a copy electronically available on your mobile device. 

 

Mail My Bib Swag Pickup

If you paid to have your bib mailed to you, you will NOT need to come to Packet Pickup before the race starts. We will have your shirt and any other SWAG items available for you to collect AFTER you finish the race.  On race day, once you have finished, you can collect your SWAG items from the "Mail My Bib Swag Pickup" tent.  You are welcome to attend a pre-race Packet Pickup as well, but it is not necessary.  Bibs are mailed 2.5 weeks ahead of race weekend via USPS.

 

 

RACE DAY

 

WHERE SHOULD I PARK ON RACE DAY?

Parking is available on the streets and in public parking garages. Normal parking rules and fees will apply and be aware of NO PARKING SIGNS for Race Day that will be posted. Parking on N. 4th St., North Blvd. and Park Blvd. on race day(s) will result in your vehicle being towed.  Click HERE for information on downtown garages.

 

WILL THERE BE CORRALS?

Corrals are self-seeded for The Louisiana Marathon weekend.  Pace signs will be displayed in the starting chute to give runners an idea of where they should start based on their mile pace.  Faster runners are near the front and slower paces are near the rear.

 

HOW DO I GET MY FINISHER ITEMS AFTER THE RACE?

For the Marathon, Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 5K and Kid's Marathon, finisher medals will be given out shortly after official finishers cross the finish line.

 

WHERE CAN I MEET MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS AFTER THE RACE?

The easiest way to find your family and friends after the race is to have a plan beforehand. Picking a location to meet your family and friends away from the finish line on 4th Street is advised.  AZ Young Park is where the Finish Festival is located and a great place to meet up.

 

IS THERE A LIMIT OF RUNNERS IN EACH RACE?

The Louisiana Marathon, Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 5K and Kid's Marathon are not capped at this time. Sell out capacities will be publicized, if set, in the Winter.

 

WILL THERE BE PACERS?

We plan to have pacers available for the Sunday races.  Pace Groups will be as follows:

MARATHON - 3:00; 3:10; 3:20; 3:30; 3:40; 3:50; 4:00; 4:15; 4:30; 4:40; 5:00

HALF MARATHON - 1:40; 1:50; 2:00; 2:10; 2:20; 2:30

Corrals are self-seeded for The Louisiana Marathon weekend.  Pace signs will be displayed in the starting chute to give runners an idea of where they should start based on their mile pace.  Faster runners are near the front and slower paces are near the rear.  All Corrals have the same race start time with no set time gaps or delays between the corrals.  Please pay attention to race announcements, on-site signage and instructions. 

 

ARE CELL PHONES, FRIENDS, STROLLERS, DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?

Only registered participants are allowed to run with you on the course. Per USA Track & Field rules, elements that could impede the safety of runners, such as bikes, strollers and pets on the course, are not allowed and therefore NO strollers, bikes, roller blades, dogs, etc. will be allowed in the Sunday Half and Full Marathons. The safety of our runners is our number one priority. By signing or clicking ’I Accept’ on any Louisiana Marathon registration race waiver, you are agreeing to abide by the Rules of Competition. Strollers will be allowed to start at the back of the runner field for the Saturday Quarter Marathon, 5K and Kid's Marathon.

 

ARE HEADPHONES ALLOWED?

Participants will be able to use listening devices during the running of the Marathon, Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and 5K, but they do so at their own risk. Runner safety is, and will continue to be, the priority for all of our events. To ensure a safe and enjoyable race for everyone, we ask that you please be mindful of the other participants and race personnel.

You MUST be aware of your surroundings at all times, and this includes being able to hear any verbal warnings/instructions from police/course officials or the sound of any vehicles and other participants on the course. The abuse of portable headphone devices can result in disqualification. Abuse refers to being so distracted that you become a hazard to your fellow participants, spectators, course marshals, finish line officials, medical personnel, other race officials, police personnel or vehicle traffic.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. We must constantly consider the safety of all our participants, volunteers and spectators and review this rule as well as others in order to ensure the continued safety of our participants.

 

WHAT IF I LOSE SOMETHING THE DAY OF THE RACE?

Lost & Found is located near Gear Check and/or the Results/Awards area. After the event, any items turned in will be kept at our office for two weeks. Clothing items left in the start areas and along the course are immediately donated to charity and not available at any time.  You can email us at info@thelouisianamarathon.com to inquire about items turned in.

 

REGISTRATION

 

CAN I DEFER MY ENTRY TO NEXT YEAR?

Yes, you may defer your entry to the next event year for a fee until 10 days prior to race weekend.  After that date deferrals are not allowed.  You will find the option to defer your entry by going to your RunSignUp account: Profile -> My Registered Races -> Manage Registration -> Defer Registration.

 

CAN I SWITCH FROM THE MARATHON TO HALF MARATHON?

Yes, you may switch to any distance race from any distance race.  Fees may apply depending on what race you are switching from and to.  If you do not officially change your registered distance, you will receive the medal and event shirt for the race distance you are registered for with no exceptions.  You will find the option to switch race distances by going to your RunSignUp account: Profile -> My Registered Races -> Manage Registration.

 

WHY HAVEN’T I RECEIVED AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION?

