Love Speaks 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Race Overview

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 8 AM

Location: 331 Park Avenue, Eunice, LA

Registration Fees

• 5K or 1 Mile (In Person): $30 (Now thru Oct. 7th), $35 (Oct. 1st - Oct. 22nd)
• 5K or 1 Mile (Virtual): $35 (Now thru Oct. 7th), $40 (Oct. 1st - Oct. 22nd)
• Team Registration for 5K (In Person): $25 (Now thru Oct. 7th), $30 (Oct. 1st - Oct. 22nd)
• T-shirt Guarantee: Sizes guaranteed for registrations by October 7th: first come, first served after this date.

Packet Pickup

• Date: Friday, Oct. 23rd
• Time: 4 PM till 6 PM
• Location: First Baptist Church of Eunice, fellowship hall
• Entry: Use the double doors on 4th street.

Virtual Run

This year we will also have a 1 Mile or 5K Virtual Run. You will be able to run at your own pace and place anytime from Oct. 25th thru Oct. 31st. You will be able to submit your own results online on the Results page after 8:30 AM on Oct. 25th till Oct. 31st at midnight. If you are unable to pickup your packet because you live out of town, we will mail it to you. PLEASE NOTE-- Virtual registrations do not include a tshirt.

Age Groups & Awards

• Age Groups: 15 and under, then male/female every 10 years.
• Awards: Overall 1st, 2nd, &: 3rd male and female for 5K: 1st place in each age division male and female for 5K.
• Fun Run: No awards will be given for the 1 Mile Fun Run: it is simply for fun and support.

Course Description

This race begins on Park Avenue, at First Baptist Church, near historic downtown Eunice. Park Avenue was recently re-paved so the course is flat and smooth. It's a beautiful oak-tree lined route with plenty of shade.

Post-Race Activities

• Refreshments: Fruit and refreshments will be available at the finish line.
• Fun Day: There will be a bake sale planned.
• Beneficiary: All proceeds of Love Speaks 5K benefit mission work.

More Information

For additional details, please visit the race website: Love Speaks 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run.