Father's Day Run & Walk

JUN
21
2026
Celebrate Father's Day with a fun run through oak lined Audubon Park at the Richard Newcomb Memorial Race. Enjoy family friendly distances, music and food, and support the New Orleans Track Club Scholarship Fund.
Sun 21 Jun 2026

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Event overview

The Richard Newcomb Memorial Father's Day Race is scheduled for Sunday, June 21, 2026, in Audubon Park, New Orleans, LA 70118. The course follows the Audubon Park running and walking path and passes through oak trees. The New Orleans Track Club organizes the event and designates the New Orleans Track Club Scholarship Fund as an official partner beneficiary. The event presentation lists Louisiana Running and Walking Company as presenter and several local organizations as sponsors.

Events and entry

Events offered include:

  • 2 miles : Price: $25.
  • 2 miles (NOTC family membership entry) : Price: $50; NOTC members only.
  • 1/2 mile (kids) : Price: $20.

NOTC members receive a $5 discount where applicable. Registration opens on March 2, 2026. Father and grandfather teams are available as a race group, with team confirmation handled on race morning at a team sign-up table. Race day registration and packet pickup will be available at Shelter #10 next to the Newman Bandshell; commemorative shirts for day-of registrants are not guaranteed and are distributed first-come, first-served.

On-site features

The event description notes music, food, and refreshments after the race and an award ceremony. The race page includes directions to 6555 Magazine St., Shelter #10, and links to information on parking, course maps, awards and timing, results, photos, and volunteer opportunities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

2-Mile Run
1/2 Mile Kids Run