Soul Food Festival 5K
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Location
- 500 Main Street, Franklin, LA
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Soul Food Festival 5K
June 20th, 2026 @ 7:30 am
500 Main Street
Franklin, LA
Event Details:
The 100 Black Men of St. Mary Parish proudly presents the 5th annual Soul Food Festival in Historic Downtown Franklin. Live music, Soul Food Booths, 5K race, Health Village, and Juneteenth Exhibit.
Get the whole family active at the running festival. Join us for the free Kids Marathon Challenge, 1-Mile KIDS MARATHON that will take place @ 8:00 am.
Packet Pickup: (Bayou side at starting line)
June 20st, 2026 from 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Awards:
5K Race: This year, we will recognize the top three male and female participants overall, without awarding any age group categories. Only the highest three finishers from each gender will receive awards.
The race benefits the 100 Black Men Scholarship Fund
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
89°
Typical Low
73°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Franklin 3 Nw, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Franklin, LA
Population
6,557
as of 2023
Elevation
8 ft
Nearest Airport
LFT
Lafayette Regional Airport · 41 mi
Major Hub
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · 76 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Soul Food Festival 5K?
- Soul Food Festival 5K is a running race held in Franklin, Louisiana on June 20, 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 Soul Food Festival 5K?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Franklin, Louisiana at 500 Main Street, Franklin, LA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Soul Food Festival 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Soul Food Festival 5K
Jun 20, 2026