# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Footprints Forever 5K
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: 👣 Join Us for the 17th Annual Footprints Forever 5K 👣

Hosted by Maddie's Footprints , the Footprints Forever 5K is more than a race — it’s a day of remembrance, love, and celebration for babies gone too soon.

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 River Ranch Town Square | Lafayette, LA
⏰ Race Time: 8 AM

Every year, thousands gather to walk, run, remember, and celebrate the lives of babies who left footprints forever on the hearts of their families.

This special day has become a birthday celebration the babies never got to have — complete with cookie cake, balloons, music, family activities, and an entire community showing up in support of grieving families.

✨ Event Includes:
👟 Timed 5K Run & Fun Walk
🎈 Family-Friendly Activities
🎂 Cookie Cake Celebration
🎶 Music & Community Vendors
💙 Team Tents & Memorial Moments

Whether you participate in memory of a baby, support someone you love, or simply want to make a difference, your presence matters.

Register here:
https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/Lafayette/FootprintsForever

Together, we remember. Together, we celebrate. Together, we ensure no family walks through grief alone.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lafayette/footprints-forever-5k/200030152457026
- **Event Categories**: sports, marathons
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 304

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Lafayette
- **state**: LA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: River Ranch Town Square
- **lat**: 30.173544288996
- **long**: -92.041823012828
- **full address**: River Ranch Town Square, 16 Degaulle Sq, Lafayette, LA 70508-6040, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Footprints Forever 5K being held?
  - **A:** Footprints Forever 5K takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am at River Ranch Town Square, 16 Degaulle Sq, Lafayette, LA 70508-6040, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Footprints Forever 5K?
  - **A:** Footprints Forever 5K is organized by Maddie's Footprints - Acadiana.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Maddie's Footprints - Acadiana's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Maddie's Footprints - Acadiana a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Maddie's Footprints - Acadiana has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Footprints Forever 5K is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lafayette, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 300+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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