Ryan's Run/Walk Race For Sickle Cell Disease
- Date
- August 29 – September 30, 2026
- Location
- Galvez Plaza, Baton Rouge, LA
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $25–$35
From the Organizer
Celebrate Ryan’s Run/Walk on Saturday, August 29th, 2026
Saturday, August 29, 2026 @ 8 AM
EVENT DETAILS
We're thrilled to invite you to the Annual Ryan’s Run/Walk on Saturday, August 29th. Ryan's Run is dedicated to raising funds and awareness for individuals living with Sickle Cell disease. This event is not just about running; it’s about coming together as a community to support a vital cause and make a real difference in the lives of those affected by this challenging condition.
The race will begin at 8 a.m. and registration opens at 6:30 a.m.
Walkers are not timed.
Registration Fees:
Runners & Walkers - 1 Mile (walker and runners will pay the same price but we still will only time the runners.)
Ages 1-14 - Now thru June 28th - $25
June 29th - Aug. 3rd - $30
Aug. 4th - Aug. 29th - $35
Ages 15+ - Now thru June 28th - $30
June 29th - Aug. 3rd - $35
Aug. 4th - Aug. 29th - $40
Runners & Walkers - 5K (walker and runners will pay the same price but we still will only time the runners.)
Ages 1-14 - Now thru June 28th - $30
June 29th - Aug. 3rd - $35
Aug. 4th - Aug. 29th - $40
Ages 15+ - Now thru June 28th - $35
June 29th - Aug. 3rd - $40
Aug. 4th - Aug. 29th - $45
Virtual Race - Now till Aug. 29th - $35
Non-Participating
(Unable to attend but would like to donate click here.)
Race Routes:
5K Route: 4th St. North to Spanish Town, East to 5th St., North to Capitol Access, East to Capitol Lake, West to 3rd St., North to River Road, U-turn South to Spanish Town, East to to 4th St., South to North Blvd.
1 Mile Route: North on 4th St. to Spanish Town, U-turn South on 4th St. to North Blvd.
Packet Pickup (Location, Date & Time):
Participants will be able to pick up race packages on Friday, August 28, 2026. More details to come.
Race packets not picked up on Friday will be available at the registration table on race day starting at 6:30 a.m. Registration will be available on race day. Please bring cash or checks made out to the Sickle Cell Association of South Louisiana.
Race Route is the same.
Age Groups and Awards:
Ryan's 5K Runners
Breakdown of age groups for the 5K:
1-14 30-39 60-69
15-19 40-49 70+
20-29 50-59
Awards: TOP OVERALL - Male & Female
TOP MALES & FEMALES - By Age Group
Special Awards & Fundraising Recognition:
TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM - Team that raises the most money.
Categories: Top Family(1st, 2nd, and 3rd), Business, Organization & School
TOP FUNDRAISING INDIVIDUAL - Person who raises the most money.
ONE FOR THE TEAM - Top Team with the most participants registered.
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
90°
Typical Low
72°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lsu Ben-Hur Farm, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Baton Rouge, LA
Population
223,699
as of 2023
City Elevation
50 ft
Nearest Airport
BTR
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · 60 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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- Race
- Ryan's Run/Walk Race For Sickle Cell Disease
- Date
- August 29 – September 30, 2026
- Location
- Galvez Plaza, Baton Rouge, LA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Ryan's Run/Walk Race For Sickle Cell Disease?
- Ryan's Run/Walk Race For Sickle Cell Disease is a running race held in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on August 29, 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 Ryan's Run/Walk Race For Sickle Cell Disease?
- Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana at Galvez Plaza. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ryan's Run/Walk Race For Sickle Cell Disease?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Ryan's Run/Walk Race For Sickle Cell Disease
Aug 29, 2026