Lace up for the 59th Annual Jambalaya Festival on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Gonzales, LA, where you can choose between a 1-mile fun run for kids or a speedy 5K on a flat, fast course starting at 7:00 AM and 7:30 AM respectively (registration opens at 6:15 AM at the newly relocated Lamar Dixon Expo Center). All runners earn medals in their age categories, plus enjoy complimentary t-shirts and jambalaya at a festive after-party with live music—just make sure to register by May 1st to guarantee your shirt!