Great 5K and Paddlefest
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (October 3, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Great 5K and Paddlefest is an outdoor sports and community event in Shreveport, Louisiana, benefiting the GREAT program of The Arc Caddo-Bossier. The 5K (3.1 miles) is set for the morning of October 2, 2027, starting at 8:30 a.m.
Alongside the run, the program includes a 2-mile paddle by kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard, as well as performances and a post-race party with music, food and drinks.
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