Big Easy in Little Elm
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From Town of Little Elm
- Date Sat 28th February 2026
- Time 5:00PM CST
- Location Little Elm, Texas
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Get ready for the vibrant return of the Big Easy in Little Elm, hosted by the Town of Little Elm on Saturday, February 28, 2026! This lively event runs from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and promises a fantastic evening filled with Cajun culture and community spirit. Participants can kick off the festivities with a Mardi Gras-themed 5K, alongside a fun 1K Fun Run suitable for all ages. Runners will enjoy the excitement of competing for awards in various categories, including the best-dressed individuals and groups, with the first 1,000 registrants receiving a coveted finishers medal.
But that's not all! The Big Easy also features a mouthwatering crawfish boil, live music from the energetic SPAZMATICS, and a variety of food trucks and vendors. Don’t miss out on the fun contests and themed games, including the popular King Cake Eating contest! With pre-sale crawfish pricing starting at just $25 and a family pack option available, you can indulge in some delicious Louisiana-style cuisine. Mark your calendars and join us in Little Elm, Denton for a night of celebration, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories!
But that's not all! The Big Easy also features a mouthwatering crawfish boil, live music from the energetic SPAZMATICS, and a variety of food trucks and vendors. Don’t miss out on the fun contests and themed games, including the popular King Cake Eating contest! With pre-sale crawfish pricing starting at just $25 and a family pack option available, you can indulge in some delicious Louisiana-style cuisine. Mark your calendars and join us in Little Elm, Denton for a night of celebration, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories!
Organiser's Description
The Big Easy is BACK in Little Elm for its 12th year on February 28, 2026, from 5:00pm - 9:00pm!
Join us for your Cajun favorites including:
* A Mardi Gras-themed 5K
* Crawfish boil
* Live music by SPAZMATICS
* Fun contests and programming
* Food trucks and vendors
* Art displays and shopping
Participate in our themed games and contests including the King Cake Eating!
Sign up for our 5K and fun walk!
* The run/walk is open to all ages
* Each participant will receive a t-shirt and the first 1000 registered will get a finishers medal
* Awards will be given for the best dressed female, male, and krewe (a krewe is five to 10 people)
CRAWFISH PRICING
Pre-Sale: $25
Day Of Event: $30
5K Runner Add-On: $20
Each order includes: 2lbs of crawfish, 1 corn, and 2 potatoes.
Family Pack (Pre-Sale Only): $60
Includes 5 lbs of crawfish, 3 corn, and 5 potatoes. (Limited quantity available.)
PARKING
* Participants who who pick up their race day packet in advance, will get free parking
PACKET PICKUP
Info coming soon
EVENT SCHEDULE
5:00 PM 1K Fun Run starts
5:15 PM 5K starts
6:15 PM 5K awards begin + PARTY!
AWARDS
Overall Male & Female,
Masters Male & Female
The breakdown of age groups will start with 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29 and continue in 5 year increments, up to 80+
All awards are based on chip time.
AWARDS WILL NOT BE MAILED OUT AFTER THE EVENT.
WEATHER
Race is rain or shine!
For safety reasons, we reserve the right to modify or cancel a race due to severe weather conditions. When severe weather is present, all precautions will be made to ensure the safety of the athletes.
In the event of inclement weather, the start time of this event may be delayed by up to 1 hour. Past this time, the even course may be shortened or altered to protect the participants. If conditions turn unsafe, the event may be cancelled. Event changes and cancellations are at the discretion of the organizer and local authorities.
We always strive to produce a full and safe multi sport event, but sometimes the weather conditions can affect those plans. Considerable amount goes into planning a multisport event and we do so with the best intentions. Unfortunately, no one can control the weather and race directors are not the exceptions. Our goal is to always produce a full event as scheduled and only modify these plans due to safety concerns some of which can be caused by weather conditions.
Thank you for your understanding of these policies and we appreciate your participation.
Join us for your Cajun favorites including:
* A Mardi Gras-themed 5K
* Crawfish boil
* Live music by SPAZMATICS
* Fun contests and programming
* Food trucks and vendors
* Art displays and shopping
Participate in our themed games and contests including the King Cake Eating!
Sign up for our 5K and fun walk!
* The run/walk is open to all ages
* Each participant will receive a t-shirt and the first 1000 registered will get a finishers medal
* Awards will be given for the best dressed female, male, and krewe (a krewe is five to 10 people)
CRAWFISH PRICING
Pre-Sale: $25
Day Of Event: $30
5K Runner Add-On: $20
Each order includes: 2lbs of crawfish, 1 corn, and 2 potatoes.
Family Pack (Pre-Sale Only): $60
Includes 5 lbs of crawfish, 3 corn, and 5 potatoes. (Limited quantity available.)
PARKING
* Participants who who pick up their race day packet in advance, will get free parking
PACKET PICKUP
Info coming soon
EVENT SCHEDULE
5:00 PM 1K Fun Run starts
5:15 PM 5K starts
6:15 PM 5K awards begin + PARTY!
AWARDS
Overall Male & Female,
Masters Male & Female
The breakdown of age groups will start with 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29 and continue in 5 year increments, up to 80+
All awards are based on chip time.
AWARDS WILL NOT BE MAILED OUT AFTER THE EVENT.
WEATHER
Race is rain or shine!
For safety reasons, we reserve the right to modify or cancel a race due to severe weather conditions. When severe weather is present, all precautions will be made to ensure the safety of the athletes.
In the event of inclement weather, the start time of this event may be delayed by up to 1 hour. Past this time, the even course may be shortened or altered to protect the participants. If conditions turn unsafe, the event may be cancelled. Event changes and cancellations are at the discretion of the organizer and local authorities.
We always strive to produce a full and safe multi sport event, but sometimes the weather conditions can affect those plans. Considerable amount goes into planning a multisport event and we do so with the best intentions. Unfortunately, no one can control the weather and race directors are not the exceptions. Our goal is to always produce a full event as scheduled and only modify these plans due to safety concerns some of which can be caused by weather conditions.
Thank you for your understanding of these policies and we appreciate your participation.
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