LV5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run
- Date
- March 27, 2027
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K · Virtual 5K
From the Organizer
The Lauren Vaughn Memorial Foundation will host the LV5K walk/run on April 04, 2026, at the Alexandria Senior High School football field. This memorial walk/run is to remember and honor the life of Lauren Vaughn and others who lost their lives to impaired driving. The money raised will go towards the Lauren Vaughn Memorial Scholarship at NSU for the Accelerated BS to BSN Program, benefiting future nurses and raising awareness about drunk and impaired driving.
Multiple options to participate:
💜 Show up in person on race day for the 1-mile or 5K.
💜 Virtual for our out-of-town friends and family who love to walk or run and want to support. (This does not include a t-shirt, just bragging rights, and supports the Lauren Vaughn Memorial Scholarship)
🗓️ Pickup Friday, March 26, 2027, from 10:00-4:00 at Little Cakes with Big Attitude (4120 Jackson St., Alexandria, LA 71303)
🚨 Race Day, April 04! Packets can be picked up on the race day before the races start. The 1-mile begins at 8:00, and the 5K starts at 8:30
🥇 Awards given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Overall Male and Female, and for Individual Age Groups in both the 5K and 1-mile in-person races.
We will give virtual shout-outs for bragging rights for the virtual race.
(5K Age Groups: 10 & under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & over).
(1 Mile Age Groups: 5 & under, 6-9, 10-13, 14-17, 18 & over).
Awards Ceremony - Immediately following the 5K.
We have a limited number of finisher medals ordered. Order early to ensure you get one after you cross the finish line.
Registrations received on or before 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 7h, will receive a shirt at packet pickup. Late and Race Day registrants may receive a shirt if any extras are available.
The prices for the 1-mile and 5K will increase on March 14th, 2027.
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
73°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Alexandria 5 Sse, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Alexandria, LA
Population
44,566
as of 2023
Elevation
80 ft
Nearest Airport
AEX
Alexandria International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- LV5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run
- Date
- March 27, 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the LV5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run?
- LV5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run is a running race held in Alexandria, Louisiana on March 27, 2027. 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 LV5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run?
- Saturday, March 27, 2027 in Alexandria, Louisiana at Alexandria Senior High, Alexandria, LA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the LV5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
LV5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run
Mar 27, 2027