SAINTS KICKOFF RUN Presented by Hancock Whitney

Participant Perks

The 2026 Saints Kickoff Run, presented by Hancock Whitney, will be held live and in person! The run will start in Champions Square and will finish on the 50-yard line of the Caesars Superdome. A post-race party with live entertainment and a beer garden will take place after the race in Champions Square. All runners will receive an official “Saints 5K” participant shirt and finishers medal.

Can’t make it in person? Sign up as a virtual runner and receive all the run swag when you run at your own pace and in your own place!

• Kickoff: the Saints season with fun and fitness!
• Exclusive: 2026 Official “Saints 5K” participant shirt
• Commemorative: Finisher Medal
• Finish: on the 50-yard line of Caesars Superdome Field
• Free Beers: 2 (21+ only)
• Live: Finisher Results

Race Time: The Saints Kickoff 5K Run race will start at 7:30am.

Kids Fun Run

Get your kids involved in kicking off the 2026 Saints football season by participating in the Kids Fun Run! Kids will get excited about fitness when they lace up their shoes and enjoy the half-mile run, which starts at Champions Square and finishes on the Caesars Superdome 50-Yard Line. All kids will receive a short-sleeved tee and a kid’s commemorative finisher’s medal.

Race Time: The Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run race will start at 9:15am.

Team Challenge Cup

You can be a part of the Saints season by joining in the Saints Team Challenge Cup. Just sign your friends, family, and coworkers up as a team on the race registration page and the group that brings the most runners to the start line on Saturday, September 26, 2026 wins! It’s that simple.

Awards will be presented to the top 3 largest teams. To register with a team, indicate your team status during registration by selecting "Yes" in the teams section of your order form. IMPORTANT: When entering your team name, all team members MUST use the exact same spelling in order to be entered on the same team.

Run for the Cause - Support the Louisiana National Guard

The Saints Kickoff Run is proud to support the Louisiana National Guard Foundation.

More than just a race, it blends fitness, fun, and football into a high-energy celebration of community and charity. Each year, thousands unite to run, cheer, and give back, making it a signature event that captures the heart of the city and the spirit of the team.

Want to make an impact?
Make a $10+ donation and run with a special charity bib to show your support! All donations go directly to this amazing charity.

Visit Saints5K.com for full event details.

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