Check your spam filter. That is usually the problem. Please make sure that the domains @thelouisianamarathon.com and @runsignup.com are on your “allowed senders” list so that your spam filter will not block your confirmation email or any other important notifications.

 

CAN I GIVE/SELL MY NUMBER TO ANOTHER RUNNER?

Entries are transferable, but must be done through our registration site, RunSignUp.  Transfers are allowed until 10 days prior to the event and do not incur any fees from us.   Completing the transfer through our system is MANDATORY.  This is for the safety of the runner as well as necessary to satisfy insurance requirements of the event. If a runner collapses or is otherwise injured during the race and is running as someone else, we would not have emergency information available for them. This could result in further injury.  Instructions on how to transfer to another runner can be found HERE.

 

CAN I TRANSFER MY ENTRY TO ANOTHER FRESHJUNKIE RACING EVENT?

You can transfer your race entry to another race owned by FRESHJUNKIE Racing as long as registration for the desired race is open and you are more than 10 days out from the race you are currently registered for.  A list of FRESHJUNKIE Racing events and calendar can be found here.   Completing these transfers may incur costs depending on what event(s) you are transferring to and from.   You can find instructions on how to complete a transfer to another FRESHJUNKIE Racing owned event by clicking HERE.

 

HOW CAN I SEE IF I’M REGISTERED?

Registration confirmation is available online for the Marathon, Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 5K, and Kid's Marathon. You may confirm a registration by using the Find A Participant menu option on this page.

 

WHERE DOES MY REGISTRATION FEE GO?

Your registration fee helps to pay for the necessary permits, infrastructure, transportation, staffing, insurance, police, awards, SWAG, supplies, bibs, medals, shirts, and chip timing to produce all event-related activities.  Portions of every registration fee are directed to select charity partners throughout the year.

 

RESULTS & AWARDS

 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR AWARDS PAGE

 

PACKET PICKUP

 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR PACKET PICKUP PAGE

 

MAIL MY BIB SWAG PICKUP

If you paid to have your bib mailed to you, you will NOT need to come to Packet Pickup before the race starts. We will have your shirt and any other SWAG items available for you to collect AFTER you finish the race. On race day, once you've finished, you can collect your SWAG items from the "Mail My Bib Swag Pickup" tent. You are welcome to attend a pre-race Packet Pickup as well, but it is not necessary.  Bibs are mailed 2.5 weeks ahead of race weekend.

 

CHIP TIMING

 

DO I NEED TO PURCHASE A TIMING CHIP?

No, we will be using disposable chips that are part of your bib.

 

HOW DO I MAKE SURE I HAVE THE RIGHT CHIP?

Your chip number will coincide with your bib number and will be attached to your bib.

 

OFFICIAL TIME – GUN TIME OR CHIP TIME?

Per USA Track & Field rules, your official time is Chip Time.  This is your time from when you cross the start timing mats until you cross the finish timing mats. Chip time, or net time, is provided as a service to you and is accepted by many races, including the Boston Marathon, as a qualifying time.  Only the overall and masters categories of each race distance will be scored on Gun Time.  Gun Time uses the actual start time of the race time (when the gun goes off) and when the runner crosses the finish timing mat.

 

WHERE DO I SEND MY CHIP IF I STILL HAVE IT AFTER THE RACE?

This is a single-use chip and is good for this event only. The chip will NOT be collected in the finish area. You may keep the chip as a souvenir or deposit it in trash bins in the finish area.

 

GEAR CHECK

 

IS THERE A PLACE TO DROP BAGS AT THE START LINE?

We will have a “morning clothes” drop point at start lines on Saturday and Sunday.  Please make sure your gear is secured in a bag and marked CLEARLY with your bib number.  

 

WHAT HAPPENS TO MY BAG IF I FORGET TO CLAIM IT AFTER THE RACE?

Gear Check closes at 2:30pm on race day and all bags must be picked up before that time. The Louisiana Marathon is not responsible for gear bags not picked up by 2:30pm, however remaining bags will be brought to the marathon office.  Please contact us at info@thelouisianamarathon.com to claim your bag.  After one week, anything remaining is discarded or donated to charity.

 

BQ // BOSTON QUALIFIER

 

IS THE LOUISIANA MARATHON A BOSTON QUALIFIER?

Yes, we are an official Boston Qualifier. Qualifying times for the Boston Marathon vary by age group and a complete breakdown of qualifying times can be found on their website.  The Louisiana Marathon will send a complete list of finishers to the BAA once results become official.

 

WILL THE BOSTON MARATHON CHECK TO CONFIRM MY TIME?

Yes. The Boston Marathon automatically receives a list of all official finishers of The Louisiana Marathon and their chip and gun times. The time that you put on your Boston Marathon registration will be checked against the official time that they have on file.  For any other questions concerning qualification for the Boston Marathon, please contact the Boston Athletic Association.

 

COURSE & RULES OF THE ROAD

 

WHAT IS THE TIME LIMIT FOR THE MARATHON?

