Cajun Road Runners Triple Crown Challenge 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Lafayette, Louisiana
- Entry fee
- From $175
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cajun Road Runners Triple Crown Series | – | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $175 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $175 until Oct 10.
Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:05 AM, and the Cajun Road Runners Triple Crown Series starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 40 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
500 Girard Park Dr, Lafayette, LA 70503
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 63°F at dawn to 85°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 3% of days. Cold snaps dip to 56°F and hot years reach 89°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 500 Girard Park Dr, Lafayette, LA 70503Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 40 feet
- Included with entry
- Shirt (long or short) / Cool Weather Gear
- Distances
- See events
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026), 2025 (Oct 4, 2025), 2024 (Sep 28, 2024), 2023 (Sep 23, 2023), 2022 (Sep 24, 2022), 2021 (Sep 25, 2021)
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Quick answers
- When is Cajun Road Runners Triple Crown Challenge?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $175 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- See the event list above.
- Where does it start?
- 500 Girard Park Dr, Lafayette, LA 70503.
From the organizers
Cajun Road Runners Club Triple Crown Challenge
One registration. Three races. One epic medal.
The Cajun Road Runners Club Triple Crown Challenge is three times the racing fun! One registration gains you entry into all three CRRC races. No need to register for individual races, just sign up for the Challenge and you’re in for all three!
Races Included:
Courir à la Musique 8K at Festival Acadiens et Créoles — October 10, 2026
Cajun Cup 10K — November 14, 2026
Vermilion River Run 10 Miler — December 12, 2026
Complete all three races and you’ll receive:
All individual race gear from each event
A LIMITED EDITION Triple Crown medal and exclusive swag!