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The Goddess 50 shades of purple 5k

New Orleans, LA

Sun, Nov 8, 2026

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When

Sunday, November 8th, 2026

Where

1 palm Dr, New Orleans LA

Distance

5K

Typical weather

59–72°F · some rain risk

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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years

2025

66–79°F

dry

2024

75–80°F

rain

2023

63–81°F

dry

2022

70–81°F

dry

2021

51–68°F

dry

2020

68–73°F

rain

2019

51–68°F

dry

2018

68–77°F

rain

2017

63–74°F

dry

2016

68–72°F

rain

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About this race

I am organizing a 5k race for my 50th birthday. I am an advocate for health and fitness and it's also my passion. I am inviting everyone who wants to join me and celebrate my birthday race to sign up. I will have a great brunch following the race.

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