Corporate Classic 5K 2026 — New Orleans, LA

Date
October 24, 2026
Location
New Orleans, LA
Venue
New Orleans City Park's Practice Track
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
7:07 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $50.00
Events
Corporate Classic Registration, Kids Play Zone Reservation - NOT Race Registration
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Crescent City Classic and YMCA of Greater New Orleans are teaming up again to produce the Corporate Classic. The 3.1-mile race event will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 8:00AM in City Park. The start line will be located in City Park near the Children's Museum (15 Henry Thomas Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124). You can participate as an individual or on a team. THE ONLY 5K QUALIFIER FOR THE CCC10K ON march 27, 2027: The Corporate Classic 5K serves as the ONLY 5K qualifier for the Crescent City Classic 10k. In order to qualify for a seeded position in the Crescent City Classic 10k, participants must run the Corporate Classic in under 27:00 minutes. WHO BENEFITS FROM THIS EVENT: All donations will benefit the YMCA Adult Literacy Program. WHAT DO I RECEIVE WITH MY REGISTRATION: Each individual and team participant will receive a Corporate Classic t-shirt, bib with timing chip, and finisher's medal. TEAM INFORMATION: Invite friends or co-workers to form a team. The top 6 fastest times of your team will be used to calculate results. CORPORATE TEAMS: Support the YMCA Adult Literacy program and represent your company by joining with fellow employees in teams to compete in Division I (companies with over 500 employees), Division II (companies with 100-500 employees), Division III (companies with up to 100 employees). OPEN DIVISION TEAMS: Join with friends, family, or running partners to field a team and compete in the Open Division.

Course & Travel Notes

The Corporate Classic 5K takes place at just 10 feet of elevation in New Orleans, so you won't need to adjust your pacing for altitude. With sunrise at 7:08 AM and the race starting at 8:00 AM, you'll have good daylight from the gun. Expect typical late October weather with highs around 81°F and lows near 63°F, though be prepared for a chance of rain as about 21% of days see measurable precipitation this time of year. Lakefront Airport (NEW) is conveniently located just 6.5 miles from the venue.

⛰️ 10 ft elevation☀️ Typically 81°F / 63°F · 21% chance of rain✈️ Lakefront Airport (NEW) — 6.5 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Corporate Classic 5K 2026 — New Orleans, LA?

Corporate Classic 5K 2026 — New Orleans, LA takes place on October 24, 2026. The race is held in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Where is Corporate Classic 5K 2026 — New Orleans, LA held?

Corporate Classic 5K 2026 — New Orleans, LA is held at New Orleans City Park's Practice Track in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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