Celebrate National Mental Health Awareness Month by joining Heart for Iberia and Iberia Mental Health Initiative for their annual Bayou Side Run. On Saturday, May 4, 2024, grab your person or persons to be “bayou” side as we race the streets of New Iberia raising mental health awareness and funds for Iberia Mental Health Initiative. Registration will include entry into the 5k and/or 1-mile run/walk, t-shirt, finisher medal and an experience of a lifetime. Chip timing will be used for the 5k.

Thank you for choosing to partner with Heart for Iberia and Iberia Mental Health Initiative as we seek to raise mental health awareness in our community.

Registration Fees (Early & Late Fees & dates):

Early Registration 5k: $25.00Early Registration 1 Mile Fun Run: $25.00Team Discount 10 or more : $20.00 per individualLate Registration is April 13th - May 2nd: $30.00Race day registration: 6am - 7:30 cash only

Must Registered by April 12th to be guaranteed a shirt.

Packet Pickup (Location, Date & Time):

Early Pickup: TBAOn Site Day of Race, May 4th, 6:00 am - 7:30 am

Age Groups:

1-14,15-19,20-29,30-39,etc. 70+

Awards

Top Overall Male & Female, & 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Male & Female each age group for the 5KBayou Side Award: Largest Group

The Race Benefits:

Iberia Mental Health Initiative The Iberia Mental Health Initiative is a coalition of concerned citizens dedicated to identifying and addressing the mental health needs of our community. We are composed of medical and mental health professionals, legal and law enforcement professionals, education personnel, clergy, and suicide awareness advocates, and other community supporters. All proceeds are poured back into the community to help raise awareness for mental health through programs and events.

Inclement Weather Policy

No refunds will be given due to inclement weather.
The safety of our athletes and volunteers is our primary concern. In the event of inclement weather, the race will continue under the following circumstances:
Rain - the event will NOT be cancelled due to rain alone.
Lightning - If lightning is seen or thunder is heard, the event will be postponed for a minimum of 20 minutes until no signs of the storm are present. Participants should seek shelter in their vehicles or a nearby building if available. If lightning continues 20 minutes after the scheduled event start, the race will be subject to cancellation.