Cajun Road Runners Downtown 8K
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Lafayette, Louisiana
- Price $43.40 - $48.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Cajun Road Runners Downtown 8K Classic, taking place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in the vibrant city of Lafayette, Louisiana! This exciting race will kick off and conclude at the picturesque Parc Sans Souci, guiding participants through the scenic heart of Downtown Lafayette, the stunning oak tree-lined campus of the University of Louisiana Lafayette, and the lively Oil Center.
Whether you’re a local or a former resident now living elsewhere, you can join in on the fun with a virtual option available! Runners will have the chance to showcase their skills and compete for awards, with prizes for the top three male and female finishers as well as the top three in each age group. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to register for the Triple Crown series and earn exclusive Cajun swag! With early registration discounts and a festive atmosphere on race day, this event promises to be a highlight of the fall running season. Be sure to mark your calendars and prepare for a fantastic day of community and competition!
Whether you’re a local or a former resident now living elsewhere, you can join in on the fun with a virtual option available! Runners will have the chance to showcase their skills and compete for awards, with prizes for the top three male and female finishers as well as the top three in each age group. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to register for the Triple Crown series and earn exclusive Cajun swag! With early registration discounts and a festive atmosphere on race day, this event promises to be a highlight of the fall running season. Be sure to mark your calendars and prepare for a fantastic day of community and competition!
Organiser's Description
The Cajun Road Runners Downtown 8K Classic will start and finish at Parc Sans Souci.
The course runs through the heart of Downtown Lafayette, the University of Louisiana Lafayette's beautiful oak tree-lined campus and the Oil Center.
Lafayette local-at-heart now living elsewhere? Choose our virtual option!
TRIPLE CROWN REGISTRATION & SWAG ELIGIBILITY:
Register for all three Triple Crown races together [https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/Lafayette/CajunRoadRunnersTripleCrown] to qualify for exclusive Cajun Road Runners swag!
If you initially registered for races individually but would like to switch to the Triple Crown package, please notify us by October 24, 2026 to guarantee your swag. TRIPLE CROWN REGISTRATIONS MADE AFTER OCTOBER 24TH MAY NOT INCLUDE SWAG.
An additional $5 will be discounted for Cajun Road Runners Club members (**NOT VALID FOR VIRTUAL OPTION**)
Participants 12 and under as of September 3rd may register at a discounted rate of $35. The rate will apply once the birthdate is entered and calculated.
Awards will be given to top THREE overall male and female winners and the top THREE finishers in each age group: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and older (We will add older age groups in 10 year increments as needed).
PACKET PICK UP: Friday, October 9, 2026, location TBD
There will be race day packet pickup and race day registration starting at 6:45 am, but for a smoother experience, we encourage you to register and pick up your packet on Friday.
PRICING:
Through 7/14: $45
7/15-8/18: $50
8/19-10/8: $55
Packet Pick-up and Race Day: $60 - In-Person Registration
_**ONLINE registration will close on 10/8/2026 at 6:00 pm for timing purposes. In-person registration will be available at packet pickup and race morning**_
The course runs through the heart of Downtown Lafayette, the University of Louisiana Lafayette's beautiful oak tree-lined campus and the Oil Center.
Lafayette local-at-heart now living elsewhere? Choose our virtual option!
TRIPLE CROWN REGISTRATION & SWAG ELIGIBILITY:
Register for all three Triple Crown races together [https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/Lafayette/CajunRoadRunnersTripleCrown] to qualify for exclusive Cajun Road Runners swag!
If you initially registered for races individually but would like to switch to the Triple Crown package, please notify us by October 24, 2026 to guarantee your swag. TRIPLE CROWN REGISTRATIONS MADE AFTER OCTOBER 24TH MAY NOT INCLUDE SWAG.
An additional $5 will be discounted for Cajun Road Runners Club members (**NOT VALID FOR VIRTUAL OPTION**)
Participants 12 and under as of September 3rd may register at a discounted rate of $35. The rate will apply once the birthdate is entered and calculated.
Awards will be given to top THREE overall male and female winners and the top THREE finishers in each age group: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and older (We will add older age groups in 10 year increments as needed).
PACKET PICK UP: Friday, October 9, 2026, location TBD
There will be race day packet pickup and race day registration starting at 6:45 am, but for a smoother experience, we encourage you to register and pick up your packet on Friday.
PRICING:
Through 7/14: $45
7/15-8/18: $50
8/19-10/8: $55
Packet Pick-up and Race Day: $60 - In-Person Registration
_**ONLINE registration will close on 10/8/2026 at 6:00 pm for timing purposes. In-person registration will be available at packet pickup and race morning**_
Races
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Cajun Road Runners Downtown 8K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Unisex Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$48.70
OPENS 09 MARParticipants 12 years of age and under as of 10/9/26 will be allowed to register at a discounted rate of $35. Packet Pickup and Race Day registration $60. -
VIRTUAL Cajun Road Runners Downtown 8K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Unisex Shirt
$48.70
OPENS 09 MAR -
Cajun Road Runners Downtown 8K WITHOUT SWAG
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$43.40
OPENS 09 MAR
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