Christmas in Lafreniere Park Run/Walk
Christmas in Lafreniere Park Run/Walk is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Metairie, LA, with entry fees from $25 to $30.
- Date
- December 5, 2026 (89 days to go)
- Location
- Lafreniere Park, Metairie, LA
- Price
- $25–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
HOORAY FOR THE HOLIDAYS! The Crescent City Classic will hold their holiday run/walk in beautiful Lafreniere Park on Saturday, December 5, 2026 (start time is 4pm). The 2-mile course takes you through Lafreniere Park during their annual Christmas in the Park Lights Display. The park is decorated with over 10 million LED lights. The park's festive displays include traditional Christmas lighted figures, the 60 foot Sea Serpent in the lagoon, and many NOLA favorites! The event is filled with gumbo, hot chocolate, beer and other refreshments, photos with Santa, a holiday costume contest, and much more!
The Christmas in Lafreniere Park Run/Walk is especially popular among families. Run competitively or enjoy a leisurely walk through the park with friends and family. Participants can enjoy free refreshments and complimentary entry into both the Christmas in the Park Lights Driving Tour AND the Walking Tour of the beautifully lighted Pavilion Island BEFORE the gates are open to the general public!
What do I receive with my registration? All registrants will receive a festive glow-in-the-dark shirt (children's sizes available), race bib, and a complimentary EARLY entrance into the Christmas in Lafreniere Park driving and walking tour Lights Display.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
67°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New Orleans Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Metairie, LA
City Elevation
-4 ft
Nearest Airport
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Christmas in Lafreniere Park Run/Walk
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- Lafreniere Park, Metairie, LA
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Christmas in Lafreniere Park Run/Walk
Dec 5, 2026