SAINTS KICKOFF RUN Presented by Hancock Whitney

Participant Perks

The 2025 Saints Kickoff Run, presented by Hancock Whitney, will be held live and in person! The run will start in Champions Square and will finish on the 50-yard line of the Caesars Superdome. A post-race party with live entertainment and a beer garden will take place after the race in Champions Square. All runners will receive an official “Saints 5K” participant shirt and finishers medal.

Can’t make it in person? Sign up as a virtual runner and receive all the run swag when you run at your own pace and in your own place!

• Kickoff the Saints season with fun and fitness!
• Exclusive 2025 Official “Saints 5K” participant shirt
• Commemorative Finisher Medal
• Finish on the 50-yard line of Caesars Superdome Field
• 2 Free Beers (21+ only)
• Live Finisher Results

Race Time: The Saints Kickoff 5K Run race will start at 7:30am.

Please pick up your parking pass at packet pick-up BEFORE the race! NO EXCEPTIONS! Pre-Paid Parking is Sold Out!
Please note that only one pass is allowed per vehicle, so we strongly encourage carpooling. If you choose not to pre-pay for a parking pass, you can pay at the garage entrance ($20). *Parking is free for packet pick-up on the days leading up to the race! 

Kids Fun Run 

Get your kids involved in kicking off the 2025 Saints football season by participating in the Kids Fun Run! Kids will get excited about fitness when they lace up their shoes and enjoy the half-mile run, which starts at Champions Square and finishes on the Caesars Superdome 50-Yard Line. All kids will receive a short-sleeved tee and a kid’s commemorative finisher’s medal.

Race Time: The Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run race will start at 9:15am.

Team Challenge Cup 

You can be a part of the Saints season by joining in the Saints Team Challenge Cup. Just sign your friends, family, and coworkers up as a team on the race registration page and the group that brings the most runners to the start line on Saturday September 6, 2025 wins! It’s that simple.

Awards will be presented to the top 3 largest teams. To register with a team, indicate your team status during registration by selecting "Yes" in the teams section of your order form. IMPORTANT: When entering your team name, all team members MUST use the exact same spelling in order to be entered on the same team. 

RUN FOR THE CAUSE - SUPPORT THE LOUISIANA NATIONAL GUARD

The Saints Kickoff Run is proud to support the Louisiana National Guard Foundation and the National Guard Association of Louisiana.
More than just a race, it blends fitness, fun, and football into a high-energy celebration of community and charity. Each year, thousands unite to run, cheer, and give back, making it a signature event that captures the heart of the city and the spirit of the team.

 
Want to make an impact?
Make a $10+ donation and run with a special charity bib to show your support! All donations go directly to these amazing charities.

Visit Saints5K.com for full event details.

Questions? We're here to help! E-mail info@saints5k.com

Come get your 2025 Saints Kickoff 5K presented Hancock Whitney race bibs and t-shirts!

Notes for Packet Pick-Up

Walk-up Registration available at Packet Pick-Up if the event is not sold out. Photo IDs are required. You may pick up for a friend if you have a copy of their photo ID. NO EXCEPTIONS! Please plan on attending one of the pre-race packet pick-ups; out of towners may pick up on race morning beginning at 5:30am but it is discouraged.

Please pick up your parking pass at packet pick-up BEFORE the race! NO EXCEPTIONS!

Please note that only one pass is allowed per vehicle, so we strongly encourage carpooling. If you choose not to pre-pay for a parking pass, you can pay at the garage entrance ($20). *Parking is free in Lot 3 for packet pick-up on the days leading up to the race!

Thursday, September 4th, 2025

11:00am – 7:00pm
Opening Act – Champions Square
Lasalle Street, New Orleans, LA 70113

Friday, September 5th, 2025

11:00am  – 5:00pm
Opening Act – Champions Square
Lasalle Street, New Orleans, LA 70113

RACE DAY,  Saturday, September 6th, 2025

*Not advised due to the high volume of people picking up packets!

5:30am-7:30am

Champions Square
Lasalle Street, New Orleans, LA 70113

Refer Friends and Amplify Your Contribution

Participating in the 2025 Saints Kickoff Run presented by Hancock Whitney is even more fun when you get to do it with your squad! Make it a competition, or use it as a way to encourage each other to get moving. Whatever your reason is, we encourage you to invite friends and family to join. Plus, you can a partial or full refund of your registration fee!

Here's How it Works: 

During the registration period, share your personal referral link with family and friends and you'll be credited as the referrer when your link is used to register. After registration closes, we'll confirm the total number of completed referrals made, and refund a portion of or all of your registration fee. Your personal referral link can be found in any of the following locations:

• Within your confirmation email: the link will be located at the top of the email

• Within your RunSignUp profile: scroll to the bottom of your profile and select My Referrals under the Runner Links section

• Within the confirmation page following registration: the "Refer Your Friends" link will be located at the top of the page

Refunds

• 5 Referrals = $10 of your registration fee refunded

• 10 Referrals = 100% of your registration fee refunded

Join the 2025 Saints Kickoff 5K presented by Hancock Whitney Team Challenge Cup.

The group that brings the most runners to the start line wins! It’s that simple.

Picture this—running alongside your family, friends, and co-workers finishing together at the iconic Caesars Superdome 50-yard line. Then celebrate with a team photo as you proudly hoist the Team Challenge Cup in Champions Square!

Awards will be presented to the top 3 largest teams.

Accept the challenge, gather your crew, and get ready to run as one. Let’s see who’s got the biggest team spirit!

HOW TO JOIN THE CHALLENGE: 

• Find and join your team by searching for your team name here.
• Or create a new team along with your registration.

Questions? Email info@saints5k.com for more information.