Beauregard Watermelon Fest 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 23rd May 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Deridder, Louisiana
- Price $32.95
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the Beauregard Watermelon Fest 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Deridder, Louisiana! This exciting event will kick off at 7 AM at the Beauregard Parish Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall, where participants of all ages can enjoy a scenic 5K run or walk. There’s also a Kids Fun Run, ensuring that families can come together to celebrate health and community spirit.
After crossing the finish line, participants can look forward to refreshing slices of delicious watermelon, a perfect treat to cool down! The event supports the Beauregard Christian Women's Job Corps, a wonderful initiative focused on empowering women and families in the local area. With awards for overall male and female finishers, along with medals for top participants in various age groups, this event promises a competitive yet friendly atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a day out with family, the Beauregard Watermelon Fest 5K is an opportunity you won't want to miss!
After crossing the finish line, participants can look forward to refreshing slices of delicious watermelon, a perfect treat to cool down! The event supports the Beauregard Christian Women's Job Corps, a wonderful initiative focused on empowering women and families in the local area. With awards for overall male and female finishers, along with medals for top participants in various age groups, this event promises a competitive yet friendly atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a day out with family, the Beauregard Watermelon Fest 5K is an opportunity you won't want to miss!
Organiser's Description
BEAUREGARD WATERMELON FEST 5K & KIDS FUN RUN
SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2026
BEAUREGARD PARISH FAIRGROUNDS EXHIBITION HALL
506 WEST DRIVE
DERIDDER, LA
RACE STARTS AT 7 AM
THE RACE WILL BEGIN AND END AT BEAUREGARD PARISH FAIRGROUNDS EXHIBITION HALL. LOTS OF DELICIOUS WATERMELON AFTER THE RACE.
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT BEAUREGARD CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S JOB CORPS
WE ARE A FAITH-BASED, HOLISTIC PROGRAM THAT IS MAKING A POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE LIVES OF WOMEN AND THEIR FAMILIES IN OUR RURAL COMMUNITY.
THE INTERACTIVE CLASSES ARE FREE OF CHARGE AND PROVIDE TRAINING TO EQUIP A WOMAN FOR LIFE AND EMPLOYMENT.
WE WELCOME WOMEN WHO ARE READY TO TAKE POSITIVE STEPS TOWARD ACHIEVING LIFE-CHANGING GOALS.
WE INVITE COMMUNITY-WIDE PARTICIPATION IN HELPING WOMEN IN OUR AREA REALIZE THEIR PERSONAL WORTH IN THE EYES OF GOD.
WE ARE A HAND UP, NOT A HAND OUT!
AWARDS FOR OVERALL MALE & FEMALE AND IN AGE GROUPS.
1ST, 2ND, 3RD PLACE MEDALS FOR MALE AND FEMALE IN EACH AGE CATEGORY:
- 10 & UNDER
- 11-17
- 18-25
- 26-34
- 35-44
- 45-54
- 55-64
- 65 AND OVER
ENTRY FEES:
$30.00 5K RUN/WALK ($35 DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION)
$130.00 FAMILY (UP TO 6 MEMBERS-IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY)
ADDITIONAL CHILDREN OF FAMILY $15 EACH
$25 PER RUNNER FOR TEAMS OF 10 OR MORE (PRE-REGISTERED)
PAPER REGISTRATION FORM IS THE ONLY WAY TO REGISTER FOR THIS RACE. CLICK ON THE PDF ICON ABOVE TO DOWNLOAD THE FORM.
T-SHIRTS ONLY GUARANTEED TO PARTICIPANTS REGISTERED BY APRIL 27, 2026. BELLA CANVAS TEE SHIRTS. YOU MAY PURCHASE ADDITIONAL TEE SHIRTS FOR $15 EACH AND MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE ALONG WITH YOUR REGISTRATION.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CALL: (318) 663-0489
SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2026
BEAUREGARD PARISH FAIRGROUNDS EXHIBITION HALL
506 WEST DRIVE
DERIDDER, LA
RACE STARTS AT 7 AM
THE RACE WILL BEGIN AND END AT BEAUREGARD PARISH FAIRGROUNDS EXHIBITION HALL. LOTS OF DELICIOUS WATERMELON AFTER THE RACE.
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT BEAUREGARD CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S JOB CORPS
WE ARE A FAITH-BASED, HOLISTIC PROGRAM THAT IS MAKING A POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE LIVES OF WOMEN AND THEIR FAMILIES IN OUR RURAL COMMUNITY.
THE INTERACTIVE CLASSES ARE FREE OF CHARGE AND PROVIDE TRAINING TO EQUIP A WOMAN FOR LIFE AND EMPLOYMENT.
WE WELCOME WOMEN WHO ARE READY TO TAKE POSITIVE STEPS TOWARD ACHIEVING LIFE-CHANGING GOALS.
WE INVITE COMMUNITY-WIDE PARTICIPATION IN HELPING WOMEN IN OUR AREA REALIZE THEIR PERSONAL WORTH IN THE EYES OF GOD.
WE ARE A HAND UP, NOT A HAND OUT!
AWARDS FOR OVERALL MALE & FEMALE AND IN AGE GROUPS.
1ST, 2ND, 3RD PLACE MEDALS FOR MALE AND FEMALE IN EACH AGE CATEGORY:
- 10 & UNDER
- 11-17
- 18-25
- 26-34
- 35-44
- 45-54
- 55-64
- 65 AND OVER
ENTRY FEES:
$30.00 5K RUN/WALK ($35 DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION)
$130.00 FAMILY (UP TO 6 MEMBERS-IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY)
ADDITIONAL CHILDREN OF FAMILY $15 EACH
$25 PER RUNNER FOR TEAMS OF 10 OR MORE (PRE-REGISTERED)
PAPER REGISTRATION FORM IS THE ONLY WAY TO REGISTER FOR THIS RACE. CLICK ON THE PDF ICON ABOVE TO DOWNLOAD THE FORM.
T-SHIRTS ONLY GUARANTEED TO PARTICIPANTS REGISTERED BY APRIL 27, 2026. BELLA CANVAS TEE SHIRTS. YOU MAY PURCHASE ADDITIONAL TEE SHIRTS FOR $15 EACH AND MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE ALONG WITH YOUR REGISTRATION.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CALL: (318) 663-0489
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.95 Fee
Sat 23rd May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$32.95
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