9039 S. St. Landry Ave., Gonzales LA
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
57th Annual Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Event Date and Time
- Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
- Registration / Sign In: 7:00 AM
- 1 Mile Fun Run - "Kids Run" Start: 8:00 AM
- 5K Run Start: 8:30 AM
Location
- New Location: Lamar Dixon Expo Center
- Address: 9039 S. St. Landry Ave., Gonzales, LA
Event Details
- Entrants Package: Free T-shirt and free jambalaya at the after party
- Event Atmosphere: Music, cooking, and party atmosphere
- Course: This is a flat, fast course!
- Team Structure: 5K Teams will consist of 3 team members
Important Notes
- T-shirts: Not guaranteed for those who register after 5/15/2026
- Registration Fees:
- Till May 23rd - $25 for the 5K
- $15 for the 1 Mile
- $30 for both the 5K & 1 Mile
Packet Pickup
- Location: Lamar Dixon Expo Center
- Date & Time: Race day starting at 7 AM
Awards
- 1 Mile Fun Run - "Kids Run" Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place medals for Male & Female overall and age categories (1-4, 5-10, 11-15)
- 5K Awards: Top Overall Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd in each group Male & Female
- Age Groups: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39 till 70+
- Team Awards: 1st and 2nd place medals for teams with lowest total time
Registration Link
Course Map
Suggested Races
Find The Run Newsletter