Dolly Run 5K/1K Run/Walk for Reading

It is time to pave a path and run or walk the Dolly Run in Lake Charles, Louisiana on April 26, 2025. The 3.1-mile adventure travels through the stunning downtown of Lake Charles! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun morning walk, this race is perfect for everyone.

 

🎀 Costume Awards: Express your inner Dolly! Dress as Dolly Parton for the event. 

🎠 🎪  Food Truck Corral: Stick around for the post race fun. Enjoy a fair with food, games and activities themed around Dolly Parton and reading.

📕📘 Book Donation Station: We need your help! Consider donating new/used children's books at the Book Donation Station at the event! These books will be given to area teachers to help build their classroom libraries.

🎸🥁 Live entertainment: Great ready to dance as local artists perform Dolly Parton covers and other country hits for you.

🏅 Historic Race Route: Enjoy a professionally measured course that offers the perfect blend of challenge and enjoyment.

👟 Join the Community: Your support will assist the United Way Southwest Louisiana to impacts our community by benefitting 3,480 children monthly to promote literacy and the love of reading.