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A Run/Walk through History 5K or 1K

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calendar_today 19 Apr, 2026

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About the Event

Step into a living museum at A Run/Walk through History 5K or 1K on Sunday, April 19, 2026. This unique event, the largest of its kind held entirely within a cemetery, invites you to traverse the beautiful and historic grounds of Metairie Cemetery in New Orleans starting at 8:15 AM. Your participation directly supports the vital preservation work of Save Our Cemeteries, helping protect these irreplaceable cultural landmarks.

Choose the USATF-certified 5K route or a family-friendly 1K to explore ornate tombs and grand oak alleys at your own pace. With commemorative shirts, finisher medallions, and authentic local refreshments, this is far more than a race—it's a moving journey through time. Register early to secure your spot in a one-of-a-kind event that celebrates fitness, heritage, and community stewardship.

Races Offered

1 km ( Open Division )

Apr 19, 2026

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Distance — 1km

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08:15

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$34.19

1 km ( Senior Division )

Apr 19, 2026

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Distance — 1km

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08:15

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$28.82

1 km ( Youth Division )

Apr 19, 2026

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Distance — 1km

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08:15

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$23.46

5 km ( Open Division )

Apr 19, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:15

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$34.19

5 km ( Senior Division )

Apr 19, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:15

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$28.82

5 km ( Youth Division )

Apr 19, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:15

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$23.46

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in New Orleans.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 18.4° / 25.7°
wb_sunny 17.8° / 25.2°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 14.7 /
water_drop 73.5%

About New Orleans

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Way down yonder in New Orleans, you'll find the roots of jazz and a blossoming culture that is unlike anything else on Earth. Here, the laid-back atmosphere of the riverfront South has mixed with French sophistication, Spanish style, and African-American energy to create something greater than the sum of its parts. "NOLA" is the largest city in Louisiana and one of the top tourist destinations in the United States.

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