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Father's Day Run & Walk

Sun, Jun 21, 2026, 8:30 AM CDT

Location
New Orleans, LA
6555 Magazine St. Shelter #10, 70118
Type
RACE_WALK

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At a glance

A festive Father's Day run or walk in scenic Audubon Park, offering team awards and supporting a local scholarship fund.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Celebrate Father's Day with a memorable run or walk at the Richard Newcomb Memorial Father's Day Race in New Orleans. Held at scenic Audubon Park, this event offers a 2-mile and half-mile course on a beautiful path, perfect for enjoying time with family. You can even sign up as a team with your dad or grandpa to compete for special awards. After crossing the finish line, enjoy music, food, and refreshments. Participation also supports the New Orleans Track Club Scholarship Fund, adding a meaningful layer to your celebration.

What to expect

  • Enjoy a 2-mile or half-mile course on Audubon Park's scenic path.
  • Compete for special awards as a team with family.
  • Celebrate post-race with music, food, and refreshments.

Standout details

  • Father's Day celebration
  • Scenic Audubon Park course
  • Team competition for awards
  • Supports Scholarship Fund

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Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 0.5 Miles

    Sun, Jun 21, 8:10 AM CDT · From $16.90

    Opens Dec 29, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jan 6, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

  • 2 Miles

    Sun, Jun 21, 8:30 AM CDT · From $27.50

    Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 AM CST · Closes Jan 6, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

  • 2 Miles

    Sun, Jun 21, 8:30 AM CDT · From $54.00

    Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 AM CST · Closes Jan 6, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

+ 1 more option
  • 5K

    Sun, Jun 21, 8:30 AM CDT · From $0.00

    Opens Feb 11, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jun 21, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

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The course

From the organizer

Join us for a fun and healthy way to celebrate Father's Day with your Dad or Grandpa at the Richard Newcomb Memorial Father's Day Race on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Audubon Park!

This historic race features a 2-mile and a half-mile course that follows the scenic Audubon Park running and walking path. You can also sign up as a team with your dad or grandpa and compete for special awards! Confirm your team members on race morning at the " Team Sign Up " table.

After the race, enjoy some music, food, and refreshments, and celebrate your achievements with your family and friends. Don't miss this opportunity to show your love and appreciation for your father figures and support the New Orleans Track Club Scholarship Fund. Register today at and get ready for a memorable Father's Day!

Race day registration and Packet Pickup WILL be available starting at 7:00 AM located underneath Shelter #10 next to the Newman Bandshell. Those who register on race day will not be guaranteed a commentative race shirt and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

7:00 am - Packet Pickup Opens 7:45 am - Registration Closes 8:05 am - Half-Mile Start 8:30 am - 2-Mile Start 9:30 am - Award Ceremony (subject to change) The Richard Newcomb Memorial Father's Day Race is open to all runners and walkers of all speeds, New Orleans Track Club members and nonmembers alike.

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