City permits limit the race time to a 6-hour time limit. The course will be closed at a 13:45 minute per mile pace. No race services including medical, aid stations or traffic control are available beyond this pace.
The finish line remains open until 1:00pm (assuming a 7:00am start). Participants must cross the finish line by 1:00pm in order to be considered “official finishers.” After 1:15pm, the finish line is taken down. Medals will not be awarded after 1:15pm, NO EXCEPTIONS.
The racecourse is opened to traffic on a rolling schedule as participants make their way to the finish. In order to ensure safety, a Sweep Vehicle and Bus follows the race route to pick-up participants who are unable to maintain this pace on a consistent basis. Participants are required to board the Sweep Bus when so instructed by Race Officials. Course Marshals are instructed to record bib numbers of all participants who refuse to board the bus when instructed to do so.

 

WHY IS THERE A TIME LIMIT?

In order to comply with city permits, streets crossing the route must be reopened to vehicular traffic on a set schedule.

 

WHAT HAPPENS IF MY PACE IS SLOWER THAN THE ALLOTTED TIME?

If you are caught by the Sweep Vehicle, you MUST board this vehicle for transport to the finish area. For your safety, the Police Department does not allow runners to continue once the course has been re-opened to traffic. Keep in mind that race services, including water stations and medical aid, will be discontinued once the Sweep Vehicle comes through. The finish line closes at 1:15pm. Finisher medals will be awarded only to those finishing within the allotted time limit.

 

WHAT IS NOT ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?

For the safety of our runners the following are not allowed: going backward, runners not wearing a race number, animals, bicycles, baby joggers, strollers, roller skates, roller blades, hand-crank chairs, wheeled vehicles and push-rim wheelchairs.

Receiving outside assistance of any kind is not allowed. Outside assistance consists of, but is not limited to receiving fluids, gels, food or any personal items from someone not serving in an official race capacity; receiving pacing assistance from any person that is not a registered participant of the race.

Abusive behavior or language directed toward any other participant, volunteer, police officer, or staff member is also not allowed.

Any of these rule infractions can result in a time penalty or race disqualification. The discretion and final ruling reside with the Race Director.

 

IS THERE ENERGY GEL AVAILABLE ON THE COURSE?

Gel and nutrition products are available at select aid stations along the course.

 

WHAT SPORTS BEVERAGE WILL BE ON THE COURSE?

Powerade is our fluids partner for the race and will be offered as well as water at aid stations.

 

SPECTATORS

 

HOW CAN I FIND OUT IF A RUNNER HAS FINISHED?

Friends and family can track your progress in the Marathon and Half throughout the course through our timing company and mobile app. Links will be available on the website. Results for all events will be published on our website and social media during and immediately following the race. Find a Participant

 

HOW CAN I FIND OUT IF SOMEONE HAS DROPPED OUT OF THE RACE OR IS IN THE MEDICAL AREA?

Check at the Family Medical Information Tent which will be located near the Finish Line.

 

WHAT ARE THE BEST PLACES TO WATCH THE RACE?

Anywhere along the course route is a perfect location to watch the runners along with the beautiful views.  Reference the course pages on our website for maps and planning a location to watch from.

 

ARE THERE GROUP TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS?

The Louisiana Marathon has partnered with GOGO Charters to offer group transportation solutions for participants and spectators. GOGO Charters provides a range of services, including New Orleans charter bus rentals for those traveling from the city to Baton Rouge. For attendees seeking local Baton Rouge transportation, GOGO Charters offers convenient options to navigate the marathon events. Additionally, groups coming from northern Louisiana can arrange a Shreveport bus rental to ensure a comfortable journey to the marathon. To learn more or to book transportation, visit GOGO Charters or call 1-855-826-6770.

 

 

 

 

CREATING A CULTURE OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS

 

Join the Louisiana Farm Bureau Insurance Corporate Wellness Challenge to create a culture of health and wellness in your workplace. Whether it’s by running the Louisiana Marathon, Half Marathon, Louisiana Quarter Marathon, or walking the Louisiana Marathon 5K for the very first time; encourage your colleagues to join the challenge and win one of the wellness team categories.
 
 “Louisiana Farm Bureau Insurance is proud to sponsor the Louisiana Marathon,” said Executive Vice President and State Manager, Blaine Briggs.  “Bringing people together to enjoy food, fun and fellowship is part of our culture. Promoting healthy lifestyles is lagniappe.”
 
Ready to build a healthy workplace or continue the momentum at your organization? Please email Craig Sweeney to learn more and get started.

 

2020 OVERALL WINNERS

 

1ST PLACE

BLUE CROSS & BLUE SHIELD OF LOUISIANA

 

 

2ND PLACE

OCHSNER HEALTH SYSTEM

 

 

3RD PLACE

EXXONMOBIL

 

 

 

 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR FUTURE RACE DATES

The Louisiana Marathon is traditionally held the weekend preceding the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, which is the THIRD MONDAY in January each year.  Below are the planned dates for the next five years:

• JANUARY 17-18, 2026
• JANUARY 16-17, 2027
• JANUARY 15-16, 2028
• JANUARY 20-21, 2029
• JANUARY 19-20, 2030

We hope to see you at many more races in the future!  For a list of all FRESHJUNKIE Racing events, please follow the link below.

