ICCS Fest and Panther Run

ICCS Panther Run

Postponed to March 1, 2026

ICCS PTO will be holding its annual Panther Run/Walk 10k, 5K, and 1-Mile Color Run on Sunday, March 1, 2026. The races and color run will wind through the streets of the beautiful Margaret Place District and along Shell Beach Dr. Please join us and support ICCS whether you run, walk or cheer! Proceeds from this event go to benefit the faculty, staff, and children of ICCS.

Brief Route Description

• 10K: Start at Wilson St. and head north on Wilson toward Shell Beach Drive. Take a left on Shell Beach Drive. Take a left on Marine St at the port. Take a left on to Sallier St. Turn around at the 3.1-mile marker. Water station will be provided at 5K turn around point and 10K turn around point.
• 5K: Start at Wilson St. and head north on Wilson toward Shell Beach Drive. Take a left on Shell Beach Drive. This is an out and back route. Water station will be provided at 1.56 mile turn around point.
• 1-Mile Color Run: Start at Wilson St. and head North on Wilson towards Shell Beach Drive. Take a right on Pithon St. Take a left on Park Ave. Take a left on Griffith St. Take a left on Wilson St. Take a right on Grove St. Take a right on Harrison St. Take a Right on Wilson St. Finish at the starting line.

Registration

• 10K: $60 per person through Sunday, March 1 at 6:30 am: $65 race day paper registration. Registration includes long sleeve performance t-shirt (guaranteed delivery by race day if registered by January 11th deadline) and festival wristband ($20 value used for food and games at festival).
• 5K: $40 per person through Sunday, March 1 at 6:30 am: $45 race day paper registration. Registration includes long sleeve performance t-shirt (guaranteed delivery by race day if registered by January 11th deadline) and festival wristband ($20 value used for food and games at festival).
• 1-Mile Color Run: $30 per person through Sunday, March 1 at 8:30 am: $35 race day paper registration. Registration includes long sleeve performance t-shirt (guaranteed delivery if registered by January 11th deadline) and festival wristband ($20 value used for food and games at festival).

Packet Pick-Up

Registered participants need photo identification. Proxy pickup is allowed for immediate family members, husband/wife/sibling, with identification.

• Dates/times: Friday, February 27, 2026, 2 pm-6 pm: Saturday, February 28, 2026, 12 pm-3 pm: Sunday, March 1, 2026, 6:30 am-6:45 am (5k/10k registration available until race start), 8:30 am-10:30 am (1-mile registration available until 10:30 a.m.)
• Location: Pickup on Friday, February 27 and Saturday, February 28: ICCS Main Lobby, 1536 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
• Location: Pickup on Sunday, March 1: ICCS Cafeteria Entrance, 1536 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601

Race Day Schedule

• 6:30 AM: On-site registration for 5k & 10k and packet pick-up
• 7:00 AM: Start for the 5k & 10k/ on-site registration closes
• 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM: 1-mile/ color run Registration and packet pick-up
• 9:30 AM: Mass begins

Bib Assignments

• Each runner will be issued a bib number at Packet Pick-Up. It is the responsibility of the runner to wear the bib during the race.
• Race bibs are to be worn on front of abdominal area throughout the race.
• Runners without bib numbers will not receive a time/score.
• Please remember to fill out the Emergency Medical Information on the bib number.

Age Group Categories & Awards

Awards will be issued to the following categories for the 10K & 5K only:

• Overall male and female: $50 gift certificate to House of Sole
• 1st-3rd place: male and female runners in each age group: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and older.

Registration Questions

All registrations and fees are non-refundable.

Shirts

Long sleeve performance t-shirts are provided to registered participants of the 10K, 5K & 1-Miler. Shirts and specific shirt sizes are guaranteed if you register by Sunday, January 11, 2026, by midnight. If registered after the deadline, shirts may be received after the race depending on size ordered.

Weather

If there is lightning in the area, the race will either have a delayed start: route may be altered, or depending on the intensity of the weather, be cancelled. If fog is present, the visibility will determine if delayed start is necessary. The Race Director will make the determination. If race is cancelled due to inclement weather or other reasons, notification of cancellation will be sent to registered participants via email and posted on ICCS Facebook page.

Parking

Parking is available at Lock Park, and ICCS Parking lot on Ryan Street. However, carpooling is recommended. We encourage courteous behavior toward our neighbors, refrain from parking in grass or on the streets. Please do not block any driveway. No parking on Wilson Avenue, Park Avenue or Shell Beach Drive.

Emergency Action Plans

The following actions are taken to provide runners with a safe course:

• Marshall's Office Officers are positioned along the route for your safety.
• Volunteers are positioned along the route to monitor medical and safety concerns.
• Strollers are permitted.

Runners should take the following precautions for a safe run:

• Do not wear earbuds or listen to music while on the route.
• Obey basic road rules and Marshall's Office Officers.
• Stay home if sick. Wash or sanitize hands.

Volunteer

We appreciate your talent and time. Volunteer opportunities exist for the following duties:

• Race packet stuffing and organizing
• Packet pick-up day before race
• Packet pick-up day of race
• Race site setup

Sponsors

Thank you to all of our 2026 ICCS Fest Sponsors!

• Presenting Sponsor: Broussard Knoll Law Firm
• Gold Sponsor: Bowtie Marina, LLC
• Silver Sponsor: Counted Beans, LLC, Way Properties, LLC
• Bronze Sponsor: Polaris

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