NEW ORLEANS – Crescent City Classic and YMCA of Greater New Orleans officials are back for the fifth annual edition of “The Corporate Classic.” The family-oriented 3.1-mile race will take place this year on Saturday, Nov. 8, in New Orleans City Park at 8 a.m.
Immediately following the family-friendly race, participants will be treated to a wide array of complimentary food, beer and other beverages, live entertainment and an awards ceremony for the top 5k finishers and teams. Registrants can participate as individuals or on teams. The Corporate Classic is the only 5k qualifier for a seeded start corral for the CCC10k which will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
“The Corporate Classic has become our premier fall 5k and it’s for a great cause in that it benefits the YMCA and its Adult Literacy Program,” said Crescent City Classic Race Director Eric Stuart. “We encourage everyone to register early as our last two races have sold out.”
Launched in 1980, the YMCA Corporate Cup benefitted adult literacy courses and initiatives throughout the New Orleans Area. The Crescent City Fall Classic began in 1986 with a focus on education initiatives in New Orleans. The races were combined into The Corporate Classic in 2021 to benefit the YMCA Educational Services (YES) Adult Literacy Program. Officials have set a goal of raising $100,000 during this year’s race for the literacy program.
“Proceeds from the race allow the YMCA to provide a no-cost program so that adults can learn to read, improve their quality of life, earn a high school diploma, and advance their workforce opportunities,” said Dr. Amy Leggette, director of YMCA Educational Services.
Registration for the Corporate Classic in City Park is open now at https://ccc10k.com/crescent-city-corporate-classic/. A special discounted early registration price of $45 is available now through 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31.
For more information and updates on the 2025 Corporate Classic, the 2026 Crescent City Classic on April 4, 2026 and 2026 CCC race series schedule, visit www.ccc10k.com.