FRESHJUNKIE RACING CALENDAR

 

 

Want to Run for FREE and make a difference in your community? 

Join the Geaux the Distance Charity Program for the 2026 Louisiana Marathon, aimed at raising funds to support local charities across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast. 

Want to run the Louisiana Marathon for FREE? When you register, select to fundraise for Run Gulf Coast. By raising a minimum of $250 for Saturday races (5K or QTR Marathon) or $400 for Sunday races (Half or Full Marathon), your entry fee will be refunded! 

All of the money raised through the Geaux the Distance charity program benefitting the Run Gulf Coast Foundation will go towards transforming lives by removing barriers and providing equitable access to active lifestyles across the lifespan.

So, what are you waiting for? Join Geaux the Distance today and make your miles count for a better Louisiana!

 

Get the whole family active at the running festival. Join us for the Louisiana Blue Kid's Marathon Challenge, 1-Mile Kid's Marathon.  Our mission is to instill running as a part of a healthy lifestyle in our kids at an early age. With your help, we can add healthy, happy and active to our unique culture.

         

Louisiana Blue Kid's Marathon 

DATE: January 17, 2026

START TIME: 10:15am

START LOCATION: Corner of North 3rd Street and North Street

FINISH LOCATION: Main Finish Line - North 4th Street

CLICK HERE FOR AN ONLINE MAP

EVERYONE WINS WHEN K!DS MOVE! GET $250 FOR YOUR TEAM!

Teams Wanted! Any school, team, church group, scout troop or kids based organization can earn $250 when they register at least 10 kids for the Louisiana Blue Kids Marathon. Click here to start the team sign up process! 

 

K!DS MOVE! CHAMPION INCENTIVE PROGRAM

Are you a school, church or kids organization leader?  Maybe a coach or engaged parent for a youth sports team? Become a Kids Move Champion and make a positive impact on the lives of young people throughout Coastal Mississippi. By supporting and coaching kids to participate in the Louisiana Blue Kids Marathon or the 5K, you’ll be helping them develop healthy habits, build confidence, and have fun! Kids Move Champions will individually receive the following perks by growing their team!

 

*Recruit 10 Kids - earn $250 for your school/organization plus an entry to the Louisiana 5k or Quarter Marathon

*Recruit 20 Kids - Earn everything above and choose a Louisiana Marathon T-Shirt or Sweatshirt

*Recruit 40 Kids - Earn everything above and receive $100 cash gift card

 

How do I participate as a Kids Move Champion?

1. Gather a group of kids ages 5-12.

2. Create a Louisiana Blue Kids Move Team via Run Sign Up.  Click here for more information on creating your team page.

3. Recruit your school, team or organization to sign up for the Louisiana Blue Kids Marathon

4. Track your progress on your team's page in RunSignup.com and reach your recruitment goals.

 

TOP 3 KIDS ORGANIZATIONS

The Louisiana Marathon will award cash prizes for the TOP 3 KIDS ORGANIZATIONS with the most participants. Organizations can be schools, youth teams, scout troops, church groups, or any youth based organization.  First place receives $500, second receives $300, and third place will receive $150! 
The organization MUST be identified at the time of registration in order for the organization to get credit. 

FAST FACTS

What is included with a Kid's Marathon registration?

*ATHLETE bib with electronic timing chip

*PARENT bib to be worn by the parent/guardian responsible for checking the child out after the race  

*Event T-Shirt (youth sizing available)

*Finisher Medal at the finish line  

*Finish Festival Food and Beverage tickets 

*Kids Zone - Inflatable and fun activities for the kids

 

Is there an age limit? The Louisiana Blue Kid's Marathon is for children 12 years old and under.  Kids 12+ should register for the Louisiana Marathon 5K.

(Both distances are friendly to walking and race staff attends a "half-mile" turnaround to let the little kids get back to the finish line quicker if they like.)

 

Can parents run with their children?  Yes, but we encourage you to let them run on their own. The course is closely monitored and secured by race officials and local police. 

 

Finish Line & Kid Checkout:  Only race personnel and kids participating in the race will be allowed in the finish chute and checkout areas. Once you see your child in the finish chute, you can show your PARENT bib to the attendant to claim your child. If you have multiple kids, you will need to show your PARENT bib for each child in order for them to be released.  If a parent runs with their child, please WEAR the PARENT bib.

 

If you do not have the PARENT bib that matches the CHILD bib, the attendant will verify the information on the back with your photo ID. If you don't have a photo ID, you will be directed to one of our police partners to claim your child. 

 

 

 

 

HEALTHY LOUISIANA CHALLENGE

 

Join the LOUISIANA STATE CHALLENGE to create a culture of health and wellness in your workplace. 
Established by Governor John Bel Edwards in 2019, the State Challenge serves to motivate Louisiana State Employees to get moving. Each state department or agency is challenged to run the Louisiana Marathon 5K or a longer distance for those who are in shape to take on that challenge.  

The department or agency with the most miles run during the Louisiana Marathon weekend will be awarded the Louisiana State Challenge traveling trophy, along with bragging rights until a winner is determined at next year's event. 

