National Fried Chicken Festival 5K Run/Walk

We’re so excited to announce our inaugural Fried Chicken Festival 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday, October 4, at 8 AM on the Lakefront! Each 5k participant will get FREE entry to day 1 of the festival, where you will enjoy over 40 of the country’s best fried chicken restaurants, three stages, all-day live entertainment, activities, and much more.

Competitive Runners, joggers and casual walkers of all abilities, this is the 5K for you! Visit friedchickenfestival.com/5k to secure your spot.

You may also like the following events from The National Fried Chicken Festival:

• This October, 4th October, 11:00 am, 2025 National Fried Chicken Festival presented by Raising Cane's in New Orleans

Also check out other Festivals in New Orleans.