When
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Where
9039 S. St. Landry Ave., Gonzales LA
Distances
1 Mile · 5K
About this race
59th Annual Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
When
- Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
- Registration: 6:15 AM
- 1 Mile Fun Run: 7:00 AM - "Kids Run" Start
- 5K Run: 7:30 AM Start
New Location
Please be aware that the race has moved to the Lamar Dixon Expo Center located at 9039 S. St. Landry Ave., Gonzales, LA.
Event Details
- Free T-shirt: Entrants will receive a free T-shirt and free jambalaya at the after party.
- Atmosphere: Run and after party is through the grounds of the Lamar Dixon Expo Center – music, cooking, party atmosphere.
- Course: This is a flat, fast course!
- Team Registration: 5K Teams will consist of 3 members, with the captain creating the team name.
Note
T-shirts are not guaranteed for those who register after 5/01/2026.
Registration Fees
- 5K: $25
- 1 Mile: $15
- Both: $30
- Deadline: Till May 23rd
Bib/Race # Pickup
Race day sign in starting at 6:15 am at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center located at 9039 S. St. Landry Ave., Gonzales. (Between Main arena and Water tower)
Please see our website at Jambalayafestival.net to view the course layout under the 5K/1Mile tab.
1 Mile Fun Run - "Kids Run" Awards
- Medals: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place medals for Male & Female - overall and age categories 1-4, 5-10, and 11-15.
5K Awards
- Top Finishers: Top Overall Male & Female – 1st, 2nd, 3rd in each group Male & Female.
- Age Groups: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.
- Team Awards: 1st and 2nd place medals for teams with lowest total time.
More Information
For additional information, visit the race page at Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run.
Course map
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