VOL's Cajun Fest Swamp Run 5k & 1/2 Mile
Event summary
Participants will enjoy a scenic course entirely within the state park, and all racers will receive a race bib and a custom race t-shirt if registered by March 8th. Plus, there will be finisher medallions awarded to the top three male and female finishers in both races. Whether you choose to run in-person or participate virtually, you'll be supporting a great cause—proceeds benefit Visitation of Our Lady School. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration of health, community, and Cajun culture!
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5k Fun Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
LOCATION: Bayou Segnette State Park, 7777 Westbank Expressway, Westwego, La. 70094 ( Entrance is at intersection of Westbank Expressway and DRAKE Avenue ) * Entrance is NOT at Segnette Blvd. Race site inside park is at the Wave Pool complex. Plenty of free parking at the large Wave Pool lot * Please observe posted speed limits while inside the park. TIME: 8:00 am - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup opens on site 9:00 am - Start of 5K Run/Walk Entry fees: General Registration: $30.00 through the day of race ONLINE Registration will close at midnight on March 24th Registration will still be available at the e pre-race day packet pickup event and on the day of race PACKET PICKUP: ( Race number bib, t-shirt, information ) Pre-Race Day packet pickup: Hosted by VOL's Mens Club in the Cafeteria of VOL School Friday March 24th from 4:00-6:00 @ 350 Ames Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072 Or Day of race ( Saturday, March 25th ) Packet pickup and Registration will at the race site opening at 8:00 am AWARDS: 5K: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Overall Male and Female EVENT REFRESHMENTS - Free to official entrants
Entries closedSaturday, Mar 25, 2023 (10:00 AM CDT)
$32.80
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Kids 1/2 Mile (10 & Under)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
LOCATION: Bayou Segnette State Park, 7777 Westbank Expressway, Westwego, La. 70094 ( Entrance is at intersection of Westbank Expressway and DRAKE Avenue ) * Entrance is NOT at Segnette Blvd. Race site inside park is at the Wave Pool complex. Plenty of free parking at the large Wave Pool lot * Please observe posted speed limits while inside the park. TIME: 8:00 am - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup opens on site 8:30 am - Start of Kid's 1/2 Mile Entry fees: 1/2 Mile Kid's Dash: (Age 10-under) $25.00 through the day of the race Proof of age may be required at packet pickup / registration kiosk ONLINE Registration will close at midnight on March 24th Registration will still be available at the e pre-race day packet pickup event and on the day of race PACKET PICKUP: ( Race number bib, t-shirt, information ) Pre-Race Day packet pickup: Hosted by VOL's Mens Club in the Cafeteria of VOL School Friday March 24th from 4:00-6:00 @ 350 Ames Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072 Or Day of race ( Saturday, March 25th ) Packet pickup and Registration will at the race site opening at 8:00 am AWARDS: 1/2 Mile: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Overall Male and Female EVENT REFRESHMENTS - Free to official entrants
Entries closedSaturday, Mar 25, 2023 (9:30 AM CDT)
$27.50
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Race T-Shirt Only
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Deadline for T-shirts is March 17th at 4PM.
Entries closedSaturday, Mar 25, 2023 (9:30 AM CDT)
$16.90
Organiser's description
* Visitation of Our Lady's Annual Cajun Fest Swamp Run/Walk held each year on the West Bank
5K and 1/2 Mile Kids Run/Walk - Live on the Ground event.
( event can also be ran Virtual )
Event highlights include:
* Course all inside the State Park
* Finisher medallions for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place overall Male/Female of both races
* Custom Race T-Shirt (If registered by March 8th)
* Run/Walk Race Bib
* Benefiting Visitation of Our Lady School
Location
Bayou Segnette State Park, 777 Westbank Expy, Westwego, 70094, LA, United States
VOL's Cajun Fest Swamp Run 5k & 1/2 Mile
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