Welcome to our 5th Annual Footprints Forever 5K & 1-Mile Race! This race benefits Maddie’s Footprints Greater Baton Rouge, supporting families who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or the loss of a child under one year of age. About Maddie’s Footprints Founded in 2010 in memory of Madeline Noelle McGrew, Maddie’s Footprints provides emotional and financial support to families during unimaginable loss. Read about Maddie's Story Here 3,500+ families served across 19 parishes $2M+ in financial assistance provided to families, NO ONE has ever been turned away. 17 years supporting families in Acadiana and 5 years supporting families in Greater Baton Rouge Event Details Date: October 24, 2026 Time: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM Location: Pointe Marie (14200 River Road) Parking: L’Auberge Casino lot (River Road, not the garage) Race Info Timing Company: FreshJunkie Virtual option available if you can’t attend in person $10 wristband for non-running children (games & activities) Awards (2026) Top
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Footprints Forever 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run 2026 — Baton Rouge, LA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 24.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Baton Rouge, LA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
