Blessing on the Bayou 5K

Benefits:    

Saint Margaret Parish

Location:    

Saint Margaret Catholic Church, 13790 South Wintzell Ave, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509 

Distance:    

The 5K will start near the draw bridge, run through the southern portion of the city of Bayou La Batre, and finish at St. Margaret’s church.

Registration:

Register by mail (entries should be postmarked by April 26), drop off at McCoy Outdoor, Run-N-Tri, or Fleet Feet in Mobile, or online at runsignup.com until 6 AM May 2.  Race day registration and packet pick-up will be available at St. Margaret’s Church starting at 6:30 AM.  Race fees will increase by $5 on race day

Awards:    

Top male and top female finishers, top three male and female finishers in each age group: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, and 75-99.  *Winners must pick up their awards on race day.

Shirts:    

Registered runners will receive a cotton race shirt.  To guarantee a shirt on race day, you must submit your application and fees no later than April 21.  Shirts will not be reordered after the race.  

Join fellow runners on May 2, 2026 for the Blessing on the Bayou 5K. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Bayou La Batre.