May the 4th- Kessel Run 5k
- Date Sat 1st May 2027
- Time 7:30PM CDT
- Location Houma, Louisiana
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate your love for Star Wars and support local high school bands at the May the 4th - Kessel Run 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 1, 2027, in the vibrant downtown area of Houma, Terrebonne, Louisiana! This exciting evening race kicks off at 7:30 PM and promises a glow-filled adventure for runners and walkers of all skill levels. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or just want to enjoy the spirited atmosphere with friends, dressing up in your favorite costumes is highly encouraged!
Join the festivities as the Kessel Run 5K returns for its 7th year, featuring a full day packed with music, delicious food, and engaging activities like the Roux Wars cook-off, costume competitions, and the Wookiee Calling Contest. Headliner Shorts in December will light up the stage, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all attendees. By participating, you'll not only enjoy a night of fun but also contribute to an important cause, as every registration helps provide grants and resources for local high school band programs. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of community spirit and Star Wars fandom—run for the bands and stay for the fun!
Join the festivities as the Kessel Run 5K returns for its 7th year, featuring a full day packed with music, delicious food, and engaging activities like the Roux Wars cook-off, costume competitions, and the Wookiee Calling Contest. Headliner Shorts in December will light up the stage, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all attendees. By participating, you'll not only enjoy a night of fun but also contribute to an important cause, as every registration helps provide grants and resources for local high school band programs. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of community spirit and Star Wars fandom—run for the bands and stay for the fun!
Organiser's Description
Kessel Run 5K
Race Date & Time: Saturday, May 1, 2027 7:30 PM
Downtown Houma, Louisiana
May the 4th Louisiana brings Star Wars fandom and Cajun flair together to support local high school band programs. Now celebrating our 7th year, the festival returns with a full day of music, food, costumes, and community funincluding headliner Shorts in December!
Light Up the Galaxy!
Join us for the Kessel Run 5K as we take on the night with a glow-filled race through Downtown Houma. Whether youre chasing a personal best or enjoying the course with friends, runners and walkers of all skill levels are welcome. Costumes encouraged!
Every registration supports our mission of helping local high school band students through grants and resources.
Registration & Race Shirts
Early bird registration: December 1, 2026February 2, 2027 $30
Regular registration: Beginning February 3, 2027 $35
Register by April 15, 2027, to guarantee your race T-shirt.
Come early and enjoy the festivals Roux Wars cook-off, Wookiee Calling Contest, costume competitions, local vendors, and live music featuring Shorts in December.
Run for the bands, stay for the fun, and may the Forceand the flavorbe with you!
Race Date & Time: Saturday, May 1, 2027 7:30 PM
Downtown Houma, Louisiana
May the 4th Louisiana brings Star Wars fandom and Cajun flair together to support local high school band programs. Now celebrating our 7th year, the festival returns with a full day of music, food, costumes, and community funincluding headliner Shorts in December!
Light Up the Galaxy!
Join us for the Kessel Run 5K as we take on the night with a glow-filled race through Downtown Houma. Whether youre chasing a personal best or enjoying the course with friends, runners and walkers of all skill levels are welcome. Costumes encouraged!
Every registration supports our mission of helping local high school band students through grants and resources.
Registration & Race Shirts
Early bird registration: December 1, 2026February 2, 2027 $30
Regular registration: Beginning February 3, 2027 $35
Register by April 15, 2027, to guarantee your race T-shirt.
Come early and enjoy the festivals Roux Wars cook-off, Wookiee Calling Contest, costume competitions, local vendors, and live music featuring Shorts in December.
Run for the bands, stay for the fun, and may the Forceand the flavorbe with you!
Races
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May the 4th - Louisiana Festival and Kessel Run 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt and Festival Entry
Sat 1st May 2027 (7:30PM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 30 NOV
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