⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (August 15, 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 Liberty Ruck & 5K takes place in Ruston, Lincoln Parish, with a 5K (3.1 miles) run and a 1.7-mile ruck.
Both events start at 8:00 a.m. on August 15, 2027. The event features food trucks and live music, and proceeds benefit the annual Veterans Day program and a veterans nonprofit. Awards go to the top finishers in each age group.
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Races nearby
Other upcoming races around Ruston.
Heritage Classical Academy 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Mar 6, 2027 · Ruston, LA · 0 mi away
1 mi · 3.1 mi
Breacher 5K
Sep 18, 2027 · Ruston, LA · 1 mi away
3.1 mi · 1 mi
College of Applied & Natural Sciences: Run for Research
Oct 24, 2026 · Ruston, LA · 1 mi away
3.1 mi
Ruston Rudolph Run
Dec 17, 2026 · Ruston, LA · 1 mi away
3.1 mi
The Old School 5/10/20 mile @ Lincoln Parish Park
Mar 20, 2027 · Ruston, LA · 5 mi away
5 mi · 10 mi · 20 mi
Not Ya Mama's 5K
Oct 24, 2026 · Calhoun, LA · 16 mi away
3.1 mi