US Road Running - Slidell
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Event Overview
The Holiday 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon is a recurring running event held at John Slidell Park in Slidell, Louisiana. This event is part of the US Road Running series and features multiple distance options on out-and-back courses. Participants are required to register in advance, as there is no registration available at the event site.
Distances and Course Information
The event offers three distinct distance categories:
- 5K: A course completed by running a 0.78-mile out-and-back loop twice.
- 10K: A course completed by running the 0.78-mile out-and-back loop four times.
- Half Marathon: A course completed by running a 1.09-mile out-and-back loop six times.
The event has a maximum duration of 3 hours and 30 minutes for all participants to complete their respective distances.
Logistics and Participation
Packet pickup is available for 20 minutes, concluding shortly before the start of the race. Parking is located at a designated area within walking distance of the start and finish lines. Finisher medals are provided to participants who complete their event. The series also encourages participation through a best costume award, though wearing a costume is not a requirement for entry. Series points and awards are also distributed based on performance and participation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
