Al Briede Gold Cup 2026 — New Orleans, LA

Date
September 13, 2026
Location
New Orleans, LA
Venue
Historic Metairie Cemetery
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $70.00
Events
5K, 5K - NOTC Family, 1/2 - Mile, Racewalker
Includes
Race Shirt
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The Al Briede Gold Cup starts at 8:00 AM, giving you time to settle into your hotel and handle logistics the night before. Held in New Orleans at the Historic Metairie Cemetery, this event offers both running and race walk divisions across a 5-mile and 5K distance. Entry fees range from free to $70, depending on registration options. If you're traveling for the September race, plan your accommodation within reasonable driving distance of the venue to make that early start manageable without excessive pre-dawn travel.

From the Race Organizer
Celebrate a Legend Join us on Sunday, September 13, 2026, for the 59th Annual Al Briede Gold Cup, a 5K and Half Mile race that honors the memory of a legendary New Orleans athlete and community leader. The race will be held at the historic Metairie Cemetery, one of the largest and most beautiful cemeteries in the city. Proceeds from the race benefit the Al Briede Gold Cup Foundation, which provides scholarships to local high school students and supports the New Orleans Track Club. Participants who register on race day are not guaranteed a race giveaway. Event Day Schedule: 7:00 AM - Packet Pickup & Race Day Registration Opens 8:00 AM - 1/2 - Mile Event Begins 8:30 AM - 5K Event Begins Features: 5K and Half Mile races Historic Metairie Cemetery course Proceeds benefit the Al Briede Gold Cup Foundation Early registration discounts Blue Runner Red Beans Beer Refreshments Benefits: Get some exercise Enjoy the beautiful fall weather in New Orleans Support a worthy cause Register today and join us for this historic event! The Al Briede Gold Cup is open to all runners and walkers of all speeds and abilities, NOTC members and nonmembers alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Al Briede Gold Cup 2026 — New Orleans, LA?

Al Briede Gold Cup 2026 — New Orleans, LA takes place on September 13, 2026. The race is held in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Where is Al Briede Gold Cup 2026 — New Orleans, LA held?

Al Briede Gold Cup 2026 — New Orleans, LA is held at Historic Metairie Cemetery in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Where can I find hotels near Al Briede Gold Cup 2026 — New Orleans, LA?

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