Races

📅 April 12, 2026📍 Fontainebleau State Park Join us for the Pink Tutu Run, a joyful community 5K and 1-mile kids run benefiting the Professional Women of St. Tammany (PWST) Scholarship Program. This fun, inclusive race brings together runners, walkers, families, and local businesses to support scholarships for women in St. Tammany who are pursuing education, certification, and professional advancement. By investing in women today, we help strengthen families, grow leadership, and raise the standard across our community for generations to come. Expect: A scenic course through Fontainebleau State ParkRunners of all ages and paces A high-energy, family-friendly atmosphereCommunity partners, cheering zones, and post-run fun - Tutus encouraged! Race Options5K Run/Walk1-Mile Kids Run Whether you’re racing for a personal best, walking with friends, or running alongside your kids, the Pink Tutu Run is about more than the finish line. It’s about showing up for opportunity, leader

There is no greater pain than the loss of a child. Still, we go on. We take a deep breath and we lace up our shoes. We do it for our families. We do it for each other. We do it for ourselves. And we do it for them. Knowing there are many others in our shoes and that we have the resources, support and love of our community. Knowing that while they were only here for a little while, they will be loved forever. If you’ve suffered a miscarriage, a stillbirth, or the loss of a baby or child, we invite you to join us. Everyone mourns differently. Just know you don’t have to mourn alone.

The Northshore Half Marathon, 10 miler, and Jockamo 5K feature idyllic Louisiana scenery. All courses start and finish under mammoth, moss-covered oaks. The half marathon and 10 miler wind through spectator-lined historic homes of Old Mandeville, run along sparkling Lakeshore Drive and the Tammany Trace as the sun rises over the crowd of runners. The courses are notoriously flat and fast, and many runners claim this race as their favorite half marathon and as a PR race course. After months of sweltering heat and training in the South, temperatures typically start to cool around the time of the Northshore Half, and runners kick off Fall race schedules with a cooler, brisk race in South Louisiana. Historic Old Mandeville and Fontainebleau State Park are just a quick drive from New Orleans or Baton Rouge, making them close enough in proximity to drive in the morning of and to enjoy either city following the race…but not before enjoying our post-race party. The Northshore Half post-race party means laying out a picnic blanket, grabbing some cold beers and grub from one of our delicious food vendors and listening to some great live music while taking in the Lake Pontchartrain waterfront.

Gather your friends and family and join us for a spooky day of fun at our Third Annual Pelican Energy Run for Hope, benefitting the Children's Advocacy Center: Hope House. Hope House is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to ending the cycle of child abuse in our community by providing a path to recovery, a bridge to justice for victims of abuse, and education for the community. Take part in the 5K and/or 1-Mile Fun Run through scenic Fontainebleau State Park. Plenty of Halloween inspired activities for adults & kids, with more details to follow! 5K Registrants will receive a custom finisher's medallion, race t-shirt, refreshments, and race day swag. **Post Race Beer Included Thanks to Chafunkta Brewing Company! **Pre & Post Race Refreshments Thanks to Raising Canes! **Plus, Many Vendors Onsite Offerring Free Services! Check-In on race day will begin at 7:30am!

What Is OUTLAST? OUTLAST is a 6-hour trail endurance challenge where runners complete a 5K every hour, on the hour. Each lap must be finished within the hour to stay in the event. If you finish early, you rest until the next round. Miss a lap, and you’re out. Complete all six rounds, and you OUTLAST. This isn't just about speed — it's about pacing, discipline, and mental grit. Whether you're trying to survive all six or win your division, the challenge is the same: show up each hour, push your limits, and stay in it. Each course is trail-based, with natural terrain, elevation, and unpredictable conditions. You’ll have time between rounds to recover, refuel, and refocus — but not much. What You Earn: ​4 laps = “Grit Earned” patch 5 laps = “Survivor” patch 6 laps = Premium “OUTLAST” medal ​​All participants receive a premium OUTLAST Tee. Top male and female with the fastest combined 5K times at each event win the 1st Place OUTLAST award. Finishers are ranked on the national leaderboard—and the fastest runner across all OUTLAST 6-hour events (including the Championship) will be crowned National Champion and take home a cash prize of $1,000. The top 5 Male and Female 6-hour champions from each city will earn a spot in the Outlast Championship in DFW December 4 2027, where they’ll compete against the best of the best at the end of the Tour, and the 1st-3rd place male and female winners of the Championship take home a cash prize, listed below. (This is separate from the national leaderboard prize money.) 1st place = $1,200 2nd place = $800 3rd place = $500 Frequently Asked Questions: Do I have to run all 6 laps? Nope. Run as many as you can. If you complete 4 or 5, you'll still earn a patch. Only those who finish all 6 get the OUTLAST medal and leaderboard ranking. What happens if I don’t finish a lap in time? You're out. The next lap starts at the top of the next hour, and only those who completed the last lap on time can continue. How is the race timed? Each 5K is timed individually. If you complete all 6, your combined time counts toward the local win and national leaderboard. Are these trail races or road? Every OUTLAST race is on trail terrain — dirt, rocks, roots, and elevation. Sometimes some pavement and gravel. Can I walk? Yes, as long as you finish the 5K within the hour. But some courses are rugged, and time can sneak up on you. Are there aid stations? Yes. There will be water, basic hydration, and snacks at the basecamp/loop start. This is a cupless event — bring your own bottle or hydration system. What should I bring? Trail shoes, hydration system, layers (weather dependent), fuel between laps, and grit. Can I setup a tent? Absolutely, bring your own aid station/tent setup. Is OUTLAST for beginners? Yes — if you're mentally tough. You don’t need to be fast, just consistent and ready to suffer a little. How do I win? If you finish all 6 laps and have the fastest combined time, you win your division (male/female). Winners are also added to the national leaderboard for a shot at the $1,000 national prize & title.