Kiwanis 5K Color Run and Pancake Festival
- Date Sat 5th September 2026
- Time 7:45AM CDT
- Location Natchitoches, Louisiana
- Price $16.90 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Kiwanis 5K Color Run and Pancake Festival on Saturday, September 5th, 2026, in Natchitoches! This vibrant event kicks off at the Collins Family Pavilion at Northwestern State University, where participants can enjoy an exhilarating 5K Color Run and a fun-filled 1-mile run, both designed to promote fitness and community spirit. As you dash through the colorful course, volunteers will shower you with vibrant colors, making it an unforgettable experience for runners of all ages.
Not only will you enjoy a fantastic race, but you'll also be treated to a delicious pancake breakfast from 7 AM to 11 AM, featuring free pancakes, sausage, and your choice of beverage! Bring the whole family along, as there will be a free Kids Zone with face painting and bounce houses, ensuring fun for the little ones too. This annual event is a vital fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches, supporting local projects that benefit children and families in the community. Don’t miss out on this fantastic day of fitness, food, and fun!
Not only will you enjoy a fantastic race, but you'll also be treated to a delicious pancake breakfast from 7 AM to 11 AM, featuring free pancakes, sausage, and your choice of beverage! Bring the whole family along, as there will be a free Kids Zone with face painting and bounce houses, ensuring fun for the little ones too. This annual event is a vital fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches, supporting local projects that benefit children and families in the community. Don’t miss out on this fantastic day of fitness, food, and fun!
Organiser's Description
On Saturday September 5th, 2026, the Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches is hosting its annual 5k Color Run and Pancake Festival, benefiting the club's service project funds. The event will start at the Northwestern State University's Collins Family Pavilion (between Turpin Stadium and Prather Coliseum).
PACKET PICK UP: Starts 7am at the NSU Pavillion
At 7:45am, 1-mile fun run begins.
At 8:00am, the 5K Color Run kicks off and along the route, there will be volunteers throwing color at those who want to participate. Overall top 3 race winners will receive a placement medal as well as each top 3 in age groups 5k Only: 13 & under/14-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60+
A full pancake breakfast will be available from 7am - 11am. The pancakes will be free to all guests. Yes, we said FREE PANCAKES! The breakfast itself will include delicious pancakes, sausage and your choice of beverage (Milk, Coffee, Apple Juice or Orange Juice).
A free Kids Zone will be setup with face painting and bounce houses.
This event is the primary fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches, supporting its service budget. Project examples are, Terrific Kids program, K-Kids Clubs at area elementary schools, Builders Clubs at area middles schools, dry cleaning for school uniforms and coat donations drives, literacy project and more.
PACKET PICK UP: Starts 7am at the NSU Pavillion
At 7:45am, 1-mile fun run begins.
At 8:00am, the 5K Color Run kicks off and along the route, there will be volunteers throwing color at those who want to participate. Overall top 3 race winners will receive a placement medal as well as each top 3 in age groups 5k Only: 13 & under/14-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60+
A full pancake breakfast will be available from 7am - 11am. The pancakes will be free to all guests. Yes, we said FREE PANCAKES! The breakfast itself will include delicious pancakes, sausage and your choice of beverage (Milk, Coffee, Apple Juice or Orange Juice).
A free Kids Zone will be setup with face painting and bounce houses.
This event is the primary fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches, supporting its service budget. Project examples are, Terrific Kids program, K-Kids Clubs at area elementary schools, Builders Clubs at area middles schools, dry cleaning for school uniforms and coat donations drives, literacy project and more.
Races
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5K Color Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$43.40
CLOSED -
Kids 12 & Under 5k Color Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$16.90
CLOSED -
1 Mile Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th September 2026 (7:45AM CDT)
$27.50
CLOSED -
Kids 12 & Under 1 Mile Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th September 2026 (7:45AM CDT)
$16.90
CLOSED
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210 South Jefferson Street, Natchitoches, 71457, LA, United States
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