Participants MUST register with the LAEMPLOYEE discount code and list their respective department or agency to officially participate in the challenge. Encourage your colleagues to join the challenge!
 

The 2026 Louisiana Marathon Official Athlete Guide presented by Window World will be emailed to all participants and posted here the week of the race.  The 2025 Athlete Guide may be viewed for reference here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/kubet/dkag/

 

 

CLICK HERE for the link to 2018 Participant Photos

 

CLICK HERE for the link to 2019 Participant Photos

 

CLICK HERE for the link to 2020 Participant Photos

 

 

The Louisiana Marathon (TLM) is produced by FRESHJUNKIE Racing (FJR).  FRESHJUNKIE Racing events are organized and directed under USA Track & Field (“USATF”) rules and regulations. Entrants must also comply with Louisiana Marathon and FRESHJUNKIE Racing rules and regulations.

 

SAFETY

Event Officials: All participants must follow the instructions of event officials (TLM staff and volunteers). For participants’ safety, no skates, skateboards, bicycles, hand crank cycles, push rim chairs or animals are permitted. Costumes covering the face, or any non-formfitting bulky outfit extending beyond the perimeter of the body, are not permitted.
Louisiana Marathon reserves the right to change the details of the event, including delaying, canceling, or suspending the race due to inclement weather or other potential safety risks. Participants must retire at once from the race if ordered to do so by event officials, medical staff, or any governmental authority, including firefighters and police officers.

Sportsmanship: Any participant who conducts himself or herself in an unsportsmanlike manner, or who is offensive in action or language to event officials, other participants, volunteers, or spectators may be disqualified. Protests concerning the conduct of participants will be accepted for up to 24 hours after the posting of results by contacting an event official or sending an email to info@thelouisianamarathon.com

 

PARTICIPANT ENTRY AND RACE BIB

Application: All participants must provide accurate information, including age, gender, and emergency contact information, when filling out the event application. A participant may not change or add a team affiliation after an event has started.

Race Bib: Your official participant bib (running number) must be fully visible at all times and worn on the front of your torso. The timing device is attached to the back of your running number; in order to ensure an accurate time, please do not fold or wrinkle the bib or cover it with a jacket, runner belt, water bottle, or any other item. Participants who run the race without their bib properly attached and displayed risk not having their finish time and split times recorded, and not being listed in the results. Runners without race bibs may be stopped and prohibited to enter the finishing chute. If your bib is lost on the course, please report it to an event official after the race.

Transfers Permitted: Race registrations are now transferable to other participants and your race registration can now be transferred to other FJR events.  There are restrictions, potential fees, and timing requirements related to these options.  Any and all transfers MUST be completed using our RunSignUp registration site.  Instructions can be found in our FAQs.  Recording official transfers is important and mandatory as it ensures race officials have accurate emergency contact information and correct insurance waivers for all participants in the event.  A participant who does not wear his or her assigned race bib/tag, or who is found to have transferred, bought, or sold entry without completing the official, required process in RunSignUp will be disqualified and suspended from subsequent FJR events.

No Refunds: Entry fees are non-refundable. Participants may defer entry to the following event year within a specified time frame for a fee. Participants may change race distances for the current event year within a specified time frame at either no charge or for a fee depending on the time frame and what distances the participant is moving between.

 

THE START

Start Corrals: Participants are responsible for arriving at the start corrals and entering at the designated corral entry points before the corral closing times. Any participant who climbs over a barricade or otherwise enters improperly may be disqualified. For participant safety, once a corral is closed for entry, late-arriving participants must report to the last corral. Please follow the instructions of event officials when entering corrals.

Race Start: The race will be started by an air horn or cannon unless otherwise noted. All participants must be behind the starting line at the start of the race and must follow the instructions of the race starter.

 

TIMING

Official Times: Your official (chip time) finish time is recorded by the timing system from when you cross the starting line to when you cross the finish line. Results are sorted by chip time and this determines the order of finish and award winners—except the Overall and Master's category awards, which are awarded based on gun time.  Gun time starts when the race officially starts (gun shot) and ends when you cross the finish line. Gun time and chip time are both shown in your results.  Start timing mats will be removed after the start of the race based on what the size of the field warrants. After the start has closed, no runners will be allowed to start the race. If a runner chooses to start, they must forfeit their bib and will not be considered an active participant in the event.

 

THE COURSE

Course Marking: TLM events (except for kids' races) are conducted on USATF-certified courses. Participants must stay within course boundaries, as designated by barriers, traffic cones, delineation, and/or other markings, at all times; must recognize and understand event signage and symbols relating to the course, directions, and facilities; and must follow the instructions of course marshals. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Course Monitoring: If you have not completed the entire course, do not cross the finish line. Participants with missing or irregular split times at official timing checkpoints will be reviewed and may be disqualified. If you must leave the course, rejoin it only at the point at which you exited. No participant, after leaving the course, will be allowed to rejoin the race either for the purpose of gaining a place or to pace or assist another competitor.

Assistance: Unofficial pacers or other unregistered participants are not permitted. A participant who receives outside assistance during an event from anyone other than official medical personnel or designated water stations may be disqualified.

