Crescent City Classic 10K

Each Saturday before Easter, Downtown New Orleans fills with thousands of ready-to-race feet, prepared to make the 44th annual 10K (6.2 miles) Classic run. The race starts in front of the Caesar's Superdome, winds through the French Quarter, and makes its way up the beautiful Esplanade Avenue to new Orleans City Park, where runners will be awarded one of the best post-race parties in road racing, and complete with live music and local creole cuisine. $65 General Registration; $45 Run for It Charity Registration. 8 am. ccc10k.com.