Father's Day Run & Walk

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Date 20 Jun, 2027
Races 4 distances
Entry fee $15.00 – $50.00
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Father's Day Run & Walk

About the event

Join us for a fun and healthy way to celebrate Father's Day with your Dad or Grandpa at the Richard Newcomb Memorial Father's Day Race on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Audubon Park! 

This historic race features a 2-mile and a half-mile course that follows the scenic Audubon Park running and walking path. You can also sign up as a team with your dad or grandpa and compete for special awards! Confirm your team members on race morning at the "Team Sign Up" table. 

After the race, enjoy some music, food, and refreshments, and celebrate your achievements with your family and friends. Don't miss this opportunity to show your love and appreciation for your father figures and support the New Orleans Track Club Scholarship Fund. Register today at and get ready for a memorable Father's Day! 

Race day registration and Packet Pickup WILL be available starting at 7:00 AM located underneath Shelter #10 next to the Newman Bandshell. Those who register on race day will not be guaranteed a commentative race shirt and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • 7:00 am - Packet Pickup Opens
  • 7:45 am - Registration Closes
  • 8:05 am - Half-Mile Start
  • 8:30 am - 2-Mile Start
  • 9:30 am - Award Ceremony (subject to change)

The Richard Newcomb Memorial Father's Day Race is open to all runners and walkers of all speeds, New Orleans Track Club members and nonmembers alike.

Races offered

20Jun

1/2 Mile Kids Run

Running

Distance
0.8K
Start time
08:10
Entry fee
$15.00
20Jun

2-Mile Run

Running

Distance
3.2K
Start time
08:30
Entry fee
$25.00
20Jun

2-Mile Run - NOTC Family Memberships

Running

Distance
3.2K
Start time
08:30
Entry fee
$50.00
20Jun

Racewalkers

Running

Distance
5K
Start time
08:30
Entry fee
$0.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for June in New Orleans.

Temperature24.7° / 31.5°
Feels like27.8° / 34.5°
Sunshine hours12h 9m
Rainfall4.1 mm
Snowfall—
Wind9.9 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity76.8%
Max UV indexVery High (9.6)
Sweat lossVery high
Course conditionsHard and dry surface
Sunrise05:59
Sunset20:01

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