Pelican Energy Run for Hope
Pelican Energy Run for Hope is a running race on October 31, 2026 in Mandeville, LA, with entry fees from $20 to $35.
- Date
- October 31, 2026 (116 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
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!
**Lunch Provided Post Race Thanks to John H Carter!
**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!
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
76°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Slidell Ap, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mandeville, LA
City Elevation
30 ft
Nearest Airport
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · 33 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
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 Pelican Energy Run for Hope, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
116
Days to train
- Race
- Pelican Energy Run for Hope
- Date
- October 31, 2026
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Mandeville than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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From Endurance Grid
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Pelican Energy Run for Hope
Oct 31, 2026