Registration for the Shield of Kindness 5K & Fun Run costs between $10 and $25, making it an affordable option for runners in the Shreveport area. The event takes place on August 22, 2026, at 9630 Smitherman in Shreveport, Louisiana, with a typical start time of 7:40 AM. The race offers a 1-mile distance, providing an accessible option for runners of varying fitness levels. The early morning start is ideal for beating the summer heat typical of Louisiana in late August.
From the Race Organizer
Join us for the Shield of Kindness 5K & Kids Fun Run and Community Swim! Every step helps support anti-bullying awareness and promotes a culture of kindness, courage, and respect for children and families throughout our community. Protecting Hearts. Promoting Kindness. Mission: Bringing our community together to stand against bullying and promote kindness, inclusion, respect, and courage Presented by the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office & Sportspectrum Date: August 22, 2026 Entry Fees: 1-mile Fun Run/Walk - $10-T-shirt included 5K - $25-T-shirt and 1 arm band to swim included 8:00-Shield of Kindness community swim at Town South Swim Club Sleep in supporter - $20-includes a T-shirt and sponsors a Fun Runner for the swim Start Times: 7:40 a.m.: 1-mile Fun Run/Walk 8:00 a.m.: 5K Run begins 8:00-Shield of Kindness community swim at Town South Swim Club Sleep in supporter ($20-includes a T-shirt and sponsors a Fun Runner for the swim) Location: Town South Swim Club, 9630 Smitherman, Shreveport, Louisiana 71115 T-Shirts & Packet Pick-Up: Every participant who registers prior to Monday August 10th will receive a specially designed performance T-Shirt with their race packet. Packet pick-up will be at Sportspectrum, 6970 Fern Avenue, Shreveport Thursday August 20th from 12:00-6:00 PM Friday August 21st from 10 AM-5:30 PM. Race Day packets will also be available at the race site at 7:00 a.m., the day of the race. Sleep-In Supporter: Do you want to be a donor to this worthy cause but you ‘re unable to attend or would rather sleep late? Sign up as a Sleep-In Supporter and you will receive the T-Shirt without getting out of bed the morning of the race. Note: you still must follow the same packet pick-up instructions as the runners. Awards: Awards will be presented for 5K participants as follows. Overall male and female winners. 1st place male & female in each age group category will receive a medal. Age group categories: 10 & under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+. Kids run will have a prize for the 1st, 2nd & 3rd overall boy and girl.
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Race Travel Insurance
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When is The Shield of Kindness 5k & Fun Run 2026 — Shreveport, LA?
The Shield of Kindness 5k & Fun Run 2026 — Shreveport, LA takes place on August 22, 2026. The race is held in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Where is The Shield of Kindness 5k & Fun Run 2026 — Shreveport, LA held?
The Shield of Kindness 5k & Fun Run 2026 — Shreveport, LA is held at 9630 Smitherman in Shreveport, Louisiana.
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