The Crescent City Classic is an annual 10-kilometer race held in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. Mac DeVaughn founded the Classic and held the first race in 1979. The race was originally held in the Fall, but the race is now held the Saturday before Easter.
Course
The race is held on a point-to-point course that starts in the Central Business District near the Superdome, and follows city streets (Poydras Street, Peters Street, Decatur Street, Esplanade Avenue, City Park Avenue) and into City Park, where the official finish line is located on Lelong Ave. just before the New Orleans Museum of Art.
Past winners
Key: Course record USATF Men's 10K championships
Source:
Wins by country
Festival
A concurrent festival begins as the first runners pass the finish line. The festival which includes a concert, food and beverages is held in City Park.
See also
- Crescent City Fall Classic
References
External links
- Official site
