I love this race. You run a fun, scenic New Orleans route down St. Charles through the Garden District. Add that it's always run around Halloween and you get even more fun seeing all the crazy costumes on course.

Pros:
- Super flat, scenic out-and-back course
- It's almost always run the weekend around Halloween. And Halloween in New Orleans is crazy. This would be a fun destination race.
- So many fun costumes on course. Great race to people watch.
- The houses on St. Charles are also decorated up for Halloween so that provides even more to look at while you're running.
- Very nice, tech tee race shirt.
- Race morning packet pick-up was so convenient.
- Not too crowded. It's a decent sized local race, but not overwhelming. The crowds spread out quickly.
- Good aid station spacing and support.
- Great after party in Lafayette Square. So much food (chili dogs, jambalaya, popsicles, and more) and beer. Beer is a plus.

Cons:
- Parking can be tricky downtown. Just give yourself a little extra time to get a parking spot.

Neutral but notable:
- You never know what the weather is going to be like for this race. It was warm and muggy this year. In past years it's been freezing.