LV5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run

  • Date Sat 4th April 2026
  • Time 8:00AM CDT
  • Location Alexandria, Louisiana
  • Price $22.20 - $37.04
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 1 Mile, 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the vibrant LV5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the Alexandria Senior High School football field in Alexandria, Rapides! This uplifting event, hosted by the Lauren Vaughn Memorial Foundation, honors the memory of Lauren Vaughn and raises awareness about impaired driving. Participants can choose between a 1-mile stroll or a spirited 5K run, with races kicking off at 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM respectively.

Whether you're a local or joining us virtually from afar, there’s an option for everyone! Support the cause and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners and walkers while contributing to the Lauren Vaughn Memorial Scholarship for future nurses. Awards will be presented to the top finishers in both the 1-mile and 5K races, with individual age groups recognized. Early registrants, signed up by March 15, 2026, will receive a race shirt at packet pickup. Don't miss out on this meaningful event that combines fitness, community, and a commitment to safety—mark your calendars and get ready to make a difference!

Organiser's Description

The Lauren Vaughn Memorial Foundation will host the LV5K walk/run on April 04, 2026, at the Alexandria Senior High School football field. This memorial walk/run is to remember and honor the life of Lauren Vaughn and others who lost their lives to impaired driving. The money raised will go towards the Lauren Vaughn Memorial Scholarship at NSU for the Accelerated BS to BSN Program, benefiting future nurses and raising awareness about drunk and impaired driving.

Multiple options to participate:

Show up in person on race day for the 1-mile or 5K.

Virtual for our out-of-town friends and family who love to walk or run and want to support.

Sleep In option if you want to stay in bed but still support.

Pickup Friday, April 03, 2026, from 10:00-5:00 at Little Cakes with Big Attitude (4120 Jackson St., Alexandria, LA 71303)

Race Day, April 04! Packets can be picked up on the race day before the races start. The 1-mile begins at 8:00, and the 5K starts at 8:30

Awards given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Overall Male and Female, and for Individual Age Groups in both the 5K and 1-mile in-person races.

We will give virtual shout-outs for bragging rights for the virtual race.

(5K Age Groups: 10 & under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & over).
(1 Mile Age Groups: 5 & under, 6-9, 10-13, 14-17, 18 & over).
Awards Ceremony - Immediately following the completion of the 5K.

We have a limited number of medals ordered. Order early to ensure you get one!

Registrations received on or before 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 15th, will receive a shirt at packet pickup. Late and Race Day registrants may receive a shirt if any extras are available.

The prices for the 1-mile and 5K will increase on March 23, 2026.

Races

  • 1 Mile

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 4th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)

    $22.20

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 4th April 2026 (8:30AM CDT)

    $27.50

  • Ainsley's Angels

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 4th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)

    $27.50

  • Sleep In

    Incl. $3.04 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 4th April 2026 (8:35AM CDT)

    $37.04

    Want to sleep in and still support our race? You can sleep in and still pick up your race goodies at a later date or have them shipped to your doorstep! All items will ship one week after the race date if they haven't been picked up at Little Cakes.
  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $2.50 Fee

    $27.50

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Location

Alexandria Senior High, 800 Ola St., Alexandria, 71303, LA, United States

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