Name: Fat Boy NOLA 5k
Start: 2026-05-17T08:00:00-05:00
Location: 3000 Downs Boulevard, Metairie, LA, USA

Forget age groups—this race is all about bringing your own gravity.

The Fatboy 5K is a fun-first, judgment-free 5K happening May 17, 2026 at Lafreniere Park, where runners compete in weight classes instead of age brackets. Whether you’re fast, steady, or just here for the vibes, this race celebrates effort, humor, and showing up as you are.

After you cross the finish line, the real battle begins with our legendary Donut Eating Contest, 26.2 Foot Marathon and conquer the 0.0 Mile World Championship. —because balance is important, and carbs are undefeated. Expect big laughs, loud cheers, and a community that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Come race hard, jog happy, or waddle proudly.
The Fatboy 5K is proof that fitness can be fun—and donuts can be part of the plan. 🍩💪

Benefitting the Dawn Busters Kiwanis Club - Rewards for Reading Program

Need to Know:

ON-LINE registration closes Saturday, May 16th at NOON

Race Day Registration opens at 7:00 am at Race Site.

All entry fees once registered are non-refundable.

Packet Pickup:

Thursday, May 14th

2:00pm - 6:00pm

hosted by

FLEET FEET METAIRIE

3020 Severn Avenue, Metairie

If you are unable to pickup you packet on Thursday you may pick it up on race day starting at 7:00am at the race site.

Fat Boy NOLA @ 5K Award Divisions ( An ALL WEIGHT DIVISION race )

PLEASE DENOTE YOUR WEIGHT DIVISION DURING REGISTRATION PROCESS

Awards are 1st and second place each WEIGHT division

Division - A: Female Athena Wanna Bee ( weight under 145 lbs )

Division - B : Female Athena ( weight 145-170 )

Division - C: Female Amazonian ( weight 171-185 )

Division - D: Female Megazonian ( weight 186-200 )

Division - E; Female Ultra Megazonian ( weight 201-220 )

Division - F: Female Ultra Deluxe Megazonian ( weight 221 plus )

Division - G: Male Fat Boy Wanna bee ( weight under 200 lbs )

Division - H: Male Huge Load ( weight 201-220 )

Division - I: Male Enormous Load ( weight 221-240 )

Division - J: Male Tremendous Load ( weight 241-260 )

Division - K: Male Immense Load ( weight 261 plus )

Commemorative ribbons presented to those that manage to finish the

26.2 Foot Marathon and conquer the 0.0 Mile World Championship.

Trophies will be awarded to the Clydesdale Team Divison

Swag Alert

All Participants will receive:

a chip-timed race

Sleeveless poly-cotton tank top style shirt

Custom finisher medal

Post race refreshments courtesy of our wonderful sponsors!

Course Map

Course Map - Fat Boy 0.0 Mile World Championship & Fat Boy 26.2 FOOT Marathon

Supporting Sponsors

Pricing

AGE DISCOUNTS

We offer a $7 Discounted Entry for Youth (0-14) and Seniors (65 & up).

All other Entry Fees are listed below. Register before the price increases to get the best bang for your buck!

Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

Fat Boy 5K

Price changes in 4 days 17 hours

1. $39.56
  
  Early Bird Pricing
  
  Now registering Jan 30 – Mar 27
  
  Register for Fat Boy 5K
2. $44.93
  
  Standard Pricing
  
  Mar 28 – May 16
3. $50.29
  
  Race Day Pricing
  
  May 17 – May 16

Clydesdale Race Team