Mad Scientist Dash for Sci-Port 2026 — Shreveport, LA

All proceeds from this event benefit Sci-Port Discovery Center's interactive exhibits, educational programs and community outreach initiatives. Race Description: Easy out and back course on the Clyde Fant Parkway. Race will start at the corner of Lake Street in the south bound lane of the Clyde Fant Parkway. Fun Run & Costume Contest @ 6:15 p.m., Mascot Dash @ 6:30 p.m. - The Mascot Dash is not a timed event. 5K @ 6:45 p.m. Entry Fee: Fun Run $15 - Race day entry fee is $20 5K $25 - Race day entry fee is $30 (Groups of 4 or more will receive a $5.00 discount per registrant when signing up online and all at the same time) Lab-Coat Loungers Sleep-In Supporter $20 Registration: Every participant who registers by October 16th will receive an official Mad Scientist Dash T-shirt with their race packet. Registrations received after this date cannot be guaranteed a shirt. Packet pick up dates and times: Packet pick-up will take place at Sportspectrum, 6970 Fern Ave. Monday, October 26th from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Tuesday, October 27th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Race Day at the race site - Wednesday October 28th starting at 5:30 p.m. Lab-Coat Lounger Sleep-In Supporter: Want to support Sci-Port but not up for the 5K hustle? Sign up as a Lab-Coat Lounger! You’ll receive the official Mad Scientist Dash T-shirt and help Sci-Port’s mission to ignite curiosity—no running shoes required. Awards: Awards will be presented in overall male and female winners. 1st place male & female in each age group will receive an award. Age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.