
From the Organizer
Red Wagons are all around the St. Jude Hospital. These vehicles offer fun, hope, and transportation. St. Jude's philosophy is centered on tending to the patient's emotional and physical well-being. They feel that because cancer is a dark journey, there should be moments of joy. So, let's roll! Bring your wagons out for this fun event. Pull the kids or pets. It's going to be an event filled with joy!
Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration will be on Saturday, September 26, from 7:00 - 7:45 am at the Louisiana Athletic Club in Pineville, LA.
1 Mile Wagon Pull begins at 8:00 am, and the 5K will follow shortly after.
Race Day Awards for Top 3 Male and Female Participants.
1st 125 participants are guaranteed finisher's medals.
Events
Weather
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
87°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lsu Dean Lee Rsch Stn, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
66 ft
Nearest Airport
AEX
Alexandria International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Red Wagon 5K and 1 Mile Wagon Pull, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
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15 miles away
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15 miles away
Rapides Junior Runners Fall Series
10 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Red Wagon 5K and 1 Mile Wagon Pull
Sep 26, 2026