Get ready to experience the uplifting spirit of the Girls on the Run 5K in Lafayette, LA, on May 3, 2026. This untimed, celebratory 5K event at Moncus Park welcomes runners, walkers, and rollers of all abilities to join in a day of joy and accomplishment. The course itself is designed to be accessible, allowing everyone to participate at their own happy pace. Participants frequently praise the race for its amazing atmosphere, describing it as a truly great experience.

More than just a race, the Girls on the Run 5K is the culminating celebration for young girls completing the Girls on the Run program, which fosters confidence, health, and a sense of belonging. The event embraces a non-competitive philosophy, emphasizing participation and personal achievement over speed. Runners can look forward to pre-5K festivities, including "Happy Hair" stations, inspirational bandanas, giveaways, vendor activities, and an energizing dance warm-up, all contributing to a uniquely vibrant and fun environment where dads in tutus and volunteers in capes are not uncommon sights.

As you cross the finish line at Moncus Park, you'll receive a custom Girls on the Run 5K medal and t-shirt, along with post-race jambalaya and fruit, making for a memorable celebratory experience. Aid stations with water will be available to support participants along the way. Typical race day conditions in early May for Lafayette, LA, feature comfortable highs around 83°F and lows around 64°F, with only a 13% chance of precipitation, providing pleasant weather for this inspiring 3.1-mile journey.