Great 5k and Paddlefest
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Shreveport, Louisiana
- Price $16.90 - $54.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day at the Great 5k and Paddlefest on Saturday, October 3, 2026, taking place at Fox Creek Farms in Shreveport, Caddo! This vibrant event features two exhilarating race distances: a 5K run kicking off at 8:00 a.m. and a thrilling 2-mile Paddlefest starting at 9:15 a.m. Participants can enjoy the beautiful scenery while supporting a great cause — the ARC Caddo-Bossier's programs, which provide equine-assisted services to individuals with disabilities.
Join us for this fun-filled day packed with camaraderie, competition, and celebration! Registration fees include a ticket to the Great Post Race Party, where you can indulge in delicious food from Ki Mexico, live music, and exciting door prizes. Whether you’re running the 5K or paddling your way through the Paddlefest, it's a fantastic opportunity to get active, enjoy the outdoors, and make lasting memories with friends and family. Don’t miss out on this incredible event that combines fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Join us for this fun-filled day packed with camaraderie, competition, and celebration! Registration fees include a ticket to the Great Post Race Party, where you can indulge in delicious food from Ki Mexico, live music, and exciting door prizes. Whether you’re running the 5K or paddling your way through the Paddlefest, it's a fantastic opportunity to get active, enjoy the outdoors, and make lasting memories with friends and family. Don’t miss out on this incredible event that combines fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
THE ARC CADDO-BOSSIERS GREAT PROGRAM OFFERS EQUINE ASSISTED SERVICES TO CHILDREN, TEENS AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES. THROUGH CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS AND TRAINED VOLUNTEERS, OUR PROGRAM POSITIVELY AFFECTS THE PHYSICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL AND SOCIAL WELL BEING OF OUR STUDENTS. GREAT OFFERS DIVERSE PROGRAMS TO LOCAL SCHOOLS AND HOSPITALS AS WELL AS PRIVATE LESSONS AND SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS.
TIMES & LOCATION:
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026
FOX CREEK FARMS, 11958 ELLERBE ROAD, SHREVEPORT, LA 71115
5K - 8:00 A.M.
PADDLEFEST - 9:15 A.M.
ENTRY FEES:
5K AND PADDLEFEST ENTRY FEE (INCLUDES 1 TICKET TO THE GREAT POST RACE PARTY): EARLY REGISTRATION IS $50 UNTIL SEPT. 19, $55 SEPT. 20-OCT. 2, $60 RACE DAY
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5K ONLY ENTRY FEE (INCLUDES 1 TICKET TO THE GREAT POST RACE PARTY): EARLY REGISTRATION IS $35 UNTIL SEPT. 19, $40 SEPT. 20-OCT. 2, $45 RACE DAY
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PADDLEFEST ONLY ENTRY FEE (INCLUDES 1 TICKET TO THE GREAT POST RACE PARTY): EARLY REGISTRATION IS $35 UNTIL SEPT. 19, $40 SEPT. 20-OCT. 2, $45 RACE DAY
*YOU MUST REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 18 TO BE GUARANTEED A RACE SHIRT
**PADDLEFEST PORTION WILL BE A 2 MILE PADDLE.
***LIFEJACKETS REQUIRED FOR THE PADDLEFEST***
PADDLEFEST WILL BE AT FOX CREEK FARMS
BRING YOUR OWN PADDLEBOARD, KAYAK OR CANOE FOR THE PADDLEFEST. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN RENTING ONE ($20), PLEASE CALL CAROLINE HENDRIX AT 318-564-5769
PACKET PICK-UP: AT SPORTSPECTRUM ~
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 FROM 12:00-6:00 PM
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 FROM 10:00 AM-5:00 PM.
