From the Organizer
Pecan Haven 5K is more than a race; it’s an opportunity to help individuals continue their recovery journey after treatment.
At Pecan Haven, we provide residential substance abuse treatment for men and women seeking freedom from addiction. Through evidence-based counseling, group therapy, life skills development, recovery support, we help clients build a strong foundation for lasting sobriety.
The funds raised through the Pecan Haven 5K will assist clients as they transition into sober living by helping meet immediate needs that promote long-term success. Your participation helps empower individuals to continue building healthy, productive lives in recovery, while spreading awareness that recovery is possible.
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
77°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Monroe Delta Cc, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Monroe, LA
Population
47,241
as of 2023
City Elevation
75 ft
Nearest Airport
MLU
Monroe Regional Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Escape the Darkness 5K presented by Pecan Haven Addiction Recovery Center, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
128
Days to train
- Race
- Escape the Darkness 5K presented by Pecan Haven Addiction Recovery Center
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- 2300 Sycamore St, Monroe, LA
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Escape the Darkness 5K presented by Pecan Haven Addiction Recovery Center?
- Escape the Darkness 5K presented by Pecan Haven Addiction Recovery Center is a running race held in Monroe, Louisiana on October 24, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Escape the Darkness 5K presented by Pecan Haven Addiction Recovery Center?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Monroe, Louisiana at 2300 Sycamore St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Escape the Darkness 5K presented by Pecan Haven Addiction Recovery Center?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Escape the Darkness 5K presented by Pecan Haven Addiction Recovery Center
Oct 24, 2026