Crescent City Classic

A Tradition

For 40+ years, it has combined world class competition, amateur participation and great fun for all participants. Starting in 1979 with 902 participants, the Crescent City Classic has grown to become the preeminent fitness event in Louisiana.

A Celebration

The Classic has been praised in every major running publication as “one of America’s fastest 10k’s”, “the originator of the party race”, “an Easter Weekend tradition that should never be missed” and “a great race, on a beautiful course in America’s most unique city”.

A Non-Profit

All CCC events are produced by the Crescent City Fitness Foundation, a not-for-profit entity whose sole purpose is to promote health, fitness, and a better lifestyle for the people of the New Orleans metropolitan area.

The Classic Tradition

The Classic is New Orleans’ (and the region’s) premier 10k road race, and one of the oldest 10k races in the nation.

This Easter Weekend Tradition is now, along with Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest, one of New Orleans signature events.
Each year, over 20,000 people gather in Downtown New Orleans for an event that attracts everyone from international Elite Athletes to those who walk the entire route carrying cocktails or wearing bunny suits. Young, old, fit and not so, the Crescent City Classic was the first 10k to be televised nationally, and is the most fun you can have over 6.2 miles.

Run For It

The "Run For It" Program is the Official Charity Program of the Crescent City Classic. The goal of the "Run For It" Program is to raise $1 million annually and serve the Greater New Orleans area needs. Each year, the Crescent City Fitness Foundation selects local charities to support and partner with for the 10k race.

Official Charity Partners recruit and form teams of up to 100 charity runners/walkers, who commit to raising a minimum of $250 for their charity by race day. Official Charity Runners receive various perks and incentives for joining the program, including a personal online fundraising page. All of the money raised will be donated directly to and benefit our selected charity partners.

Crescent City Classic Foundation

All CCC events are produced by the Crescent City Classic Foundation, a not-for-profit entity whose sole purpose is to promote health, fitness, and a better lifestyle for the people of the New Orleans metropolitan area.

The Foundation's primary initiative is the Crescent City Classic 10k's "Run For It" Charity Program. The funds and positive impact of the "Run For It" Program are important to the success of Crescent City Classic Foundation's Mission, and the Classic is proud to support local charities and their fundraising endeavors.