Eastwood Baptist 5k

Race Overview

Welcome to our inaugural Eastwood Baptist 5k! Our goal is to raise money and awareness for missions that are changing lives locally and around the world. Every dollar goes directly to mission work to help spread the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Registration Information

• 5K Registration: $25.00 through August 31st
• 5K Registration: $30.00 Sept 1st through October 16th
• 5K Registration: $35.00 on race day
• Kids ½ mile fun run: $15.00 through October 16th
• Kids ½ mile fun run: $20.00 on race day

Sleep-In Supporter Option

There will also be a sleep in supporter option for those who wish to donate money to missions but do not wish to run the race. Any and all funds will be accepted and appreciated!

Event Details

• Date: October 17, 2026
• Location: Haughton High School, 210 E. McKinley Ave, Haughton LA 71037.
• Start Time: 7:30 AM - Kids Fun Run
• Start Time: 8:00 AM - 5K

Course Description

The 5K course will begin at Haughton High School (in the football parking lot), travel south on N Hazel St, turning west on E Jefferson Ave and making the loop back onto E Taylor St traveling east. The course will then continue east onto E. McKinley Ave to an out and back turnaround, then traveling back to N Hazel St ending in the Haughton High football parking lot where the race started. The route is very flat and fast with a net zero elevation gain so expect some PR's!

Event Management

• Chip Timing: Race Management performed on site by Rad Racing.
• Early Packet Pickup:
• October 15: 6 pm - 8 pm
• October 16: 6 pm - 8 pm
• Race morning (Oct 17): 6 am - 7:15 am

Participant Information

Finisher's medals and t-shirts will be provided for ALL participants!

CASH prizes for overall Men and Women. 1st Place - $125, 2nd place - $75, 3rd Place, $50. No age group awards. T-shirts can only be guaranteed if registered by October 2nd.

Volunteer Opportunities

For those that wish to not participate in the run, volunteers are always needed! There will be an aid station table at the turnaround point, and there will be refreshments post race. Volunteers please reach out to Alex Lee at 318-509-9729 or email leeam0512@hotmail.com if you're willing to help volunteer in any capacity.

Scripture Inspiration

Acts 20:24: “But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.”

Race Registration Link

For more information and to register, please visit: Eastwood Baptist 5k Registration