Start your Cajun Festival celebration with some miles and smiles! The Run the Roux 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run takes place the morning of the festival and features a fun, festive route through the heart of Vinton. Whether you’re chasing a PR or enjoying a relaxed walk with friends, this event brings together fitness, family, and Cajun pride.
Finish your run and head straight into the festival for great food, live music, and a full day of activities!
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$25.00
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 1.6K
Type — Running
09:00
$15.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Vinton.
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Vinton is a town in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States. The population was 3,400 in 2020. It is part of the Lake Charles metropolitan statistical area.
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