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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Pointe Marie Neighborhood, Baton Rouge LA
5K · 1 Mile
60–77°F · some rain risk
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2025
58–81°F
dry
2024
58–82°F
dry
2023
67–85°F
dry
2022
63–82°F
dry
2021
70–78°F
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2020
62–76°F
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2019
56–72°F
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2018
60–73°F
dry
2017
57–71°F
dry
2016
55–76°F
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About this race
Welcome to the 5th Annual Footprints Forever 5K & 1-Mile Race!
This race benefits Maddie’s Footprints Greater Baton Rouge, supporting families who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or the loss of a child under one year of age.
About Maddie’s Footprints
- Founded: 2010 in memory of Madeline Noelle McGrew.
- Support: Provides emotional and financial support to families during unimaginable loss.
- Families Served: 3,500+ across 19 parishes.
- Assistance Provided: $2M+ in financial assistance to families, NO ONE has ever been turned away.
Read about Maddie':s Story Here
Event Details
- Date: October 24, 2026.
- Time: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
- Location: Pointe Marie (14200 River Road).
- Parking: L’Auberge Casino lot (River Road, not the garage).
Race Info
- Timing Company: FreshJunkie.
- Virtual Option: Available if you can’t attend in person.
- Children's Wristband: $10 for non-running children (games & activities).
Awards (2026)
- Top 3: Male & Female in each age group (9 & under, 10–14, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+).
- Special Awards: Top Fundraising Team, Most Participants on a Running Team, Best Costumed Team.
Creating a Running Team
- Step 1: Register for the race.
- Step 2: Select “Create a New Team” during registration.
- Step 3: Name your team.
- Step 4: Share your link and invite others to join.
Fundraising Team Setup
- Go to: The race page.
- Step 2: Click Donate (not Register).
- Step 3: Select “Become a Fundraiser.”
- Step 4: Choose “Create a New Fundraising Team.”
Important Deadlines
- Top Fundraising Team Deadline: Donations must be received by October 22, 2026.
- T-Shirt Registration: Register by September 24, 2026 to guarantee a race shirt.
- Switching Races Deadline: October 8, 2026.
Packet Pickup
- Early Pickup: Highly recommended on October 22, 2026.
- Race Day Pickup: Begins at 6:30 AM (be prepared for a line).
Special Moments
- Tribute Signs Deadline: September 24, 2026.
- Remembrance Celebration: ~10:00 AM.
- Music & Activities: Join us for a fun-filled day as we honor the babies we hold in our hearts.
Pricing Reminder
Race prices increase on September 24, 2026.
At approximately 10:00 am, we will remember our babies in a special way with a Remembrance Celebration. Make plans to stick around to show your support of the 1 in 4 as we pay tribute to our little ones who were gone too soon and enjoy music, food, fun jumps, and more!
One in four pregnancies ends in loss. Together, we can make sure no family walks through that alone.
We’re so grateful for your support and can’t wait to see you on race day!
More Information
More about Maddie':s in this video
Contact Information
If you have questions or want to get involved:
Email: mandy@maddiesfootprints.org
Race Link
For more details, visit the race page: Footprints Forever 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
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