Running events and triathlons in New Orleans (LA): an overview of all runs and triathlon competitions in New Orleans.
Information on all races in New Orleans, including dates, registration, course, schedules and results.
New Orleans Running: Jazz Flats and Bayou Speed
Running in New Orleans is a celebratory cultural experience set to the tune of a brass band, taking advantage of the city’s notoriously flat, sea-level topography. The Rock 'n' Roll New Orleans Marathon and Half Marathon is the city’s premier event, famous for being one of the fastest and flattest marathon courses in the country. The minimal elevation change—a consequence of running through the low-lying Bayou Country—makes it an exceptionally reliable destination for runners seeking a personal best (PB) or a qualifying time on a smooth, rapid course.
The French Quarter Fringe and City Park Climax
The course offers a comprehensive tour of the city's key districts. Runners pass through the historic fringe of the French Quarter, cruise down the beautiful, oak-lined St. Charles Avenue, and weave through the magnificent Garden District, showcasing the city’s architectural splendor. The atmosphere is electric, with live jazz, blues, and Mardi Gras energy fueling participants through the flat miles. The half marathon course is immensely popular, offering the same dedication to flatness and cultural immersion.
The events culminate with an energetic finish line celebration inside the vast, beautiful City Park, allowing runners to quickly trade their shoes for celebratory beignets. Whether you are tackling the full distance to leverage the low-country speed or enjoying a shorter race cheered on by the lively New Orleans crowds, running in the Crescent City delivers an efficient, culturally rich, and flat-out enjoyable Southern running adventure.
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Running Races 2026 in New Orleans (Louisiana)
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