The Depot Dash
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Ruston, Louisiana
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at The Depot Dash on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in the charming town of Ruston, Lincoln! This vibrant event features a thrilling 1 Mile Fun Run followed by a 5K Run/Walk, where participants will navigate a beautifully marked course through downtown Ruston and the picturesque Greenway. With water stations along the route and plenty of swag bags and giveaways from our generous sponsors, it's a perfect day for runners of all ages and skill levels.
In the spirit of Halloween, participants are encouraged to dress up in their spookiest or silliest costumes, with an award for the best-dressed runner! The day kicks off at 7:00 AM with packet pickup and race day registration, leading to the Fun Run at 8:00 AM. After crossing the finish line, stick around to enjoy live music and grab a warm cup of coffee. With awards for the top finishers in various categories, including overall male and female winners and age group awards for the 5K, The Depot Dash promises to be a memorable and festive event for everyone involved. Don’t forget, to guarantee your event t-shirt, be sure to register by Tuesday, October
In the spirit of Halloween, participants are encouraged to dress up in their spookiest or silliest costumes, with an award for the best-dressed runner! The day kicks off at 7:00 AM with packet pickup and race day registration, leading to the Fun Run at 8:00 AM. After crossing the finish line, stick around to enjoy live music and grab a warm cup of coffee. With awards for the top finishers in various categories, including overall male and female winners and age group awards for the 5K, The Depot Dash promises to be a memorable and festive event for everyone involved. Don’t forget, to guarantee your event t-shirt, be sure to register by Tuesday, October
Organiser's Description
COURSE
The course will run through part of downtown Ruston and the Greenway.
The course will be well-marked and have water stations. Swag bags & giveaways courtesy of our sponsors. Check-in will be in the parking lot of The Depot. Parking for the event will be in the First Baptist Church parking lot across the street.
SINCE THIS RACE IS ON HALLOWEEN, WE ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO DRESS UP FOR THE RACE! AN AWARD WILL BE GIVEN TO THE BEST DRESSED.
Every registration includes a t-shirt! T-SHIRTS CAN ONLY BE GUARANTEED TO THOSE WHO REGISTER BEFORE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:00 AM - Packet pickup and race day registration opens
7:45 AM - Packet pickup and race day registration closes
8:00 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run begins with 5K Run/Walk to immediately follow
Hang out after the race to grab a coffee and listen to live music!
AWARDS
Awards will be given to the overall male and female for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
Awards will be given for the 5K to the top 3 in the following age brackets:
* 9 & under
* 10-14
* 15-19
* 20-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50+
The course will run through part of downtown Ruston and the Greenway.
The course will be well-marked and have water stations. Swag bags & giveaways courtesy of our sponsors. Check-in will be in the parking lot of The Depot. Parking for the event will be in the First Baptist Church parking lot across the street.
SINCE THIS RACE IS ON HALLOWEEN, WE ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO DRESS UP FOR THE RACE! AN AWARD WILL BE GIVEN TO THE BEST DRESSED.
Every registration includes a t-shirt! T-SHIRTS CAN ONLY BE GUARANTEED TO THOSE WHO REGISTER BEFORE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:00 AM - Packet pickup and race day registration opens
7:45 AM - Packet pickup and race day registration closes
8:00 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run begins with 5K Run/Walk to immediately follow
Hang out after the race to grab a coffee and listen to live music!
AWARDS
Awards will be given to the overall male and female for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
Awards will be given for the 5K to the top 3 in the following age brackets:
* 9 & under
* 10-14
* 15-19
* 20-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50+
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Location
211 W Railroad Dr, Ruston, 71270, LA, United States
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