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The Louisiana Marathon

Sat January 17 - Sun January 18, 2026 Baton Rouge, LA 70802 US Directions

Events

6 Hour Time Limit (13:45/mile pace)

Full Marathon

$170 $85 01/18 7:00AM CST - 1:00PM CST Price increases after May 12, 2025 at 11:59pm CDT
4 Hour Time Limit (18:20/mile pace)

Half Marathon

$160 $70 01/18 7:00AM CST - 1:00PM CST Price increases after May 12, 2025 at 11:59pm CDT
2.25 Hour Time Limit (20:30/mile pace)

Window World Louisiana Quarter Marathon

$70 $40 01/17 8:00AM CST - 11:00AM CST Price increases after June 30, 2025 at 11:59pm CDT
2.25 Hour Time Limit (43:30/mile pace)

Window World Louisiana Marathon 5K

$45 $25 01/17 8:00AM CST - 11:00AM CST Price increases after August 18, 2025 at 11:59pm CDT
30 Minute Time Limit

Louisiana Blue Kid's Marathon

$25 $20 01/17 10:15AM CST - 11:00AM CST Price increases after November 24, 2025 at 11:59pm CST
Open to ages 2 - 12.

Birth Center of Baton Rouge Diaper Dash

$10 01/17 2:00PM CST - 3:00PM CST Registration Opens October 9, 2025 at 11:35am CDT
Open to ages 2 and under.

Place

660 N 4th Street
Baton Rouge, LA US 70802

Description

Start Starting: Celebrate 15 Years of Louisiana Spirit!

 

For 15 years, the Louisiana Marathon has been more than just a race; it's a vibrant, culturally rich festival that embodies the spirit of Louisiana. We've always believed that every journey starts with a single step, and for our 15th anniversary, we invite you to "Start Starting" your own memorable experience.

Just like Louisiana's legendary festivals, we celebrate the incredible food, music, and dancing that make our state unique. The Louisiana Marathon adds the thrill of running to this mix, creating an unforgettable weekend. Join us for a fast, flat, and fun racecourse, followed by a true Louisiana Festival featuring local musicians, cold beer, and the best Southern cuisine.

Established in 2012, our mission remains twofold: to inspire our community to embrace an active lifestyle and to create a premier winter road race known for its unique blend of running and Louisiana culture. Held annually on Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend in Baton Rouge, our multi-race format offers something for everyone: Marathon (26.2 miles), Half Marathon (13.1 miles), Window World Louisiana Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) & 5K (3.1 miles), and the Louisiana Blue Kid's Marathon (1 mile).

Experience the picturesque roadways of Baton Rouge, from downtown to the University Lakes, the LSU campus, and historic neighborhoods, cheered on by enthusiastic friends, family, and spectators. This 15th anniversary is a celebration of "lagniappe" – that little something extra that makes Louisiana special. Come "Start Starting" your journey with us!

 

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