Wellness On The Water

Event Overview

This is more than just a 5K. Kick off your morning with a scenic race along the Lake Charles Lakefront, from the Event Center to North Beach and back, and finishing inside the Sudduth Coliseum. After the run, participants will be welcomed into an exciting post-run celebration featuring a live DJ, local vendors, giveaways, lifting competitions, high-energy movement classes, and everything health and fitness in between!

Date and Time

• Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
• Race Start: 8:00 AM

Location

• Venue: Lake Charles Event Center Amphitheatre
• Address: 900 Lakeshore Drive
• City: Lake Charles, LA 70601

Registration Fees

• Pricing: $35 — February 9, 2026 through May 1, 2026

Participant Perks

• Race T-Shirt: Short-sleeve performance race T-shirt
• Fitness Access: Access to post-run fitness sessions
• Expo Entry: Entry into the Wellness Expo

T-Shirt Guarantee

Shirts are guaranteed to participants who register by Friday, April 1, 2026.

Packet Pickup

Early Pickup

• Date: Thursday, May 7
• Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Date: Friday, May 8
• Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Lake Charles Event Center Box Office, 900 Lakeshore Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70601

Race Day Pickup

• Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
• Time: 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM
• Location: Lake Charles Event Center • Sudduth Coliseum

Important Note

Registered participants must present photo identification. Proxy pickup is allowed for immediate family members (spouse or sibling) with identification.

Race Day Schedule

• 7:00 AM: Packet pickup and race day registration opens
• 7:30 AM: Packet pickup and race day registration closes
• 7:45 AM: Pre-race meeting
• 8:00 AM: Race begins
• 9:30 AM: Awards and Post-Run Celebration (inside Sudduth Coliseum)

Awards

More information coming soon.

Parking

Parking is available at the Lake Charles Event Center.

Weather Policy

If lightning is present, the race may be delayed, the route altered or shortened, or the event cancelled. Fog conditions may result in a delayed start or modified route based on visibility. The Marshal’s Office and Lake Charles Event Center staff will make all final determinations regarding weather safety.

Refund and Cancellation Policy

All registrations are final. No refunds or transfers are permitted. If dangerous conditions require cancellation, updates will be communicated via email and the Lake Charles Event Center social media channels.

More Information

For more details, please visit: Wellness On The Water