Rapides Junior Runners 2026 Spring Series
- Date Sat 28th February 2026
- Time 8:45AM CST
- Location Pineville, Louisiana
- Price $54.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Rapides Junior Runners 2026 Spring Series! Happening on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in the beautiful city of Pineville, Rapides, this vibrant event is designed for young athletes aged 3 to 14. Over the course of the series, kids will have the chance to participate in three thrilling races, with a single registration fee of just $50 granting entry to all events.
The youngest participants, ages 3 to 5, will enjoy a fun 1/2 mile untimed run, celebrating their efforts with a participation medal. Meanwhile, older racers (ages 6 to 14) can choose either a 1-mile or 2-mile distance, running the same distance across all three races, which take place on February 28, March 14, and March 28. With awards for the top three male and female finishers in each age group, it's a fantastic opportunity for kids to showcase their skills and enjoy the spirit of competition. So lace up those running shoes and join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and healthy activity!
The youngest participants, ages 3 to 5, will enjoy a fun 1/2 mile untimed run, celebrating their efforts with a participation medal. Meanwhile, older racers (ages 6 to 14) can choose either a 1-mile or 2-mile distance, running the same distance across all three races, which take place on February 28, March 14, and March 28. With awards for the top three male and female finishers in each age group, it's a fantastic opportunity for kids to showcase their skills and enjoy the spirit of competition. So lace up those running shoes and join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and healthy activity!
Organiser's Description
Rapides Junior Runners Spring Series will host 3 races in February and March for kids aged 3 to 14. One registration fee of $50 enters the runner into all three spring races. Various distances are run, depending on the child's age and preference: 3-5 year olds will run 1/2 mile - untimed but will receive a participation medal; 6-14 year olds will choose the preferred distance of 1 mile or 2 miles during the initial registration.
Once registered, racer will run this distance every event. If the racer chooses to change distances, please email organizers or inform organizers at the registration tent on race morning prior to running. Two-mile participants will register as individual participants only - no team competitions in the spring season.
Upon individual registration, each participant will receive a bib number. Please keep the same bib for all 3 races and pin to the front of the racer's shirt - top and bottom. The racer must have a bib number to participate. If the racer's bib number is lost or forgotten, replacement bib numbers will be available for purchase at the race venue for a cost of $10.
Awards will be presented following the conclusion of the morning races and will include male and female top three for each age group in the one mile race: male and female - 6 years; male and female - 7 years; male and female - 8 years; male and female - 9 years; male and female - 10 years; male and female - 11 years; male and female -12 years; male and female - 13 years; male and female - 14 years. The top 3 male and female runners will be recognized in the 2 mile race.
Please follow Rapides Junior Runners on Facebook in order to receive updates on races. Email [email protected] for more information.
2026 SPRING SERIES SCHEDULE:
Race 1 - February 28
Race 2 - March 14
Race 3 - March 28
* For all scheduled races - 1/2 Milers run at 8:45; 1 Milers run at 9:00; 2 mile race time to be announced.
* We start the races as close to these times as possible. Please be at race site at least 15 minutes prior to above listed race time.
Once registered, racer will run this distance every event. If the racer chooses to change distances, please email organizers or inform organizers at the registration tent on race morning prior to running. Two-mile participants will register as individual participants only - no team competitions in the spring season.
Upon individual registration, each participant will receive a bib number. Please keep the same bib for all 3 races and pin to the front of the racer's shirt - top and bottom. The racer must have a bib number to participate. If the racer's bib number is lost or forgotten, replacement bib numbers will be available for purchase at the race venue for a cost of $10.
Awards will be presented following the conclusion of the morning races and will include male and female top three for each age group in the one mile race: male and female - 6 years; male and female - 7 years; male and female - 8 years; male and female - 9 years; male and female - 10 years; male and female - 11 years; male and female -12 years; male and female - 13 years; male and female - 14 years. The top 3 male and female runners will be recognized in the 2 mile race.
Please follow Rapides Junior Runners on Facebook in order to receive updates on races. Email [email protected] for more information.
2026 SPRING SERIES SCHEDULE:
Race 1 - February 28
Race 2 - March 14
Race 3 - March 28
* For all scheduled races - 1/2 Milers run at 8:45; 1 Milers run at 9:00; 2 mile race time to be announced.
* We start the races as close to these times as possible. Please be at race site at least 15 minutes prior to above listed race time.
Races
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1/2 Mile - Rapides Junior Runners Spring Series
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 28th February 2026 (8:45AM CST)
$54.00
OPENS 14 JANOne registration fee enters the runner into all three events. 2026 Spring Series Schedule: Race 1 - February 28 Race 2 - March 14 Race 3 - March 28 For all scheduled races - 1/2 Milers run at 8:45; 1 Milers run at 9:00; 2 mile race time to be announced. We start the races as close to these times as possible. Please be at race site at least 15 minutes prior to above listed race time. Please stay in close proximity to the finish line area with your child while waiting for your child's race. Once one race finishes, we will make an announcement via the speaker for the next age group to warm up then be walked to the start line. You are welcome to accompany your child to the start line. -
1 Mile - Rapides Junior Runners Spring Series
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 28th February 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$54.00
OPENS 14 JANOne registration fee enters the runner into all three events. 2026 Spring Series Schedule: Race 1 - February 28 Race 2 - March 14 Race 3 - March 28 For all scheduled races - 1/2 Milers run at 8:45; 1 Milers run at 9:00; 2 mile race time to be announced. We start the races as close to these times as possible. Please be at race site at least 15 minutes prior to above listed race time. Please stay in finish line area with your child while waiting for your child's race. Once one race finishes, we will make an announcement via the speaker for the next age group to warm up then be walked to the start line. You are welcome to accompany your child to the start line. -
2 Mile - Rapides Junior Runners Spring Series
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 28th February 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$54.00
OPENS 14 JANOne registration fee enters the runner into all three events. 2026 Spring Series Schedule: Race 1 - February 28 Race 2 - March 14 Race 3 - March 28 For all scheduled races - 1/2 Milers run at 8:45; 1 Milers run at 9:00; 2 mile race time to be announced. Please stay in finish line area with your child while waiting for your child's race. Once one race finishes, we will make an announcement via the speaker for the next age group to warm up then be walked to the start line. You are welcome to accompany your child to the start line.
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