Run the Roux 5K is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Vinton, LA, with entry fees from $15 to $25.
From the Organizer
Start your Cajun Festival celebration with some miles and smiles! The Run the Roux 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run takes place the morning of the festival and features a fun, festive route through the heart of Vinton. Whether you’re chasing a PR or enjoying a relaxed walk with friends, this event brings together fitness, family, and Cajun pride.
Finish your run and head straight into the festival for great food, live music, and a full day of activities!
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
77°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Orange 9 N, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
LCH
Lake Charles Regional Airport · 22 mi
Major Hub
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental Airport · 106 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
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.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
Squeeze the Day 5k
21 miles away
Dean Granger Memorial 5K
19 miles away
The McNeese Cowboy Club 5k Gallop & Kids 1K Round Up Fun Run
16 miles away
ICCS Fest and Panther Run
22 miles away
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Vinton 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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Run the Roux 5K
Oct 24, 2026