Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
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When is Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run?
Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run takes place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 in Gonzales, LA.
What distances does Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run offer?
Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run offers 4 events: 1 Mile Fun Run, 5K Run/Walk, 5K - 3 Person Team Competition, Run the 5K and the 1 Mile.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile Fun Run | 1.0 mi | $15.00 | Register |
| 5K Run/Walk | 3.1 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| 5K - 3 Person Team Competition | 3.1 mi | $20.00 | Register |
| Run the 5K and the 1 Mile | — | $30.00 | Register |
How much does Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run cost?
Registration for Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run starts at $15.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run held?
Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run is held in Gonzales, LA at 9039 S. St. Landry Ave..
About Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
59th Annual Jambalaya Festival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
When: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Time: 6:15 AM - Registration /Sign In
7:00 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run - "Kids Run" Start
7:30 AM - 5K Run Start
**NEW LOCATION**
Please be aware that the race has moved to the Lamar Dixon Expo Center located at 9039 S. St. Landry Ave., Gonzales, LA.
Event Details:
Entrants will receive a free T-shirt and free jambalaya at the after party – Run and after party is through the grounds of the Lamar Dixon Expo Center – Music, cooking, party atmosphere - This is a flat, fast course!
5K Teams will consist of 3 team members. The captain will create the Team Name and the members will join the Team.
Note - T-shirts are not guaranteed for those who register after 5/01/2026
Registration Fees:
Till May 23rd - $25 for the 5K, $15 for the 1 Mile and $30 for both the 5K & 1 Mile
Bib/Race # Pickup (Location, Date & Time):
Race day sign in starting at 6:15 am at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center located at 9039 S. St. Landry Ave., Gonzales. (Between Main arena and Water tower)
Please see our website at Jambalayafestival.net to view the course layout under the 5K/1Mile tab
1 mile Fun Run - "Kids Run" AWARDS:
1st, 2nd, 3rd place medals for Male & Female - overall and age categories 1-4, 5-10 and 11-15
5K Awards: Top Overall Male & Female – 1st, 2nd, 3rd in each group Male & Female
Age Groups: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Team awards are 1st and 2nd place medals for teams with lowest total time.
Jambalaya Fest 5K Route
5K and 1 Mile Race Maps
Swag & Giveaways
1 Mile Fun Run: T-Shirt
5K Run/Walk: T-Shirt
5K - 3 Person Team Competition: T-Shirt
Run the 5K and the 1 Mile: T-Shirt
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