A RUNNING FESTIVAL WITH LAGNIAPPE
 The Louisiana Marathon is so much more than a run, it&#39;s a culturally rich festival that celebrates both running and the unique, festive culture that defines the state.
Louisiana is well known for its festivals, where we celebrate the incredible food, music, and dancing that surrounds us. The Louisiana Marathon adds running to that mix for a truly unforgettable weekend. Come run a fast, flat, and fun racecourse, and then enjoy a true Louisiana Festival featuring local musicians, cold beer, and some of the best southern cuisine around. 
The Louisiana Marathon was established in 2012 with a two-fold mission. The first was to encourage our community to embrace a more active lifestyle and help us become a healthier, fitter state. The second was to be a major racing event on the winter road racing calendar known as a unique running festival that celebrates passion for the sport of running, combined with Louisiana culture.
Each Rendezvous running festival is scheduled for Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend which takes place in Louisiana’s capitol city, Baton Rouge. As a multi-race format there’s a race for everyone: Marathon (26.2 miles), Half Marathon (13.1 miles), Louisiana Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles), Louisiana Marathon 5K (3.1 miles) and a Louisiana Blue Kid&#39;s Marathon (1 mile).
Friends, family, and curious spectators line up along miles of picturesque roadways, filled with inspiring Louisiana sights and sounds to cheer on runners. The Louisiana Marathon course takes runners from downtown Baton Rouge through the University Lakes, the Louisiana State University campus, and through historic river town neighborhoods.
It’s so much more than a race. Come see what lagniappe is all about.

The Louisiana Marathon

Post-Race Review/ Results

Colin McCatharn won the 2024 Louisiana Marathon in 2:34:15 while Stephanie McNabb won the women's race in 2:58:36.

Home-state runners sweep Louisiana Marathon's top placings

The 2024 Louisiana Marathon was successfully held on Sunday, January 14, despite the cold weather.

More than 1,000 runners participate in 2024 La. Marathon

Pre-Race Review/ Lineup

The 2024 Louisiana Marathon will be held this Sunday, January 14.

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results