Summer Meltdown Half Marathon - Shreveport 2026

The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon in Shreveport begins at 7 AM from Stoner Avenue Skate Plaza, offering runners an early opportunity to race in warm weather. The primary event is a 13.1-mile half marathon, with additional distances of a 5K and a 6.55-mile quarter marathon available, accommodating participants not aiming for the full half marathon. The Shreveport course features shaded paths, areas near water, and undulating terrain, supported by aid stations along the route to assist runners with the summer temperatures. This race is part of a larger series that includes Summer Meltdown events in Austin, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and Irving (Dallas area), and the organizer provides combined entries for multiple races.