American Legion Post 14 Birthday Bash 5k

Race Overview

• Event: Join us for our inaugural 5K, Fun Run, and Kids Run.
• Beneficiary: 100% of funds raised supports Veterans, Veteran’s Families, Service Members, Service Member’s Families, and American Legion Post 14.
• Date: 2026-03-14
• Location: American Legion Post 14, Shreveport, LA

Race Description

• Scenic Route: Run along beautiful Cross Lake on South Lakeshore Drive.
• Start & Finish: Race will start and end in the American Legion parking lot.
• Post-Race Celebration: Immediately following the race, there will be a birthday celebration with sponsor booths, food, birthday cake, and more!

Entry Fee

• 5K Registration: $25
• 1 Mile Walk or Fun Run: $25
• ½ Mile Kids Run (12 and under): $10
• Sleep-In Supporter: $20

T-Shirts & Packet Pick-Up

• T-Shirts: Every participant who registers prior to Monday March 2nd will receive a specially designed performance camo T-Shirt with their race packet.
• Packet Pick-Up: Thursday March 12th from 12:00-6:00 PM.
• Additional Pick-Up: Friday March 13th from 10 AM-5:30 PM.
• Special Accommodation: Sportspectrum will bring packets to the American Legion Post on Tuesday March 10th from 6:00-7:00 PM for those unable to drive out.

Race Day Information

• Availability: Race day packets will also be available at the race site at 7:00 AM, the day of the race.

Sleep-In Supporter

• Donation Option: Sign up as a Sleep-In Supporter and you will receive the T-Shirt without getting out of bed the morning of the race.
• Important: You still must follow the same packet pick-up instructions as the runners.

Awards

• Eligible Participants: Awards will be presented for 5K participants.
• Categories: Overall male and female winners will receive recognition.
• Age Group Medals: 1st place male & female in each age group category will receive a medal.
• Age Groups: 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.

Kids Run

• Prizes: Kids run will have an overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prize.
• No Prizes: 1 mile walk or fun run will not receive a prize.

More Information

• Race Link: For more details, visit American Legion Post Birthday Bash 5K.