Bandits: No individual who is not officially registered may join the event or accompany any participant in the event. Any person without an official bib will be directed to leave the course immediately.  Any registered participant receiving assistance or pacing from a bandit may be disqualified.

 

THE FINISH

Time Limit: In the interest of safety, and to allow streets to reopen as scheduled, participants should be prepared to adhere to the published pace standards and course cutoff times.  Those participants who are not able to maintain the required pace should be aware that fluid stations and other course amenities may not be available.  Participants behind the required pace in races staged on city streets will be asked to board a follow vehicle, be leap-frogged ahead on the course, or moved to the sidewalks and forfeit their race bib. Late participants may be able to cross the finish line, but they are not guaranteed to be timed and recorded as official finishers.

 

PROHIBITED ITEMS

The following items are prohibited from all TLM events and race venues:

A weapon of any kind, including firearms, knives, Mace, et cetera
Any dangerous item or “dual-use” item that could be considered dangerous, including hammers, saws, sharp objects, et cetera
Flammable liquids, fuels, fireworks, toxic chemicals, and explosives
Unmanned aerial devices, drones, survey balloons, photography mini-copters, and any flying device with an on/off switch

 

Full & Half Marathon

 

 

Louisiana Marathon VIP Experience (Limited Spots!)

Upgrade Your Race Day!

• $125 per ticket (registration not included)
• Available for Full & Half Marathon runners

 

VIP Perks:

• Prime viewing at Start/Finish Lines
• Pre-race VIP tent access (stay warm!)
• Fast-track packet pickup 
• VIP Gear Check (have your bags waiting for you in the VIP tent!)
• Dedicated VIP restrooms
• Exclusive VIP swag
• Catered food & drinks (including beer, wine & cocktails)
• Custom medal engraving

 

Children 12 & Under:

• 1 child entry free with each paid adult 
• $15 for additional children 

Multiple tickets can be purchased for family and friends who wish to enjoy the post-race amenities.  There are no discounts for multiple ticket purchases.  All VIP runners will receive instructions and information via email in the week leading up to the race.  If you have specific questions, please email our VIP Director, lauren@freshjunkie.com

 

 

EVERYONE WINS WHEN K!DS MOVE! GET $250 FOR YOUR TEAM!

Teams Wanted!  All school, team, church group, scout troop or kids based organization can earn $250 when they register at least 10 kids for the Louisiana Blue Kids Marathon.  Calling all teachers, coaches, scout leaders, and involved parent!  Become a Kids Move Champion and make a positive impact on the lives of young people throughout Louisiana.  Champions will earn perks for your team and for your leadership!

 

*Recruit 10 Kids - earn $250 for your team and an entry to the Louisiana 5K or Quarter Marathon

*Recruit 20 Kids - earn an entry to the Louisiana 5k or Quarter Marathon and get a Louisiana Blue Kids Move sweatshirt

*Recruit 40 Kids - earn an entry to the Louisiana 5k or Quarter Marathon, get a Louisiana Blue Kids Move sweatshirt and get a $100 cash gift card

 

To start a team in RunSignUp.com:

1. Create a team by clicking HERE
   
   
   
2. Create a Team Name
   
   
   
3. Select age group (5 - 12)
   
   
   
4. Create a password for team members to use.  This is a code for kiddos to get on the correct team  (ex: TIGERS2024).
   
   
   
5. Default Event: Leave this without a default option selected.
   
   
   
6. Promote to your potential team members and share the code to join the team.
   
   To view your team roster, sign in to RunSignup.com and click under your Profile, scroll to the team name and click it to access the team page. 
   *If you are registered for races through RunSignup.com, the youth team you will be listed below your races in your RunSignup Profile.

FAQs

What races can our team members sign up for?

Louisiana Blue Kids Marathon (1 mile run)

Can a runner (youth) who is already registered be moved to a team after the fact? 

Yes, a registered runner can be moved onto a team, as long as they are between the ages of 5 - 12 and they registered for the Louisiana Blue Kids Marathon.  A parent or Team Champion can email info@louisianamarathon.com

 

As the Champion, do I or can I also sign up for an event?  

Champions are not required to register for any of the events; however, they can register as individuals for the Louisiana 5K, Quarter Marathon, Half Marathon or Full Marathon.  Adults are not included on the Youth Teams or the counts for Youth Teams.  

 

Does a team need to be a registered school or organization in order to win the Top 3 Organization award?

Any organization, team, group can win.  In order to do this, kids on the team need to list the organization at the time of registration.   This is specified in the registration question.  Changes cannot be made after a race has occurred.

As a Team Leader, please specify how you want the kids to list their organization or school, when they are registering. 

FRESHJUNKIE Racing is committed to helping remove barriers to getting out and getting active. Since the very beginning we've provided opportunities to get involved in walking and running. Now through our partner non-profit, the Run Gulf Coast Foundation and the Run for All program, FRESHJUNKIE Racing is making even bigger efforts to give everyone a chance to move more. Part of the Run for All is to provide training programs easily accessible to get prepared.

You can do this! 

Ready to take on the challenge of a full or half marathon? We've got a training plan for you to get you to Race Day prepared and ready to go.

