Al Briede Gold Cup
Sun, Sep 13, 2026, 8:30 AM CDT
- Location
- New Orleans, LA
- Historic Metairie Cemetery, 5100 Pontchartrain Boulevard, 70124
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Honor a New Orleans legend on a beautiful, historic cemetery course while supporting local student scholarships and the New Orleans Track Club.
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- For a Cause
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- Walkers Welcome
For a Cause
Walkers WelcomeJoin the 59th Annual Al Briede Gold Cup, a 5K and Half Mile event honoring a legendary New Orleans athlete and community leader. Held at the historic and beautiful Metairie Cemetery, this race offers a unique setting for runners and walkers of all abilities. Your participation supports the Al Briede Gold Cup Foundation, providing scholarships to local high school students and aiding the New Orleans Track Club. It's a wonderful opportunity to get active, enjoy the fall weather, and contribute to a worthy cause in the community.
What to expect
Run or walk a 5K or Half Mile course through the historic Metairie Cemetery. Enjoy post-race refreshments including Blue Runner Red Beans and beer. Open to all speeds and abilities, including walkers.
Standout details
- Historic Metairie Cemetery course
- Supports local student scholarships
- Blue Runner Red Beans & Beer
- Walker-friendly 5K and Half Mile
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Distances & registration
4 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 0.5 Miles
Sun, Sep 13, 8:00 AM CDT · From $22.20
Opens Apr 13, 2026, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Sep 12, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
- 5K
Sun, Sep 13, 8:30 AM CDT · From $32.80
Opens Apr 13, 2026, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Sep 12, 2026, 4:30 AM CDT
- 5K
Sun, Sep 13, 8:30 AM CDT · From $59.30
Opens Apr 13, 2026, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Sep 12, 2026, 4:30 AM CDT
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- 5K
Sun, Sep 13, 8:30 AM CDT · From $0.00
Opens Apr 14, 2026, 6:14 PM CDT · Closes Sep 13, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoingwarm-day exposure
- Warm season
The course
- Flat
- Walkers welcome
From the organizer
Celebrate a Legend
Join us on Sunday, September 13, 2026, for the 59th Annual Al Briede Gold Cup, a 5K and Half Mile race that honors the memory of a legendary New Orleans athlete and community leader. The race will be held at the historic Metairie Cemetery, one of the largest and most beautiful cemeteries in the city. Proceeds from the race benefit the Al Briede Gold Cup Foundation, which provides scholarships to local high school students and supports the New Orleans Track Club.
Participants who register on race day are not guaranteed a race giveaway.
Event Day Schedule:
7:00 AM - Packet Pickup & Race Day Registration Opens 8:00 AM - 1/2 - Mile Event Begins 8:30 AM - 5K Event Begins Features:
5K and Half Mile races Historic Metairie Cemetery course Proceeds benefit the Al Briede Gold Cup Foundation Early registration discounts Blue Runner Red Beans Beer Refreshments Benefits:
Get some exercise Enjoy the beautiful fall weather in New Orleans Support a worthy cause Register today and join us for this historic event!
The Al Briede Gold Cup is open to all runners and walkers of all speeds and abilities, NOTC members and nonmembers alike.
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