Washington Parish Fair 5K Saturday, October 24, 2026 Get ready to lace up your running shoes for one of Washington Parish's favorite traditions! Join us for the annual Washington Parish Fair 5K and experience the excitement of racing through the streets of Franklinton before making your way through the heart of the Washington Parish Free Fairgrounds. This year's course will start and finish near the Fair Stage, giving runners a true fair atmosphere from beginning to end. NEW THIS YEAR: Thanks to Washington Parish Tourism, the race will be a chip-timed event, providing official, accurate race results for every participant. The race is limited to 300 runners and walkers, so don't wait to register! We can't wait to see you at the starting line for another unforgettable morning of running, community, and Washington Parish Fair tradition! Packet Pickup We are working to offer a Bib and T-Shirt Pickup before the fair begins to help make race morning even smoother. Follow the Facebook event page for the latest updates and pickup details. RACE LOCATION: Washington Parish Fairgrounds, Franklinton, LA near the main stage Race Day Schedule: 7:00 AM: Race Day Packet Pickup Begins 7:30 AM: Race Starts (earlier this year to ensure the race is completed before prayer on the Main Stage) Entry Fees: $40 through October 1, 2026 (includes race T-shirt*) $55 from October 2 through October 23, 2026 (includes race T-shirt*) No race day registration will be available. *To be guaranteed a race T-shirt, registration and payment must be received by Friday, October 16, 2026 . Awards: Medals will be presented to the 1st and 2nd place male and female finishers in each of the following divisions: Overall Male Overall Female 10 & Under 11 to 14 15 to 19 20 to 29 30 to 39 40 to 49 50 to 59 60 to 69 70 & Over Registration Policy: Washington Parish Fair 5K registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Once your registration has been received and accepted, no refunds will be issued if you are unable to participate for any reason. Race entries may not be transferred, sold, or assigned to another participant, and registrations cannot be deferred or transferred to a future event. In the event the Washington Parish Fair 5K is postponed, canceled, or modified by the event organizers or due to circumstances beyond the organizers' control, including but not limited to severe weather, natural disasters, public health concerns, or directives from local, state, or federal authorities, all registration fees will remain non-refundable. Race Director Ellen Burford Email: esburford@gmail.com
Course & Travel Notes
The Washington Parish Fair 5K takes place in Franklinton on October 24, 2026, with an early 7:30 AM start that'll have you running just after sunrise at 7:09 AM. You'll be racing at a modest elevation of 154 feet, so no altitude concerns to worry about. Expect typical early fall Louisiana weather with highs around 80°F and lows near 55°F, though there's about a one-in-five chance of rain that day. If you're flying in, McComb-Pike County Airport is your closest option at roughly 30 miles away.
⛰️ 154 ft elevation☀️ Typically 80°F / 55°F · 22% chance of rain✈️ McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field (MCB) — 29.7 mi
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When is Washington Parish Fair 5K 2026 — Franklinton, LA?
Washington Parish Fair 5K 2026 — Franklinton, LA takes place on October 24, 2026. The race is held in Franklinton, Louisiana.
Where is Washington Parish Fair 5K 2026 — Franklinton, LA held?
Washington Parish Fair 5K 2026 — Franklinton, LA is held at Washington Parish Fairgrounds in Franklinton, Louisiana.
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