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Saturday, August 29th, 2026
Lawrence Park, Morgan City LA
5K
77–87°F · rain likely
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2025
78–88°F
dry
2024
76–85°F
rain
2023
78–92°F
rain
2022
76–88°F
rain
2021
75–80°F
rain
2020
79–86°F
rain
2019
78–88°F
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2018
76–86°F
rain
2017
75–82°F
rain
2016
77–85°F
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About this race
Race Overview
The race winds itself through historic Morgan City, much of which has been seen recently worldwide on the Travel Channel's Ghost of Morgan City series.
Namesake
The race's namesake is Marcus Jones, 80, an avid runner who continues the sport daily. For more information on the race or organization please call:
- Travis Darnell: (985) 992-0840
- Kreig Triggs: (985) 519-1683
Participant Details
- Bibs: All participants will receive a bib.
- Finishers Medal: All race finishers will receive a commemorative race medal.
- T-shirts: T-shirts will be guaranteed to the first 100 participants who register.
Awards
- Overall Awards: Overall male and female winners will be recognized.
- Age Group Awards: Top 3 males and top 3 females in each age group will receive awards.
Race Start Location
The race will start in Lawrence Park in Morgan City, Louisiana.
Fun Run
A 1-mile fun run for kids aged 4 to 10 will take place before the 5k event begins.
Additional Information
For more details, visit the race page at this link.
Course map
Train with a club
Run clubs near Morgan City to train with before race day.
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