Go for the Gold
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States
Mar, 2027 (TBD)
5k, Fun Run
Race Information
Each year the Go for the Gold 5K & Fun Run raises fund necessary for the operation of The Arc Caddo-Bossier's Goldman School and Child Development Centers. Go for the Gold features a timed, road course that starts and finishes at A.C. Steere Park, located at 4009 Youree Dr. This race offers gift card prizes to top finishers and finisher prizes to the first 300 finishers.
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👍 Run Pick of the Month: Louisiana Marathon
📍 Baton Rouge - January 16-17, 2027
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✅ 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
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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