Ron Smith Memorial Run The Runway 5K Run and Fun Walk

Running1 Mile5 km5 kmOpen
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Registration closes Nov 12
Helix Aviation Academy, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
Open in Google Maps
Organizer

About the race

ExxonMobil YMCA presents the Ron Smith Memorial Run The Runway, a 5K run and 1 mile fun run/walk held on a runway at Baton Rouge Metro Airport. Parking and registration are at Helix Aviation Academy, 4400 Airpark Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA US 70807.

The 1 mile race begins at 8 AM and the 5K starts at 8:30 AM. A community after party begins at 9 AM with food, drinks, music and inflatables for kids.

Ron Smith is the former executive director of the ExxonMobil YMCA and a beloved leader who played a key role in shaping this race. All race proceeds benefit the YMCA's programs for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Courses & distances

1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

Distance: 1 Mile
Starts: Sat, Nov 21 · 8:00 AM

5K Run

Distance: 3.1 Miles
Starts: Sat, Nov 21 · 8:30 AM

Ainsley's Angels Rider Athlete

Distance: 3.1 Miles
Starts: Sat, Nov 21 · 8:30 AM

Race information

Children

We want all family members to be able to participate in the race. Children aged 12 and under register for free, but they must be registered to run in the race.

Late sign-up

  • Runners who sign up after Nov 11 will not be guaranteed a t-shirt or medal.

Location

Baton Rouge Metro Airport

Parking and start of race: Helix Aviation Academy

The course

1 Mile5 km5 km

Location

Know from the athletes

☆☆☆☆☆
No reviews yet
Write a review
Nov 21, 2026
Ron Smith Memorial Run The Runway 5K Run and Fun Walk
Free
Go to Event Website

Similar races

Same sport or same city — athletes who looked at this one also looked at these.