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Saturday, November 21st, 2026
4400 Airpark Blvd, Baton Rouge LA
1 Mile · 5K
50–69°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
69–82°F
rain
2024
44–64°F
dry
2023
55–68°F
rain
2022
38–57°F
dry
2021
57–76°F
dry
2020
56–76°F
dry
2019
54–75°F
dry
2018
40–60°F
dry
2017
45–68°F
dry
2016
38–65°F
dry
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About this race
ExxonMobil YMCA Presents
Ron Smith Memorial Run The Runway 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Baton Rouge Metro Airport Parking and Registration at Helix Aviation Academy 4400 Airpark BlvdBaton Rouge, LA US 70807
1 Mile Race begins at 8 AM and the 5K starts at 8:30 AM on a Runway at the Airport. Come out an enjoy a 5K run or a 1 mile fun run/walk. Community Event After Party begins at 9 AM and includes Food, Drinks, Music and Inflatables for Kids. We want all family members to be able to participate in the race. Children aged 12 and under registers for free but they must be registered to run in the race. Runners who sign up after Nov 11th will not be guaranteed a t-shirt or medal. All race proceeds benefit the YMCA's programs for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Ron Smith, is the former executive director of the ExxonMobil YMCA and a beloved leader who played a key role in shaping this race.
Location: Baton Rouge Metro Airport Parking and Start of Race - Helix Aviation AcademyCourse map
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