Cajun Country Run Half Marathon
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Cajun Country Run : Acadiana Park, Lafayette, LA
Cajun Country Run is an annual road and trail running event held in Acadiana Park in Lafayette, Louisiana. The 2026 edition is scheduled for December 19 and offers six race options including a USATF certified half marathon presented as a single loop.
The event includes the following distances:
- Half Marathon : USATF certified single loop
- 10K Road : primarily asphalt with about 2 miles of packed gravel
- 10K Trail : mix of cross country and single track with technical sections by the Vermilion River
- 5K Road : primarily asphalt
- 5K Trail : mix of cross country and single track
- 1 Mile Fun Run : two loops on a paved path
Course details note small elevation changes on the road courses, with the half marathon containing three climbs under 20 feet and multiple water stations on each course (seven on the half marathon, three on the 10K road, two on the 5K road). The trail routes include single track and cross country terrain.
Awards include handmade alligator head trophies for top finishers, age group license plate prizes, and finishers medals for all participants. Seasonal Santa Claus divisions recognize best dressed and fastest Santa and Mrs Santa. Free race photos are provided by a sponsoring photographer. Parking is limited near Acadiana Park and shuttle service is provided from nearby school parking to the start area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
