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Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Shreveport 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Start time
- 8:30 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Bossier City, Louisiana
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $42.50 on Oct 25, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $40$42.50 after Oct 25, 2026 | – |
| 10K-Active Duty | 10K | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $15 | – |
| 10K-Mail Me My Swag | 10K | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $55 | – |
| 10K-Veteran | 10K | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | Free | – |
| 5K | 5K | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $35$37.50 after Oct 25, 2026 | – |
| 5K-Active Duty | 5K | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $15 | – |
| 5K-Mail Me My Swag | 5K | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $50 | – |
| 5K-Veteran | 5K | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | Free | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $55$57.50 after Oct 25, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon-Active Duty | Half Marathon | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $15 | – |
| Half Marathon-Mail Me My Swag | Half Marathon | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $70 | – |
| Half Marathon-Veteran | Half Marathon | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | Free | – |
| Virtual 10KVirtual | 10K | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $38 | – |
| Virtual 5KVirtual | 5K | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $38 | – |
| Virtual Half MarathonVirtual | Half Marathon | Oct 31, 20268:30 AM | $38 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The 10K fee goes up to $42.50 on Oct 25, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K: $40 until Oct 25, then $42.50 until Oct 31, then $45 until Nov 1.
- 10K-Active Duty: $15 until Nov 1.
- 10K-Mail Me My Swag: $55 until Oct 19.
- 10K-Veteran: Free until Nov 1.
Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $55, entry is about 15 percent below a typical half marathon in Louisiana, which costs $65 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Bossier City runs 2:06:33, about 9:39 a mile, based on 4 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:19:15 and men in 2:01:45.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:30 AM, and the 10K starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 160 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
4832 Brookshire Arena Dr, Bossier City, LA 71112
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results (2 years)5K
42
finishers
34:58
median (11:15 /mi)
25:40
winning time
64% / 36%
women / men
Half Marathon
37
finishers
2:05:54
median (9:36 /mi)
1:29:47
winning time
46% / 54%
women / men
10K
20
finishers
1:01:31
median (9:54 /mi)
45:18
winning time
45% / 55%
women / men
Aggregated from official results (Five Star NTP) for Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Shreveport. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Shreveport?
At the 2025 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 28:02 or better, the top quarter in 31:51, and half the field in 34:58; the last tenth came in after 59:37.
At the 2025 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:48:30 or better, the top quarter in 1:55:17, and half the field in 2:05:54; the last tenth came in after 2:54:51.
At the 2025 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 52:42 or better, the top quarter in 53:49, and half the field in 1:01:31; the last tenth came in after 1:24:36.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 33:50 | n/a |
| 40-49 | 32:08 | n/a |
| 60-69 | 37:16 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Finishers by year
Down 7 percent since 2024.
107
2024
99
2025
All events combined, from official results.
Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Shreveport 5K year by year
From 2024 to 2025, the field went from 59 to 42 finishers, and the median time dropped from 36:44 to 34:58.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 42 (-29%) | 34:58 | under 28:02 | 25:40 |
| 2024 | 59 | 36:44 | under 27:11 | 23:06 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Louisiana 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2024 5K field finished under 31:25, against 28:43 in a typical Louisiana 5K, so times here run 9 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 31 the day usually runs from 58°F at dawn to 75°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 24% of days. Cold snaps dip to 44°F and hot years reach 86°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.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Shreveport cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Packet Pickup
We always do packet pickup on race morning starting one hour prior to the start of the race. If we have an early pickup available, it will be added here.
Course
Course & Timing
It's not completely flat, but it's no where near hilly so it safe to say FLAT & FAST!!! Besides that, you'll be so busy having fun, that you won't even notice. All Courses are out & backs! Click here for course page. Water Stations. We…
Shirt and medal
Awards and Goodies
Participants registered on or by Oct. 27th are guaranteed an awesome shirt! Limited quantity of finisher medals will be ordered. Great Custom award medals in all races as follows: Overall Veteran M/F (still eligible for Overall and…
Rules and FAQ
Event Courtesy Policy & Refund Policy
Our events are designed to be fun for the entire family. With that in mind; any competitor, spectator, parent, volunteer, or sponsor, exhibiting unsportsmanlike conduct or interfering with the positive, competitive atmosphere of the event…
The cause
Charity Partner
Five Star NTP is proud to have Team Red, White & Blue as the Charity Partner for the Salute to Veterans races across the country. Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) is America's health and wellness community for Veterans. We were founded by…
Race details
- Where
- 4832 Brookshire Arena Dr, Bossier City, LA 71112Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 160 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 31, 2026), 2025 (Nov 1, 2025), 2024 (Nov 2, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Shreveport?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $42.50 on Oct 25, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Louisiana?
- At $55, entry is about 15 percent below a typical half marathon in Louisiana, which costs $65 right now.
- 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.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 42 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 34:58 and the winner ran 25:40.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2024 5K field finished under 31:25, against 28:43 in a typical Louisiana 5K, so times here run 9 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- 4832 Brookshire Arena Dr, Bossier City, LA 71112.
From the organizers
Join us at Walker Place Park in Bossier City, LA for the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon, a meaningful race dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. Whether you’re running in tribute, alongside a veteran, or as a veteran yourself, this event is a powerful way to show gratitude and community support.
As a token of appreciation, all Veterans race for FREE, and Active Duty military can participate for just $15. Family members and supporters are encouraged to join at the regular registration rate and be part of this special day of recognition and celebration. (ID Required - any form of government issued Military ID)