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Saturday, January 16th, 2027
660 N 4th Street, Baton Rouge LA
Marathon · Half · 10K · 5K
43–61°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
39–68°F
dry
2025
40–61°F
dry
2024
19–34°F
rain
2023
53–72°F
dry
2022
34–52°F
dry
2021
38–52°F
dry
2020
61–75°F
dry
2019
41–58°F
dry
2018
25–42°F
rain
2017
60–75°F
dry
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About this race
The Louisiana Marathon
Date: January 16, 2027
Location: 660 N 4th Street, Baton Rouge, LA
Race URL: The Louisiana Marathon
Race Overview
- Anniversary Celebration: Celebrate 15 years of Louisiana Spirit!
- Cultural Festival: More than just a race: it's a vibrant, culturally rich festival.
- Experience: Join us for a fast, flat, and fun racecourse.
- Party Atmosphere: Enjoy local musicians, cold beer, and the best Southern cuisine.
Mission
- Inspiration: Inspire our community to embrace an active lifestyle.
- Premiere Race: Create a premier winter road race blending running and Louisiana culture.
- Annual Event: Held annually on Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend.
- Multi-Race Format: Marathon (26.2 miles), Half Marathon (13.1 miles), Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles), 5K (3.1 miles), and Kid's Marathon (1 mile).
Experience Baton Rouge
- Scenic Course: Experience picturesque roadways from downtown to the University Lakes.
- Historical Sites: Pass through the LSU campus and historic neighborhoods.
- Crowd Support: Cheered on by enthusiastic friends, family, and spectators.
- Lagniappe: Celebrating the little extra that makes Louisiana special.
Join Us!
Come "Start Starting" your journey with us!
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