Laketown Distance Festival Run/Walk
Kenner, Louisiana, United States
Jan, 2027 (TBD)
5k, 10k, 10mi
Race Information
The Laketown Distance Festival Run/Walk event site is located on Lake Pontchartrain at the end of Williams Blvd., just west of the Kenner Boat Launch and the Treasure Chest Casino. The Kenner - Lakefront jogging pathway offers an excellent location for multi-distance run/walk events. The race offers options for 10-mile, 10K, and 5K distance events that are excellent and economical training opportunities in a quality race environment.
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👍 Run Pick of the Month: Louisiana Marathon
📍 Baton Rouge - January 16-17, 2027
😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Fast, flat, Boston Qualifier through Baton Rouge’s top sights
✅ Multiple distance options from 5K to marathon
✅ Lively finish festival with live music, local eats, and craft beer
The Louisiana Marathon delivers a fast, scenic tour of Baton Rouge with a course built for PRs and unforgettable views. Blending Southern hospitality with race-day energy, it’s a standout winter event that keeps runners coming back year after year.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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