Ryan's Run/Walk Race For Sickle Cell Disease

5.0 · 1 review
Saturday, December 5, 2026
8:00 AM CST
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
$38.50โ€“$48.75 ยท 9 races
5km, 1 Mile

Starts in 21 days

Event summary

Join us for Ryan's Run/Walk Race for Sickle Cell Disease on Saturday, December 5th, 2026, in the beautiful Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge. This inspiring event kicks off at 8 AM, with registration opening at 6:30 AM, and is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for individuals living with sickle cell disease. Participants can choose between a scenic 1-mile walk or a 5K run along the picturesque Mississippi River levee, starting and finishing at the Levee Green near the USS Kidd.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to support a fantastic cause, this event is for everyone! Registration fees are affordable, with options for both youth and adults. Plus, you can contribute even if you canโ€™t attend by donating to the Sickle Cell Association of South Louisiana. With awards for top runners and fundraising teams, this event promises to be both competitive and community-focused. Donโ€™t miss out on this opportunity to make a meaningful difference while enjoying a day of fun, fitness, and fellowship!

Races

  • 1 Mile Runners - Kids Ages 1-14

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM CST

    $38.50

    Register
  • 1Mile Runners - Ages 15+

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM CST

    $43.50

    Register
  • 1 Mile Walkers - Kids Ages 1-14

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM CST

    $38.50

    Register
  • 1Mile Walkers Ages 15+

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM CST

    $43.50

    Register
  • 5k Runners - Kids Ages 1-14

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM CST

    $43.50

    Register
  • 5k Runners Ages 15+

    Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM CST

    $48.75

    Register
  • 5k Walkers - Kids Ages 1-14

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM CST

    $43.50

    Register
  • 5k Walkers Ages 15+

    Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM CST

    $48.75

    Register
  • Virtual Option for the 1 Mile or the 5k

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    You can run the 1 mile or the 5k and then enter your results online.

    8:00 AM CST

    $38.50

    Register

Organiser's description

CELEBRATE RYANS RUN/WALK ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5TH, 2026



SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2026 @ 8 AM



EVENT DETAILS



WE'RE THRILLED TO INVITE YOU TO THE ANNUAL RYANS RUN/WALK ON SATURDAY, DEC. 5TH. RYAN'S RUN IS DEDICATED TO RAISING FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR INDIVIDUALS LIVING WITH SICKLE CELL DISEASE. THIS EVENT IS NOT JUST ABOUT RUNNING; ITS ABOUT COMING TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT A VITAL CAUSE AND MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF THOSE AFFECTED BY THIS CHALLENGING CONDITION.



THE RACE WILL BEGIN AT 8 A.M. AND REGISTRATION OPENS AT 6:30 A.M.

WALKERS ARE NOT TIMED.



VENDORS CAN SIGN UP TO BE A VENDOR FOR THE HEALTH FAIR PORTION.

VENDOR APPLICATION LINK:

HTTPS://DOCS.GOOGLE.COM/FORMS/D/E/1FAIPQLSFOWFXI_73YJLL8F_X8LWFAVDNRKDSVHG_UM8SAN1VRLB9WKA/VIEWFORM?USP=HEADER https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoWfXi_73yjLL8f_x8LwFavdnrKdsVhG_Um8san1vrlb9wKA/viewform?usp=header



REGISTRATION FEES:



_RUNNERS & WALKERS - 1 MILE (WALKER AND RUNNERS WILL PAY THE SAME PRICE BUT WE STILL WILL ONLY TIME THE RUNNERS.)_

AGES 1-14 - NOW THRU OCT. 16TH - $30

OCT. 17TH - DEC. 5TH - $35

AGES 15+ - NOW THRU OCT. 16TH - $35

OCT. 17TH - DEC. 5TH - $40

_RUNNERS & WALKERS - 5K (WALKER AND RUNNERS WILL PAY THE SAME PRICE BUT WE STILL WILL ONLY TIME THE RUNNERS.)_

AGES 1-14 - NOW THRU OCT. 16TH - $35
OCT. 17TH - DEC. 5TH - $40

AGES 15+ - NOW THRU OCT. 16TH - $40

OCT. 17TH - DEC. 5TH - $45



VIRTUAL RACE - NOW TILL DEC. 5TH - $35



T-SHIRTS SIZES NOT GUARANTEED FOR THOSE WHO SIGN UP AFTER NOVEMBER 13TH.




NON-PARTICIPATING

(UNABLE TO ATTEND BUT WOULD LIKE TO DONATE CLICK HERE https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/LA/BatonRouge/RyansRun.)



RACE ROUTES:

THIS YEARS RYANS RUN WILL FEATURE A SCENIC ROUTE ALONG THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER LEVEE IN DOWNTOWN BATON ROUGE. THE RACE WILL START AND FINISH ON THE LEVEE TERRACES AT THE LEVEE GREEN NEAR THE USS KIDD. PARTICIPANTS WILL TRAVEL ALONG THE LEVEE, TURN AROUND NEAR W. MCKINLEY STREET, AND MAKE THEIR WAY BACK TOWARD THE LEVEE GREEN FOR THE FINISH.



PACKET PICKUP (LOCATION, DATE & TIME):

PARTICIPANTS WILL BE ABLE TO PICK UP RACE PACKAGES ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2026. MORE DETAILS TO COME CLOSER TO RACE DAY.

RACE PACKETS NOT PICKED UP ON FRIDAY WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE REGISTRATION TABLE ON RACE DAY STARTING AT 6:30 A.M. REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY. PLEASE BRING CASH OR CHECKS MADE OUT TO THE SICKLE CELL ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH LOUISIANA.



AGE GROUPS AND AWARDS:

_RYAN'S 5K RUNNERS_

BREAKDOWN OF AGE GROUPS FOR THE 5K:

1-14 30-39 60-69

15-19 40-49 70+

20-29 50-59



AWARDS: TOP OVERALL - MALE & FEMALE

TOP MALES & FEMALES - BY AGE GROUP



SPECIAL AWARDS & FUNDRAISING RECOGNITION:



TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM - TEAM THAT RAISES THE MOST MONEY.

CATEGORIES: TOP FAMILY(1ST, 2ND, AND 3RD), BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION & SCHOOL

TOP FUNDRAISING INDIVIDUAL - PERSON WHO RAISES THE MOST MONEY.

ONE FOR THE TEAM - TOP TEAM WITH THE MOST PARTICIPANTS REGISTERED.

Reviews

5.0

1 review

AM
Aries Marquis

Reviewing the 2025 edition ยท 1 year ago

My best run, so far! Wonderful people, and an emotional event!! ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ

Location

Downtown Riverfront, Levee Green, 300 S. River Road, Baton Rouge, 70802, LA, United States

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