YMCA HKD5K
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Covington, Louisiana
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and family fun at the 3rd Annual YMCA HKD5K, taking place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Covington, St. Tammany! This exciting event features both a 1-mile and a 5K walk/run, with participants starting and finishing at the West St. Tammany YMCA. The scenic route winds through the charming Terra Bella neighborhood, making it a delightful experience for runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages and abilities.
Don't miss the chance to be part of the festivities as the race is followed by the YMCA's nationally recognized "HEALTHY KIDS DAY," where the pool will be open for everyone to enjoy! Be sure to register by April 30th to secure your race t-shirt and take advantage of the early packet pick-up on May 8th. With chip timing, awards for overall and age group winners, and a FREE KIDZONE for the little ones, this event promises to be a fantastic day of community spirit and healthy living! Join us for a memorable day that supports financial assistance programs at the YMCA, ensuring everyone can experience the joy of health and wellness!
Don't miss the chance to be part of the festivities as the race is followed by the YMCA's nationally recognized "HEALTHY KIDS DAY," where the pool will be open for everyone to enjoy! Be sure to register by April 30th to secure your race t-shirt and take advantage of the early packet pick-up on May 8th. With chip timing, awards for overall and age group winners, and a FREE KIDZONE for the little ones, this event promises to be a fantastic day of community spirit and healthy living! Join us for a memorable day that supports financial assistance programs at the YMCA, ensuring everyone can experience the joy of health and wellness!
Organiser's Description
West St. Tammany YMCA is excited to announce our 3rd Annual 1 mile and 5K walk/run on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Both events start and finish at the YMCA. Route runs through neighboring Terra Bella. YMCA's nationally recognized "HEALTHY KIDS DAY" events will immediately follow race. Bring your swim trunks. Our pool will be open. All participants are welcome to enjoy.
BE SURE TO REGISTER BY APRIL 30TH TO RECEIVE A RACE T-SHIRT.
NOT A RUNNER...NOT A PROBLEM! We encourage walkers, joggers, and runners to participate!
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP: Friday, May 8th, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm at West St. Tammany YMCA.
RACE DAY ITINERARY: 7:00 am packet pick-up 8:00 am 1 mile 8:30 am 5K IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING RACE everyone is welcome to enjoy Healthy Kids Day festivities. THIS INCLUDES USE OF SWIMMING POOL AND WATER SLIDE!
SCORING & AWARDS: Chip timed event. Overall and age group awards presented after 5K
KIDZONE: Register your littles into our KIDZONE for FREE! They'll have fun while you run. Afterwards everyone can enjoy HEALTHY KIDS DAY activities!
Proceeds benefit the financial assistance extended to anyone who can not otherwise afford services offered at the YMCA i.e. membership, youth sports, summer camp, swimming lessons, etc.
BE SURE TO REGISTER BY APRIL 30TH TO RECEIVE A RACE T-SHIRT.
NOT A RUNNER...NOT A PROBLEM! We encourage walkers, joggers, and runners to participate!
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP: Friday, May 8th, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm at West St. Tammany YMCA.
RACE DAY ITINERARY: 7:00 am packet pick-up 8:00 am 1 mile 8:30 am 5K IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING RACE everyone is welcome to enjoy Healthy Kids Day festivities. THIS INCLUDES USE OF SWIMMING POOL AND WATER SLIDE!
SCORING & AWARDS: Chip timed event. Overall and age group awards presented after 5K
KIDZONE: Register your littles into our KIDZONE for FREE! They'll have fun while you run. Afterwards everyone can enjoy HEALTHY KIDS DAY activities!
Proceeds benefit the financial assistance extended to anyone who can not otherwise afford services offered at the YMCA i.e. membership, youth sports, summer camp, swimming lessons, etc.
Races
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Youth Division (Age 12 and Under) 1 Mile or 5K
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$16.90
Race will begin and end at the YMCA and open to everybody. -
Open Division (Age 13 and Up) 1 Mile or 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Race begin and ends at the YMCA and open to everyone. -
Kidzone
Sat 9th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
Free
Please include ages and any special needs of all children registered in KIDZONE. -
Ainsley's Angels - Rider
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
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Ainsley's Angel - Runner
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
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71256 Francis Road, Covington, 70433, LA, United States
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