Run Baby Run - Natchitoches

MAY
16
2026
Join the 14th annual Run, Baby, Run event in historic downtown Natchitoches. This fundraiser supports the Women's Resource Center and features a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile fun run, and a kids' 5K. The event coincides with the Natchitoches Jazz Festival for a full day of community activities.
Sat 16 May 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

This is the 14th annual Run, Baby, Run event. It serves as both a fundraiser and awareness event for the Women's Resource Center of Natchitoches, a non-profit pregnancy help medical clinic. Proceeds from the event contribute to its operational costs, supporting services provided free of charge to the local community.

Distances

The event includes the following activities:

  • 5K Run/Walk
  • 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
  • 5K Children 5-15 only
  • Sleep-In Supporter (a non-running registration option)

Event Details

The event takes place in the historic district and downtown Natchitoches riverbank area. It is scheduled to occur on the same day as the Natchitoches Jazz Festival. The starting location is the Natchitoches Riverbank on Front Street.

Pre-registration includes a race t-shirt and goodie bag. A specific order deadline is mentioned for guaranteed t-shirt availability.

Awards

Awards are given for the Overall Male and Female finishers in both the 5K and the 1 Mile Fun Run. For the 5K, awards are also given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female finishers in multiple age groups: 12 and Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, and 50+. Winners receive a medal and a swag bag.

Packet Pickup

Packet pickup is available at the Women's Resource Center on the Friday before the event, as well as on race day at the race site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run/walk
5 km
5k Children 5-15 Only
1 Mile Fun Run/walk
Sleep-in Supporter