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Audubon Family Medicine is excited to host our first Walk! For Your Life 5K walk on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The purpose of this event is simply to get people moving and establish positive habits surrounding exercise. This event will bring together hundreds of diverse people from across the state and will set a tone to enrich, engage, and empower individuals to improve their physical and mental health. This event aligns with our mission to promote health and well-being within the community at large and reduce health disparities within the population.
Event details
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
Location: Moncus Park, 2913 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA 70503
Time: 9 AM-10 AM check-in
10:30 AM 5K begins
Individuals of all fitness levels are encouraged to participate in this walk-only community event. The walk will not be timed. Participants are encouraged to walk at their own pace but must complete the course by 1 hour and 45 minutes. Because the walk takes place on a 1-mile loop, participants can exit the race after 1 mile, 2 mile, or complete the 5K (3.1 miles) in its entirety.
Regardless of your pace toward the finish line, the focus is on movement and having fun in the process. Enjoy music, complimentary smoothies, access to food trucks, learn about our sponsors, and connect with others in the community. Since seating is limited, we recommend bringing outdoor chairs or blankets for your comfort. The cost of registration is $18 for adults and $5 for children aged 17 and under. Although this is not a “race”, every participant who completes the 5K will be eligible for cash prizes!
Parking
As a nonprofit, paid parking is one of the ways Moncus Park is able maintain the facilities and continue offering free programs, events, and activities for the whole community. Every payment makes a difference, and we truly appreciate your support!
0-30 minutes: Free
31-60 minutes: $2
61-120 minutes: $4
121-180 minutes: $6
181-240 minutes: $8
241-300 minutes: $10
Packet pick-up
5K registration fee includes race bib, T-shirt, nylon bag, and other amenities. Avoid the long lines on event day by picking up your event packet early!
Packets can be picked up from Audubon Family Medicine, 2301 Moss Street, Lafayette, LA, 70501 on:
Friday, October 9, 2026: 9 AM to 12 PM
Saturday, October 10, 2026: 12 PM to 3 PM
Day of walk packet pickup at Moncus Park Sunday, October 11, 2026: 8:30 AM – 9 AM
Raffle
Each registered participant who completes the 5K walk will be entered into a raffle to win prizes at the conclusion of the walk. Prizes include $1,500, $1,000, $500, $200, an Amazon gift card ($100), a gas card ($50), gym membership, and leg weights, weighted vest, or jump rope.
Event day schedule
9 AM to 10 AM Check-in
10:05 AM Warm up
10:25 AM Opening remarks
10:30 AM Starting pistol
12:15 PM Walk ends
12:30 PM Raffle
1 PM Event ends
Register here for the event as a participant.
Food truck access, music, and sponsor booth displays throughout the event!
Sponsor
Interested in sponsoring Walk! For Your Life 5k walk? Email us at audubonfamilymedicine@gmail.com
Can’t attend this event? Consider donating
Please consider donating to Walk! For Your Life 5K walk. Your generosity will help us save on the costs of executing this community-wide event. Scan the QR code below to donate.
FAQs
How long is a 5K?
The course for a 5K is 3.1 miles.
How long does it take to complete a 5K walk?
As a reminder, this is a fun, wellness event for our participants and not a competitive race. Most will cross the finish line within 60 minutes. Everyone who participates is encouraged to walk at their happy pace but must be cross the finish line within 1 hour and 45 minutes.
If I register for the event but cannot participate, can I receive a refund or transfer my registration to another person?
Unfortunately, all registrations are final and registrations cannot be transferred to another participant. Your registration does count as a donation to the event, so we thank you for your generosity!
Do I need to register early to be guaranteed my t-shirt size?
Yes. Participants who register before September 10th will be guaranteed their t-shirt size.
Do I have to sign a waiver?
Yes. All 5K registration forms include liability waivers.
What safety measures are in place?
For safety reasons, every participant must wear a race bib (included in registration packet).
To ensure every participant crosses the finish line, we will monitor the course and will have staff members walking at the front and back of the group. Additionally, we will have two hydration stations on the course loop and one at the pavilion to keep our participants hydrated.