RACE DAY PICK UP WILL BE FROM 7:00-7:45 AM AT FOX CREEK FARMS
AWARDS:
WILL BE GIVEN TO 1ST OVERALL 5K FINISHERS MALE AND FEMALE AND IN EACH OF THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS: 18 & UNDER, 19-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
1ST OVERALL PADDLESFEST FINISHERS MALE AND FEMALE PADDLEBOARD, KAYAK, AND CANOE
1ST OVERALL 2 PERSON KAYAK
1ST OVERALL 2 PERSON CANOE
THE GREAT POST RACE PARTY: JOIN US FOR A POST RACE CELEBRATION AT FOX CREEK FARMS. $15 GETS YOU INTO THE PARTY WHERE YOU CAN SAMPLE DELICIOUS FOOD PROVIDED BY KI MEXICO. THERE WILL BE LIVE MUSIC, DRAWINGS, DOOR PRIZES AND LOTS OF FUN FOR THE KIDS!
TIMES & LOCATION:
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026
FOX CREEK FARMS, 11958 ELLERBE ROAD, SHREVEPORT, LA 71115
5K - 8:00 A.M.
PADDLEFEST - 9:15 A.M.
ENTRY FEES:
5K AND PADDLEFEST ENTRY FEE (INCLUDES 1 TICKET TO THE GREAT POST RACE PARTY): EARLY REGISTRATION IS $50 UNTIL SEPT. 19, $55 SEPT. 20-OCT. 2, $60 RACE DAY
__________________________________________
5K ONLY ENTRY FEE (INCLUDES 1 TICKET TO THE GREAT POST RACE PARTY): EARLY REGISTRATION IS $35 UNTIL SEPT. 19, $40 SEPT. 20-OCT. 2, $45 RACE DAY
_________________________________________
PADDLEFEST ONLY ENTRY FEE (INCLUDES 1 TICKET TO THE GREAT POST RACE PARTY): EARLY REGISTRATION IS $35 UNTIL SEPT. 19, $40 SEPT. 20-OCT. 2, $45 RACE DAY
*YOU MUST REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 18 TO BE GUARANTEED A RACE SHIRT
**PADDLEFEST PORTION WILL BE A 2 MILE PADDLE.
***LIFEJACKETS REQUIRED FOR THE PADDLEFEST***
PADDLEFEST WILL BE AT FOX CREEK FARMS
BRING YOUR OWN PADDLEBOARD, KAYAK OR CANOE FOR THE PADDLEFEST. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN RENTING ONE ($20), PLEASE CALL CAROLINE HENDRIX AT 318-564-5769
PACKET PICK-UP: AT SPORTSPECTRUM ~
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 FROM 12:00-6:00 PM
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 FROM 10:00 AM-5:00 PM.
RACE DAY PICK UP WILL BE FROM 7:00-7:45 AM AT FOX CREEK FARMS
AWARDS:
WILL BE GIVEN TO 1ST OVERALL 5K FINISHERS MALE AND FEMALE AND IN EACH OF THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS: 18 & UNDER, 19-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
1ST OVERALL PADDLESFEST FINISHERS MALE AND FEMALE PADDLEBOARD, KAYAK, AND CANOE
1ST OVERALL 2 PERSON KAYAK
1ST OVERALL 2 PERSON CANOE
THE GREAT POST RACE PARTY: JOIN US FOR A POST RACE CELEBRATION AT FOX CREEK FARMS. $15 GETS YOU INTO THE PARTY WHERE YOU CAN SAMPLE DELICIOUS FOOD PROVIDED BY KI MEXICO. THERE WILL BE LIVE MUSIC, DRAWINGS, DOOR PRIZES AND LOTS OF FUN FOR THE KIDS!
Races
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5k ONLY
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
Registration includes 1 ticket to The GREAT Post Race Party -
5k & Paddlefest
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$54.00
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Paddlefest ONLY
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:15AM CDT)
$38.10
The paddle portion is 2 miles. Registration includes 1 ticket to The GREAT Post Race Party -
GREAT Post Race Party
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (10:15AM CDT)
$16.90
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Fox Creek Farms, 11958 Ellerbe Rd, Shreveport, 71115, LA, United States
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