Lafayette, LA
Sunday, March 7, 2027
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Race Dates
2027: Sunday, March 7, 2027Course Information
Profile: Very FlatRace Day Weather
Mean Temp.: 60°F (15°C)PR Score & Course Score
PR Score: 98.72Race Size
2026: 175 FinishersBQ Percentages
2026: 3.4%Miscellaneous Information
Pace Groups?: No
Race Day Temperatures |
High: 73°F (23°C) |
Race Start Conditions |
56°F (13°C) |
PR Score |
97.47 |
Course Score |
99.62 |
The Zydeco Marathon was the 292nd largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 267th largest marathon in the U.S..
In 2026, 3.4% of Zydeco Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 8.5% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.
Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Zydeco Marathon ranked 175th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 164th so far in 2026. In Louisiana, it ranked 2nd in 2025 and 2nd so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Zydeco Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.
The Zydeco Marathon has a Course Score of 99.62, ranking it as the 82nd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 3rd fastest marathon course in Louisiana.
Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Zydeco Marathon a PR Score of 98.72. The PR Score ranks the Zydeco Marathon as the 205th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 4th best marathon for a PR in Louisiana.
Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Zydeco Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Louisiana for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.
Max Elevation: 41 feet (12m)
Min Elevation: 15 feet (4m)
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