27th Annual Marcus Jones/100 Black Men of St. Mary Parish 5k Run

  • Date Sat 30th August 2025
  • Time 7:30AM CDT
  • Location Morgan City, Louisiana
  • Price $32.80
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the 27th Annual Marcus Jones/100 Black Men of St. Mary Parish 5k Run on Saturday, August 30, 2025, in the charming city of Morgan City, Louisiana. This exciting event invites runners of all ages to experience the scenic route that winds through historic Morgan City, a location recently featured on the Travel Channel's "Ghost of Morgan City" series. Participants can look forward to a fun-filled day, starting with a 1-mile fun run for kids aged 4 to 10, followed by the main 5k race.

All participants will receive a race bib, and every finisher will be awarded a commemorative medal. The first 100 registrants will also receive a stylish event T-shirt. With awards for the overall male and female winners, as well as the top three finishers in each age group, this event promises to be competitive and rewarding. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this vibrant celebration of community and fitness in beautiful Morgan City!

Organiser's Description

The race winds itself through historic Morgan City, much of which has been seen recently worldwide on the Travel Channel's Ghost of Morgan City series.

The race's namesake is Marcus Jones, 80, an avid runner who continues the sport daily. For more information on the race or organization please call Travis Darnell (985) 992-0840 or Kreig Triggs (985) 519-1683

All participants will receive a bib and all race finishers will receive a commemorative race medal. T-shirts will be guaranteed to the first 100 participants who register.

Awards: Overall male and female. Top 3 males and top 3 females in each age group.



The race will start in Lawrence Park in Morgan City, Louisiana.



A 1-mile fun run for kids aged 4 to 10 will take place before the 5k event begins.

Races

  • 27th Annual Marcus Jones/100 Black Men of St. Mary Parish 5k Run

    Incl. $2.80 Fee

    Sat 30th August 2025 (7:30AM CDT)

    $32.80

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Lawrence Park, Morgan City, 70381, LA, United States

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