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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
500 NE Court Circle, Crowley LA
Distance
5K
Typical weather
63–81°F · low rain risk
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2025
66–87°F
dry
2024
50–71°F
dry
2023
49–73°F
dry
2022
63–76°F
dry
2021
55–74°F
dry
2020
58–76°F
dry
2019
55–68°F
dry
2018
63–77°F
dry
2017
54–76°F
dry
2016
68–87°F
dry
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About this race
Rice Festival 5K Run Presented by Northside Christian School
Date and Location
- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Time: 8:00 am
- Location: 500 NE Court Circle, Crowley, LA
- Race Day Registration: 7:00–7:45 am on race morning at Crowley Court Circle
Registration Details
- Online Registration: Closes on 10/15 at midnight
- Race Day Registration Fee: $40
- Pre-registration Fee: $30 until Sept. 27th
- Late Registration: $40 from Sept. 28th to Oct. 15th
T-Shirts and Refreshments
- T-Shirts: Guaranteed if pre-registered by Sept. 27th
- Size Availability: Not guaranteed after 9/27/26
- Refreshments: Cold drinks and fresh fruit provided
- Water Stations: Available throughout the course
Awards and Divisions
- 1st Place Overall: Trophy and $40 prize
- Medals: Available for various age groups
- Age Groups: 14 and under, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70 and over
- Beneficiary: Proceeds benefit Northside Christian School Cross Country & Track
Paper Registrations
- Download: Get the paper registration form here
- Make Payable To: Northside Christian School (5K)
- Mailing Address: 809 E. Northern Ave., Crowley, LA 70526
- Contact Info: Text or call Christy Mendez 337-581-8828 or email Internationalrice5k@gmail.com
More Information
For more details, visit the race site at Rice Festival 5K Run.
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