Wellness On The Water

Presented by Lake Charles Event Center Event Overview This is more than just a 5K. Kick off your morning with a scenic race along the Lake Charles Lakefront, from the Event Center to North Beach and back, and finishing inside the Sudduth Coliseum. After the run, participants will be welcomed into an exciting post-run celebration featuring a live DJ, local vendors, giveaways, lifting competitions, high-energy movement classes, and everything health and fitness in between! Date and Time Saturday, May 9, 2026Race Start: 8:00 AM Location Lake Charles Event Center Amphitheatre900 Lakeshore DriveLake Charles, LA 70601 Registration Fees $35 — February 9, 2026 through May 1, 2026 Participant Perks • Short-sleeve performance race T-shirt• Access to post-run fitness sessions• Entry into the Wellness Expo T-Shirt Guarantee Shirts are guaranteed to participants who register by Friday, April 1, 2026. Packet Pickup Early Pickup Thursday, May 7 • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMFriday, May 8 • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Lake Charles Event Center Box Office900 Lakeshore DriveLake Charles, LA 70601 Race Day Pickup Saturday, May 9, 20267:00 AM – 7:30 AMLake Charles Event Center • Sudduth Coliseum Important Note Registered participants must present photo identification. Proxy pickup is allowed for immediate family members (spouse or sibling) with identification. Race Day Schedule 7:00 AM — Packet pickup and race day registration opens7:30 AM — Packet pickup and race day registration closes7:45 AM — Pre-race meeting8:00 AM — Race begins9:30 AM — Awards and Post-Run Celebration (inside Sudduth Coliseum) Awards More information coming soon. Parking Parking is available at the Lake Charles Event Center. Weather Policy If lightning is present, the race may be delayed, the route altered or shortened, or the event cancelled. Fog conditions may result in a delayed start or modified route based on visibility. The Marshal’s Office and Lake Charles Event Center staff will make all final determinations regarding weather safety. Refund and Cancellation Policy All registrations are final. No refunds or transfers are permitted. If dangerous conditions require cancellation, updates will be communicated via email and the Lake Charles Event Center social media channels.