FULL MARATHON TRAINING PLAN

HALF MARATHON TRAINING PLAN

Want to take in all that Baton Rouge has to offer for the perfect race weekend? Check out the eleventh issue of RACECATION magazine. Packed full of great places to eat, stay, and explore around the Capitol City.

 

HOTEL PARTNERS

 

Courtyard Baton Rouge Downtown

260 Third Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70801
225-831-4646

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Located at the iconic corner of Florida and Third Street, the Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown is in the epicenter of Downtown Baton Rouge.  Four blocks from the Start/Finish and with a Starbucks inside, it's your perfect race hotel.  Check out the bar and grab you a PR, and enjoy a grab-and-go breakfast race morning, as well as late checkout options.  

Rate: $179++ per night

CLICK HERE TO BOOK COURTYARD BATON ROUGE DOWNTOWN 2026

 

Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center

201 Lafayette Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70801
800-955-6962

The Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center offers prime location, affordable rates, extended checkouts, 4-star service, and all of this while being in the center of all the action!  Enjoy the historic surroundings of the Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center hotel. Located downtown less than five minutes to the Louisiana State Capitol, and three miles from Louisiana State University. Take the complimentary shuttle to and from the airport and within a five-mile radius of our Baton Rouge, LA hotel. Breathe easy in our smoke-free environment.

Rate: $189++ per night

CLICK HERE TO BOOK HILTON BATON ROUGE CAPITOL CENTER 2026

Rate includes 1:00PM Late Checkout, Sunday Early Grab & Go Breakfast

 

Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown

462 Lafayette Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70801
225-382-2100
3 1/2 blocks to Start/Finish

 

The Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the bustling downtown business district. This modern hotel in downtown Baton Rouge is within walking distance to local attractions, businesses, the state capitol, and just a short drive to Louisiana State University or Southern University. Take advantage of the excellent location and enjoy a short walk into North Boulevard Town Square to enjoy live concerts and weekend festivals. Visit local attractions like the Shaw Center for the Arts and the Louisiana State Museum, or take the family for a fun day out to one of the beautiful city parks. We are also a short walk from a variety of exciting restaurants and bars, as well as the Belle of Baton Rouge Casino.

Rate: $189++ per night

CLICK HERE TO BOOK HAMPTON INN & SUITES BR DOWNTOWN 2026

 

Origin Hotel Baton Rouge

101 St. Ferdinand St.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802
225-224-0022

 

The new 87-room Origin Hotel Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel, stands as a testament to the city's rich history, located steps from the legendary Mississippi River. Once home to the Baton Rouge Savings & Loan Association and, later, the esteemed East Baton Rouge Arts and Technology School (EBRATS), a beacon for non-traditional learning and a vital contributor to the downtown renaissance, the building preserves its legacy with murals, artwork, and journals intricately woven into its design.

BOOKING LINK COMING SOON!

 

Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown Riverfront

200 Convention St.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70801
225-343-1515

 

 The Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown is located in the heart of downtown, just steps away from many local restaurants and attractions including the Historic Old State Capitol, Raising Cane's River Center, Shaw Center, and much more. We are pet-friendly hotel, with 93 comfortable and elegant guest rooms packed with great amenities. Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown delivers a blend of modern contemporary living with the best in traditional hospitality and the charm of historic Baton Rouge.  Event Rates are $199 - $204, and require a 2-night minimum stay.

BOOKING LINK COMING SOON!

 

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GEAUX RUN LOUISIANA

Here, in this little corner of the American South, European traditions blend with Caribbean influences to create a history as colorful as the local architecture, and food that is legendary. Haitian and African Creoles developed an exotic, spicy cuisine and were instrumental in creating Jazz and Zydeco.

Pick Your Passion – there’s lots to do around the state before and after your run. Click Here for LOUISIANA Travel and more information on planning your next trip.

 

EXPERIENCE THE CITY – THE RED STICK – FROM START TO FINISH
 

Running The Louisiana Marathon can be an indulgent dip into the eclectic culture, lush landscape, welcoming community, and rich palate of this incomparable state.

You will run beside the mighty Mississippi, through historic, oak-lined neighborhoods, along a cypress dotted bayou, and then land in a Finish Festival filled with mouth-watering Louisiana cuisine, drink, and local music. In Louisiana, we run to eat and drink, and we want to show you how it’s done!

Fly into Baton Rouge and take a cab to your downtown hotel. We encourage you to explore our beautiful state and to Pick Your Passion, because we truly appreciate the Louisiana culture. You’ll appreciate that from Monday to Sunday of race week you can walk everywhere.

 

PRIVATE GROUP TRANSPORTATION

For participants in the Louisiana Marathon seeking private transportation, three trusted providers are available to make your travel plans easier and more convenient:

 

Easy New Orleans Charter Bus
Easy New Orleans Charter Bus offers practical group transportation options for marathon participants and supporters traveling to Baton Rouge. Their fleet includes various bus sizes, ensuring they can accommodate groups of all kinds, from small teams to larger parties. With a focus on comfort and reliability, they simplify the logistics of getting to the race so you can focus on the big day.

