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Crescent City Classic
One of New Orleans' signature road races brings runners and spectators across the city.
Inside the event
Crescent City Classic 2027: New Orleans 10K guide
New Orleans’ Easter-weekend road-race tradition brings competitive runners and recreational participants into the same citywide celebration.
The 2027 race date
The organizer lists Saturday, March 27, 2027, for the next Crescent City Classic. The race distance is 10 kilometers, approximately 6.2 miles. Registration is handled through the official race website.
History and tradition
The Classic began with 902 entrants in 1979 and developed into a major New Orleans running event. Its identity mixes road racing with the city’s appetite for costumes and celebration.
Before you register
Check the current race instructions for entry options, bib pickup and the course. Use the 2027 information when preparing your trip; past-year race schedules can remain online after an event.
Planning your visit
This calendar lists the race’s downtown-to-City-Park setting, but the final start time and route instructions should come from your 2027 participant guide. Decide how you will reach the start and leave the finish area before race morning.
Event details
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Street closures affect the route early; verify start time and transportation plans.
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