King Cake 5k - Saturday, February 17th

Saturday, February 25, 2023 Past event

9:30 AM CST

Youngsville, Louisiana

$22.95–$48.75 · 3 races

5km, 10km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and don your most festive Mardi Gras attire for the 13th annual King Cake 5K on Saturday, February 17, 2024! Taking place in the vibrant community of Youngsville, Lafayette, this exciting event features a scenic 5K race around the picturesque Sugar Mill Pond. Runners will have the chance to work up an appetite for delicious King Cake while enjoying a day filled with family-friendly activities.

The fun kicks off at 7:30 AM with packet pickup and registration, followed by the 1-mile Fun Run at 8:30 AM, perfect for kids and families. After crossing the finish line, participants can indulge in delectable King Cake tastings from some of Acadiana's best bakeries. Don’t miss the awards for the best-dressed participants, and remember, early bird registration ends on February 4th! Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and festive flavors that will leave you with lasting memories!

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Races

King Cake 5k 13th Annual

Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

9:30 AM CST

$38.50

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1 Mile Fun Run

Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt

9:30 AM CST

$22.95

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King Cake 10k

Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt

9:30 AM CST

$48.75

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Organiser's description

Work up an appetite for King Cake and family fun at the 13th annual King Cake 5K. Dress in your most festive Mardi Gras gear and join Faith House in Youngsville, on Saturday, February 17, 2024, for a 5K around Sugar Mill Pond. After you cross that finish line, reward yourself with some of the finest King Cake in Acadiana!

The King Cake 5K is a family-friendly event, bring the kids to the race for our 1-mile Fun Run, face painting, games, and crafts! Those cheering on the runners can also get their fill of king cake, for a small donation.

Early bird registration ends February 4th so dont delay. Registration includes a great King Cake 5K raglan shirt , King Cake tasting from the best bakeries in Acadiana. Family and friends of the runners can enjoy King Cake as well for $5.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FEBRUARY 17, 2024

PACKET PICKUP/REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN AT 7:30 AM

KIDDIE COURT OPENS AT 7:30 AM

1 MILE FUN RUN STARTS AT 8:30 AM

5K WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FUN RUN

AWARDS FOR BEST DRESSED WILL BE GIVEN!