Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date Sat 23rd May 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Gonzales, Louisiana
- Price $22.95 - $32.95
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the 59th Annual Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Gonzales, Louisiana! Taking place at the vibrant Lamar Dixon Expo Center, this fantastic event promises a day filled with fun, community spirit, and a chance to get active. Participants can kick off the day with registration at 6:15 AM, followed by the 1 Mile Fun Run for kids at 7:00 AM and the 5K race starting at 7:30 AM.
This year’s course is flat and fast, making it perfect for runners of all skill levels. Each entrant will receive a free T-shirt and delectable jambalaya at the after-party, where you can enjoy live music and a festive atmosphere. Whether you compete solo or join as a team of three, there are awards for top finishers in various age categories and overall performance. Don't miss the chance to be part of this spirited celebration of health and community! Register early to secure your spot and T-shirt. Let’s run for jambalaya!
This year’s course is flat and fast, making it perfect for runners of all skill levels. Each entrant will receive a free T-shirt and delectable jambalaya at the after-party, where you can enjoy live music and a festive atmosphere. Whether you compete solo or join as a team of three, there are awards for top finishers in various age categories and overall performance. Don't miss the chance to be part of this spirited celebration of health and community! Register early to secure your spot and T-shirt. Let’s run for jambalaya!
Organiser's Description
59TH ANNUAL JAMBALAYA FESTIVAL 5K & 1 MILE FUN RUN
WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2026
TIME: 6:15 AM - REGISTRATION /SIGN IN
7:00 AM - 1 MILE FUN RUN - "KIDS RUN" START
7:30 AM - 5K RUN START
**NEW LOCATION**
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE RACE HAS MOVED TO THE LAMAR DIXON EXPO CENTER LOCATED AT 9039 S. ST. LANDRY AVE., GONZALES, LA.
EVENT DETAILS:
ENTRANTS WILL RECEIVE A FREE T-SHIRT AND FREE JAMBALAYA AT THE AFTER PARTY RUN AND AFTER PARTY IS THROUGH THE GROUNDS OF THE LAMAR DIXON EXPO CENTER MUSIC, COOKING, PARTY ATMOSPHERE - THIS IS A FLAT, FAST COURSE!
5K TEAMS WILL CONSIST OF 3 TEAM MEMBERS. THE CAPTAIN WILL CREATE THE TEAM NAME AND THE MEMBERS WILL JOIN THE TEAM.
NOTE - T-SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER AFTER 5/01/2026
REGISTRATION FEES:
TILL MAY 23RD - $25 FOR THE 5K, $15 FOR THE 1 MILE AND $30 FOR BOTH THE 5K & 1 MILE
BIB/RACE # PICKUP (LOCATION, DATE & TIME):
RACE DAY SIGN IN STARTING AT 6:15 AM AT THE LAMAR DIXON EXPO CENTER LOCATED AT 9039 S. ST. LANDRY AVE., GONZALES. (BETWEEN MAIN ARENA AND WATER TOWER)
PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE AT JAMBALAYAFESTIVAL.NET [http://Jambalayafestival.net] TO VIEW THE COURSE LAYOUT UNDER THE 5K/1MILE TAB
1 MILE FUN RUN - "KIDS RUN" AWARDS:
1ST, 2ND, 3RD PLACE MEDALS FOR MALE & FEMALE - OVERALL AND AGE CATEGORIES 1-4, 5-10 AND 11-15
5K AWARDS: TOP OVERALL MALE & FEMALE 1ST, 2ND, 3RD IN EACH GROUP MALE & FEMALE
AGE GROUPS: 9 & UNDER, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
TEAM AWARDS ARE 1ST AND 2ND PLACE MEDALS FOR TEAMS WITH LOWEST TOTAL TIME.
WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2026
TIME: 6:15 AM - REGISTRATION /SIGN IN
7:00 AM - 1 MILE FUN RUN - "KIDS RUN" START
7:30 AM - 5K RUN START
**NEW LOCATION**
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE RACE HAS MOVED TO THE LAMAR DIXON EXPO CENTER LOCATED AT 9039 S. ST. LANDRY AVE., GONZALES, LA.
EVENT DETAILS:
ENTRANTS WILL RECEIVE A FREE T-SHIRT AND FREE JAMBALAYA AT THE AFTER PARTY RUN AND AFTER PARTY IS THROUGH THE GROUNDS OF THE LAMAR DIXON EXPO CENTER MUSIC, COOKING, PARTY ATMOSPHERE - THIS IS A FLAT, FAST COURSE!
5K TEAMS WILL CONSIST OF 3 TEAM MEMBERS. THE CAPTAIN WILL CREATE THE TEAM NAME AND THE MEMBERS WILL JOIN THE TEAM.
NOTE - T-SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER AFTER 5/01/2026
REGISTRATION FEES:
TILL MAY 23RD - $25 FOR THE 5K, $15 FOR THE 1 MILE AND $30 FOR BOTH THE 5K & 1 MILE
BIB/RACE # PICKUP (LOCATION, DATE & TIME):
RACE DAY SIGN IN STARTING AT 6:15 AM AT THE LAMAR DIXON EXPO CENTER LOCATED AT 9039 S. ST. LANDRY AVE., GONZALES. (BETWEEN MAIN ARENA AND WATER TOWER)
PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE AT JAMBALAYAFESTIVAL.NET [http://Jambalayafestival.net] TO VIEW THE COURSE LAYOUT UNDER THE 5K/1MILE TAB
1 MILE FUN RUN - "KIDS RUN" AWARDS:
1ST, 2ND, 3RD PLACE MEDALS FOR MALE & FEMALE - OVERALL AND AGE CATEGORIES 1-4, 5-10 AND 11-15
5K AWARDS: TOP OVERALL MALE & FEMALE 1ST, 2ND, 3RD IN EACH GROUP MALE & FEMALE
AGE GROUPS: 9 & UNDER, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
TEAM AWARDS ARE 1ST AND 2ND PLACE MEDALS FOR TEAMS WITH LOWEST TOTAL TIME.
Races
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1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$22.95
CLOSEDThe focus of the mile fun run is to get kids and non-runners to participate in the event. -
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd May 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$32.95
CLOSED -
5K - 3 Person Team Competition
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd May 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$27.95
CLOSED5K Teams will consist of 3 team members. The captain will create the Team Name and the members will join the Team. 1st and 2nd place teams with the lowest combined time will be awarded. -
Run the 5K and the 1 Mile
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$32.95
CLOSEDThis selection is to run both the 1 Mile and the 5K races for a reduced price of $30 total.
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9039 S. St. Landry Ave., Lamar Dixon Expo Center, Gonzales, 70737, LA, United States
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