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The Louisiana Marathon
Saturday, January 16, 2027 · Baton Rouge, LA
The race in 60 seconds
It is one of 9 races on the Louisiana calendar that January. At $10, entry sits below the $35 median for a US marathon.
What race day usually feels like
Based on the last three years, race week in January typically sees lows near 40°F and highs around 60°F: classic PR weather if the wind behaves. Weather normals computed from Baton Rouge-area conditions for race week, not the nearest big city.
How the field ran it in 2026
Real chip times from the 2026 official results, not estimates. Use the median as your reality check: half the field finished slower than it.
| 2026 Full Marathon · 1477 finishers | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | 2:28:49 | 5:41 /mi |
| Top 25% | 3:43:48 | 8:33 /mi |
| Median finisher | 4:15:31 | 9:45 /mi |
| 75th percentile | 4:56:52 | 11:20 /mi |
| Final finisher | 6:06:38 | 14:00 /mi |
| 2026 Window World Louisiana Quarter Marathon · 61 finishers | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | 1:44:54 | 4:00 /mi |
| Top 25% | 1:47:00 | 4:05 /mi |
| Median finisher | 1:51:20 | 4:15 /mi |
| 75th percentile | 1:58:11 | 4:31 /mi |
| Final finisher | 2:06:37 | 4:50 /mi |
| 2026 Assisted Full · 10 finishers | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | 3:32:57 | 8:08 /mi |
| Top 25% | 4:17:24 | 9:49 /mi |
| Median finisher | 4:24:53 | 10:07 /mi |
| 75th percentile | 4:25:54 | 10:09 /mi |
| Final finisher | 5:34:03 | 12:45 /mi |
Official 2026 results via RunSignUp, 1548 finishers across 3 events.
Common questions
When is The Louisiana Marathon?
The Louisiana Marathon is scheduled for Saturday, January 16, 2027.
Where is The Louisiana Marathon held?
The Louisiana Marathon is held in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It is about 11 miles from Shenandoah and 74 miles from New Orleans.
What distances does The Louisiana Marathon offer?
The listed distances are Marathon, Half Marathon, 6.5 Miles, 5K, 1 Mile.
How much does The Louisiana Marathon cost?
Entry is listed from $10. Check the official race page for the current price, which usually rises closer to race day.
How do I register for The Louisiana Marathon?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
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See every race on the Louisiana calendar, all Baton Rouge races, Louisiana Marathons, Louisiana Half Marathons, or use the Race Finder for maps and filters.
Register for The Louisiana Marathon →on RunSignUp · entry from $10
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