
Breacher 5k
Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
A community-focused 5k and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run in Ruston, featuring an out-and-back course and awards for top finishers.
- Fun
- Competitive
Great for
- Family Friendly
- Military & First Responders
Join the Breacher 5k and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run in Ruston, LA, offering a welcoming experience for runners of all ages. The course follows an out-and-back route along South Monroe Street and through the Greenway Trail. Competitive runners can vie for overall and age group awards in the 5k, while younger participants in the 1 Mile Fun Run will receive a medal. For those unable to attend, a "Sleep in Supporter" option allows you to show your support.
From the organizer
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Kids 1 mile Run @ 8:00 a.m.
5k @ 8:30
Race Description: The Kids 1 mile Run and 5k run will start at the corner of South Monroe Street and West Georgia Avenue. It will be out and back route down South Monroe Street through the Greenway Trail and back.
Entry Fee: 5k Registration - $30 through Thursday, August 20th (includes T-shirt)
5k Late Registration -$35 (with no T-shirt) August 21st – Race Day.
Sleep in Supporter – If you cannot be there, but would like to show support, pricing is the same as 5k registration. (with no t-shirt or medal)
1 Mile Kids Fun Run: $15 registration until race day. All kids that participate in the fun run will receive a medal, but no T-shirt.
Race day registration starts at 7:00 a.m. at 395 North Monroe Street
Race Packet Pick-up:
· Thursday, September 17th, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. at Ruston Police Department (501 N Trenton Street)
· Friday, September 18th, 12 p.m. -6 p.m. at Ruston Police Department
· Race Day starts at 6:30 a.m. at the race site
Awards 5k: Awards will be presented to the first overall male and female.
Also the top three male and female finishers in the following age groups: 12 & Under, 13 -19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
1-mile Kids Fun Run: All kids that complete the fun run will receive a medal
If your child would like to race the 5k, please sign them up for the 5k and not the fun run.
Fun Run Runners do not qualify for age group awards.