Seize the Day Warrior 5K - Baton Rouge
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Event information
The Seize the Day Warrior Walk + 5K in Baton Rouge is organized by Epilepsy Alliance Louisiana and takes place on April 18, 2026 at Pennington Biomedical Research Center, 6400 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA. It is the 22nd annual event and serves as a fundraising and awareness event for people affected by epilepsy. Distances offered include:
- 1 mile (Warrior Walk, untimed, walk-only)
- 5K (in-person, timed)
- 5K (virtual)
Only the in-person 5K will be timed in Baton Rouge. In-person registration items include a chipped bib for the 5K, an event t-shirt (guaranteed for registrations by March 30, 2026), a finisher medal, and access to after-event activities. Virtual registration includes a race t-shirt and finisher medal; virtual packets are scheduled to be mailed on April 15, 2026.
Logistics and participation
Early packet pick-up is available on April 16 and April 17, with race-day packet pick-up also offered on April 18 at the event location; early pick-up location is Epilepsy Alliance Louisiana, 2041 Silverside Dr., Baton Rouge. Wheelchairs and strollers are welcome on the course, though a small section of the 5K route is not paved. Tents are permitted with prior reservation; balloons with confetti are not allowed. Prohibited items include air horns, cowbells, scooters, bikes, RVs, and pets; service animals are allowed. Parking access is via Perkins Road only. Team fundraising and contest categories include most funds raised, most participants, best t-shirt, and an umbrella/parasol decorating contest focused on epilepsy warriors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.