September
Baton Rouge
Happy’s Running Club
What: A 5,000 meters or 3.1-mile run with drink and food specials after the run.
When: every Tuesday, rain or shine
Where: Happy’s Irish Pub on 136 3rd St.
How much: free for casual runners or $35 for an annual membership
More info: http://hrcbr2013.eventbrite.com/#
New Orleans
Tipitina’s Foundation Rhythm and Blues 5k Run
What: A 5k run benefitting the Tipitina’s Foundation, which aims to preserve Louisiana’s music culture. The run includes a costume contest and post-run festival including refreshments and live entertainment.
When: Saturday, Sept. 28 at 5 p.m.
Where: Tipitina’s Uptown, 501 Napoleon Ave.
How much: $25 for New Orleans Track Club members registered by Sept. 22 or
$30 for nonmembers registered by Sept. 22
More info at: http://www.runnotc.org/races/2013/rhythm.html
October
Baton Rouge
Zombie Bash 5k
What: A spooky-themed 5k run/walk to kick off the Halloween season. After the race, food and drinks are served as well as a large-scale street performance of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.”
When: FridayOct. 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Mud and Water, 174 South Blvd.
How much: $20
More info: http://www.ofmovingcolors.org/#!zombie-bash-2013/c1qhu
St. Francisville
Warrior Dash
What: A 3.31 mile obstacle course run, which consists of trenches, rope climbing and fire. The race also includes merchandise for participants and an after party.
When: Saturday, Oct. 12
Where: West Feliciania Parish Sports Park, 10226 West Feliciana Pkwy.
How much: $60-80
More info: http://warriordash.com/location/2013-warrior-dash-louisiana/
November
Baton Rouge
Oktoberfest
What: A 3 mile run through the Mockler Beverage distribution facility as well as a half mile kids’ fun run. Oktoberfest staples such as sausage and beer are served at the after party.
When: Saturday, Nov. 2 at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Mockler Beverage Company, 11811 Reiger Rd.
How much: $20 for a year membership to Club South Runners
More info: http://www.clubsouthrunners.net/Club_South/Race_Calendar.html
New Orleans
The Color Run
What: A 5k paint race, inspired by India’s Holi or the Festival of Colors. The race consists of throwing colored powder and ends with a “Finish Festival.”
When: Saturday, Nov. 16
Where: UNO Lakefront Arena, 6801 Franklin Ave.
How much: $45 for single runner, $40 for team runner
More info: http://thecolorrun.com/neworleans/#race_info
December
Baton Rouge
Gingerbread Jog
What: A 5k race and 1 mile fun run for adults, children and dogs. The event includes an ugly sweater contest, pictures with Santa and a gingerbread decorating competition.
When: Saturday, Dec. 14 at 8:30 a.m.
Where: City Park at the LSU Lakes, 1442 Dalrymple Dr.
How much: $20
More info: http://www.active.com/running/baton-rouge-la/gingerbread-jog-5k-race-1-mile-family-walk-and-dog-walk-2013
New Orleans
Running of the Santas
What: A 21 and up event, which include a half mile fun run and pub crawl. Running of the Santas includes a costume contest, drink specials and live music.
When: Saturday, Dec. 14 at 9 a.m.
Where: Begins at Barcadia, 601 Tchoupitoulas St.
How much: $15 for general admission or $25 for VIP admission
More info: http://runningofthesantas.com/new-orleans/