 

National Charter Bus
National Charter Bus provides versatile transportation services across Louisiana. If you’re arranging a bus rental from New Orleans or need local transportation in Baton Rouge, they offer flexible solutions for groups of any size. For those traveling from farther away, such as northern Louisiana, a Shreveport charter bus can provide a comfortable and efficient way to get to the marathon. Whether you're traveling a short or long distance, their services are designed to make your trip seamless.

 

Shreveport Charter Bus Company
Shreveport Charter Bus Company is another option that offers group transportation services to help make travel around the state simple. With a variety of bus options available, they can accommodate groups of all sizes, whether you're traveling with a running team, volunteers, or supporters.

 

 

The Visit Baton Rouge Finish Festival is open to the public and features mouth-watering Louisiana food and an eclectic variety of local music.  Thousands of runners, spectators, foodies and music lovers enjoy the two-day festival each year.

The Visit Baton Rouge Finish Festival cranks up when runners participating in the Window World Louisiana Quarter Marathon & 5K and Louisiana Blue Kid's Marathon cross the finish line near the State Capitol Park on Saturday.  The Visit Baton Rouge Finish Fest continues on Sunday, following the Louisiana Marathon and Half Marathon.

A Taste of Louisiana

The Visit Baton Rouge Finish Festival showcases some of the best cuisine around. Our restaurant partners work hard to make your mouth water with all of your favorite Louisiana dishes!  

We will have Wally Tallin's Award winning Jambalaya, Chicken and Sausage Gumbo, Shrimp and Okra Gumbo and Vegan Gumbo at our showcase tents.  

The Finish Festival is open to the public. For access to food and beverages, you must have tickets, specific to that race-day. Each runner bib has tickets attached to the bottom, and each ticket is good for one beverage or one taste of food. 

World Class Entertainment

Kick off those running shoes and enjoy your Louisiana cuisine along with the music, like a true local. The Finish Festival will spotlight funky, eclectic Louisiana bands that attract visitors from around the globe year-round.

The Visit Baton Rouge Finish Festival is proud to offer an incredible line-up of outstanding local talent on both festival days. Like previous years, the festival anchors the experience and complements the course.  Below is the lineup from our 2025 event.  This page will be updated closer to the event in 2026.
 

SATURDAY @ THE FINISH FEST // January 18, 2025

8:30am - 11:30am // Pocket Chocolate

 

SUNDAY @ THE FINISH FEST // January 19, 2025 // 8:30am - 2:00pm

 

8:30am - 10:00am // Louisiana Yard Dogs

The Louisiana Yard Dogs are a blues rock trio steeped in the regional roots music of the Gulf Coast. From the Texas blues sounds of Stevie Ray Vaughn and Lightning Hopkins to the funky New Orleans sounds of the Meters and the Neville Brothers to the Mississippi sounds of Muddy Waters, mixed with the psychedelic sounds of Jimi Hendrix, the Louisiana Yard Dogs music is an extra spicy piping hot musical gumbo mixture of all these influences.  In the tradition of some of the most powerful trios in the history of rock and blues such as Cream, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, and ZZ Top, the Louisiana Yard Dogs are a small but powerful group that pack a dynamic punch.  The players have honed their craft relentlessly by performing, recording, and touring across the United States and internationally as professional musicians with many well-known artists including multiple Grammy Award Winners. 

10:30am - 12:00pm // Lost Bayou Ramblers

Lost Bayou Ramblers ‘ evolution as a Grammy winning Cajun band continues to excite, challenge, and redefine both genre expectations as well as cultural preconceptions.

Produced by Korey Richey (LCD Soundsystem, Arcade Fire) their 8th album, KALENDA, gave the band the title of "one of the most vital voices in contemporary Louisiana, and was awarded a Grammy for Best Regional Roots album in 2018.

The bands’ performance, produced by JACK WHITE, on the 2017 documentary series and record release, AMERICAN EPIC, solidifies Lost Bayou Ramblers’ international reputation as a traditional (while extremely progressive) Cajun band.

12:30pm - 2:00pm // Michael Foster Project

The Michael Foster Project is a Baton Rouge based brass band, covering multiple genres of music. From Traditional Jazz to Latin, Pop to Hip-Hop, this group is Baton Rouge's longest running brass band making their start in the late 90's. This group of top notched musicians have performed in just about every setting one can think of - Mardi Gras Balls, Miss USA Pageants, music festival in China, film festivals at Sundance and countless more! 

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Raising Cane's Kids Zone

Come visit the Raising Cane's Kids Zone next to the Welcome Center at AZ Young Park!  It’s a great way for kids to keep the fun and games going strong all weekend long. Your kids will have a blast exploring games for all ages and outdoor equipment, having their beautiful faces painted, and enjoying snacks and giveaways kindly provided by partners!

 

 

 

 

 

Louisiana Blue Kid's Marathon: Event T-Shirt

Assisted 5K: Event T-Shirt

Window World Louisiana Marathon 5K: Event T-Shirt

Window World Louisiana Quarter Marathon: Event T-Shirt

Assisted Quarter: Event T-Shirt

Birth Center of Baton Rouge Diaper Dash: Baby Onesie

Half Marathon: Event T-Shirt

Assisted Half: Event T-Shirt

Assisted Full: Event T-Shirt

Full Marathon: Event T-Shirt