FEBRUARY 28, 2026
Join us down in da Bayou for the 37th Annual Run on the Bayou benefiting the Westwego Beautification Commission and Bayou Segnette State Park! There is a 5k & 10K distance, and a FREE half-mile Kids Dash for those 12 & under
Register
All Participants will receive a chip-timed race, a Long Sleeve poly-cotton t-shirt, a custom finisher medal, and post-race refreshments!
Participants of the Kids Dash will not receive a t-shirt, but they are available to purchase during registration.
Location
Bayou Segnette State Park
7777 Westbank Expressway,
Westwego, La. 70094
Entrance is at intersection of Westbank Expressway and DRAKE Avenue
Entrance is NOT at Segnette Blvd.
Race site inside park is at the Wave Pool complex.
Plenty of Free parking at the large Wave Pool parking lot
Entry Fees
Discounted Entry for 5K & 10K for Youth (0-14) and Seniors (65 & up)
Kids Half Mile Dash - FREE (12 & under) *Kids Dash does not include T-shirt, but are available to purchase during registration
VIRTUAL Entry division - 5K & 10K : $40.00
Virtual entrants will receive T-shirt, Bib, and Medallion by mail. If you are local, and prefer pickup please let us know.
Packet Pick Up
Pre-Race Day packet pickup will be held on Thursday, Feb 26th 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hosted by
Dynamic Physical Therapy
1340 Westbank Expressway, Westwego, La. 70094
Awards
5k & 10k Divisions:
Overall Male and Female.
1st Male & Female Age Groups:
19-under, 20-29, 30-39,40-49,50-59 60-69 70-79, 80-over
Race Walkers 5K & 10K:
1st and 2nd Overall male and female * If competing in the official race walker division please check in after bib pickup at the Race Walker scoring eligibility table.
Schedule
7:00AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup opens
8:15AM - Start of Kid's 1/2 Mile
8:30AM - Start of 5K Run Walk and 10K Run/Walk
10:00AM - Awards Ceremony
**Registration will shut down promptly at 8:15AM for all distances**
COURSE MAPS
The course is located inside the State Park on well maintained, all paved roads. USATF- RRTC Certified 5K and 10K Courses. Crescent City Classic 10K Seeding Qualifier event
Event is CHIP TIMED. Timing chip is attached to back side of your race number bib. Please wear bib on front only and visible to finish line officials. Do not bend the bib or timing chip please. Results posted on our website and on the registration page (RaceRoster.com). Photo's posted soon after race day on our Facebook page (Lazy Hound Racing )
Event Participants Safety Notices
Lazy Hound Racing strongly suggests to NOT use any headphones, ear gear or similar devices that limit ones ability to hear important event instructions.
* Please be respectful of other runners/walkers on the course.
Please use trash cans located nearby each course water station. If discarding clothing on course , please place at one of the water stations.
We LOVE Dogs! BUT running or walking with dogs is not recommended. If you do bring your dog please start in the back of the pack, and keep your pet on a short leash as to not "clothesline" another runner.