When
Saturday, March 27th, 2027
Where
Alexandria Senior High, Alexandria LA
Distances
1 Mile · 5K
About this race
Race Overview
The Lauren Vaughn Memorial Foundation will host the LV5K walk/run on April 04, 2026, at the Alexandria Senior High School football field. This memorial walk/run is to remember and honor the life of Lauren Vaughn and others who lost their lives to impaired driving. The money raised will go towards the Lauren Vaughn Memorial Scholarship at NSU for the Accelerated BS to BSN Program, benefiting future nurses and raising awareness about drunk and impaired driving.
Participation Options
- In-Person Race: Show up in person on race day for the 1-mile or 5K.
- Virtual Option: Virtual for our out-of-town friends and family who love to walk or run and want to support. (This does not include a t-shirt, just bragging rights, and supports the Lauren Vaughn Memorial Scholarship)
Packet Pickup
- Date: Pickup Friday, March 26, 2027, from 10:00-4:00 at Little Cakes with Big Attitude (4120 Jackson St., Alexandria, LA 71303).
- Race Day: Packets can be picked up on the race day before the races start.
- Race Start Times: The 1-mile begins at 8:00, and the 5K starts at 8:30.
Awards
- Categories: Awards given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Overall Male and Female, and for Individual Age Groups in both the 5K and 1-mile in-person races.
- Virtual Shout-Outs: We will give virtual shout-outs for bragging rights for the virtual race.
Age Groups
(5K Age Groups: 10 & under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & over).
(1 Mile Age Groups: 5 & under, 6-9, 10-13, 14-17, 18 & over).
Awards Ceremony - Immediately following the 5K.
Finisher Medals
We have a limited number of finisher medals ordered. Order early to ensure you get one after you cross the finish line.
Registration Details
Registrations received on or before 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 7th, will receive a shirt at packet pickup. Late and Race Day registrants may receive a shirt if any extras are available.
The prices for the 1-mile and 5K will increase on March 14th, 2027.
Important Links
Register here to participate in the LV5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run.
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