The Big Run 5k
About this race
Celebrate Global Running Day at The Big Run 5K!
Global Running Day is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a worldwide celebration of the sport that brings us together. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or someone just looking to cross their first 5K finish line, The Big Run is your chance to join a global movement right here in our community.
NEW FOR 2026: Chip Timing!
You asked, we listened! We are thrilled to announce that The Big Run will be chip-timed this year. Whether you're chasing a new Personal Record or just want to see your official progress, you'll receive an accurate "net" time from the moment you cross the start line to the moment you hit the finish.
Early Packet Pickup
Skip the race-day lines and grab your gear early! Come say hi to the team, check out the latest gear, and get race-ready.
Date: Monday, June 1, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Fleet Feet 3020 Severn Avenue, Metairie, LA
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 (Global Running Day!)
Location: Bonnabel Boat Launch - 1599 Bonnabel Blvd
Distance: 5K (3.1 miles) – Open to all levels!
Start Time: 6:30 PM
Why Join The Big Run?
We run to get moving, we run to feel good, and we run to celebrate the miles we’ve conquered. When you sign up for The Big Run, you aren’t just getting a race bib—you’re getting a high-energy experience designed to fuel your passion for fitness.
What’s included with your registration:
The Swag: An exclusive 2026 "The Big Run" custom finisher's medal.
The Vibes: Music, local vendors, and a post-race celebration with Coca-Cola refreshments, Terrytown Cafe donuts, pizza, beer and more.
The Community: Connect with local running clubs and meet new training partners.
An exclusive 2026 technical tee’s are available for purchase.
Ready to lace up?
Let’s show the world how our community moves. Grab your shoes, invite a friend, and let’s make some noise for Global Running Day!
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Running
The Big Run 5k
This event is an untimed 5k, so there will be no packet pick up. Just show up and show out! Come a bit early to bop around to each of the run club tables and check out what each one is all about! Participants will receive a goodie bag with registration, while supplies last. This can be picked up before or after the run at SingleSpeed, beginning at 5:00 PM. In the spirit of Global Running Day, we suggest running, walking, or biking to SingleSpeed! If you're driving, grab 4 of your friends to save space in the parking lot for others. Parking is also available on Scott Ave. bridge and the grassy lot across from SingleSpeed. If you park in the parking ramp at Fleet Feet, we will get you a validation ticket at SingleSpeed (This is about a 0.8 mi walk from SingleSpeed.). We can't wait to party with you!
Typical race-day weather
Based on 5 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Des Moines, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 5:42 AM and sets at 8:42 PM local time (CDT) in Des Moines on June 2, 2027 — 15h 00m of daylight.
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 67 Des Moines events
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