Upcoming Races in Ruston

Endurance Grid lists 7 races in Ruston, Louisiana, from October 2026 to March 2027.

7
Races
2
Sports

Racing in Ruston

The Ruston race calendar is busiest in October, November, and February. It covers a range of endurance sports — you'll find races in Running and Trail Running — so there's usually a race near you. Distances span a wide range across those sports; you'll see 5K, 1 Mile, 8K / 5 Mile, and 15K.

Weather on race day varies by time of year, so it lives where it’s accurate — each race page shows that race’s typical high, low, and rain chance from NOAA climate normals for its venue and date.

Population

22,224

as of 2023

City Elevation

236 ft

Nearest Airport

MLU

Monroe Regional Airport

Time Zone

Central Time

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Races in Ruston, LA

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7 races in Ruston

October 2026 Ruston, Louisiana Races

2 upcoming races in Ruston, Louisiana in October.
Oct
24
Sat
Running
College of Applied & Natural Sciences: Run for Research
West Texas Avenue, Ruston, LA
5K
Avg 75° / 50°·236 ft city elevation
Oct
31
Sat
Running
The Depot Dash
211 W Railroad Dr, Ruston, LA
1 Mile · 5K
Avg 73° / 48°·236 ft city elevation

November 2026 Ruston, Louisiana Races

2 upcoming races in Ruston, Louisiana in November.
Nov
14
Sat
Running
TRAIL LIFE USA, CAMPFIRE RUN
211 Parish Park Rd., Ruston, LA
5K
Avg 68° / 44°·236 ft city elevation
Nov
14
Sat
Running
Sprint for St. Jude
305 Wisteria Street, Ruston, LA
1 Mile · 5K
Avg 68° / 44°·236 ft city elevation

December 2026 Ruston, Louisiana Races

1 upcoming race in Ruston, Louisiana in December.
Dec
17
Thu
Running
Ruston Rudolph Run
2103 Champions Way, Ruston, LA
5K
Avg 58° / 37°·236 ft city elevation

February 2027 Ruston, Louisiana Races

1 upcoming race in Ruston, Louisiana in February.
Feb
27
Sat
Running
Heritage Classical Academy 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
108 Sanctuary Road, Ruston, LA
1 Mile · 5K
Avg 64° / 42°·236 ft city elevation

March 2027 Ruston, Louisiana Races

1 upcoming race in Ruston, Louisiana in March.
Mar
27
Sat
Trail RunningRunning
The Old School @ Lincoln Parish Park
211 Parish Park Road, Ruston, LA
8K / 5 Mile · 15K
Avg 72° / 47°·236 ft city elevation

Races near Ruston

Oct
24
Sat
Running
Not Ya Mama's 5K
17 miles away189 Calhoun Loop Road, Calhoun, LA
5K
Avg 75° / 47°·182 ft city elevation
Oct
31
Sat
Running
Pumpkin 5K Run Calhoun Civic Club
17 miles away189 Calhoun Loop Rd, Calhoun, LA
5K
Avg 72° / 45°·182 ft city elevation
Oct
24
Sat
Running
Miles, Motors & Hope
21 miles awayJimmie Davis Blvd, Jonesboro, LA
Avg 75° / 50°
Nov
1–29
Sun–Sun
Running
Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 - Jackson Parish, LA
21 miles awayJonesboro Hodge High School (Practice Field), Jonesboro, LA
Avg 72° / 47°
Nov
28
Sat
Running
QHS 2nd Annual Ugly Christmas Sweater 5K
22 miles away500 E Court St, Jonesboro, LA
5K
Avg 63° / 40°
Nov
7
Sat
Running
Ainsley's Angels 11th Annual Rollin On The River 5K
28 miles away501 Mane St, West Monroe, LA
5K
Avg 71° / 45°·101 ft city elevation
Nov
14
Sat
Running
End the Stigma..
28 miles away703 S Riverfront Str, West Monroe, LA
Avg 68° / 43°·101 ft city elevation
Nov
26
Thu
Running
Wild Turkey 3 Miler
28 miles awayMane Street, West Monroe, LA
5K
Avg 64° / 40°·101 ft city elevation
Jan
9
Sat
Running
Wellness Resolution Run
29 miles away102 Thomas Rd, West Monroe, LA
5K · 10K
Avg 57° / 37°·101 ft city elevation
Dec
12
Sat
Running
Monroe Alumnae's Annual Red Reindeer 5K Fun Run/Walk
30 miles away2401 Sycamore Street, Monroe, LA
5K
Avg 60° / 39°·75 ft city elevation
Oct
24
Sat
Running
Love Like Olivia 10K/5K
31 miles away3801 Chauvin Ln, Monroe, LA
1 Mile · 5K · 10K
Avg 76° / 51°·75 ft city elevation
Oct
29
Thu
Running
Fright Night 5k
31 miles away506 N. 2nd Street, Monroe, LA
5K
Avg 75° / 48°·75 ft city elevation

Frequently Asked Questions

How many races are in Ruston, Louisiana?
Endurance Grid's Race Calendar lists 7 upcoming races in Ruston, Louisiana, spanning 2 sports.
What kinds of races are held in Ruston?
Ruston hosts running and trail running races.
Is there a race season in Ruston?
Races in Ruston run throughout the year rather than in a single fixed season. Of the upcoming races on Endurance Grid's Race Calendar, the most are in October and November.
What race distances can you find in Ruston?
Upcoming races in Ruston cover distances including 1 Mile, 5K, 8K / 5 Mile, and 15K.
What other cities near Ruston have races?
Nearby race cities include Monroe.