THE WWII CHALLENGE: EASY COMPANY
We are proud to be partnering with The National WWII Museum to produce this unique fitness challenge in honor of the WWII generation! Join us for this opportunity to honor the WWII generation by participating in one of the challenges as an individual or on a team.
This virtual event from Crescent City Classic in partnership with The National WWII Museum explores the history and stories of World War II.
This event benefits The National WWII Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana. 100% of donations and part of registration proceeds will go to support the Museum and its mission.
Your support allows future generations to better appreciate the real stories of WWII veterans, their struggles and sacrifice. Help us honor their legacy!
Registration Information
$50.00
*Entry Fees are non-refundable.
*Entry fees are $50 per person for individual and team registrations.
All participants receive:
- WWII Challenge T-shirt
- WWII Challenge Finishers Medal
- Commemorative WWII Challenge Race bib
- Virtual Bib which can be printed by the participant
- 25% discount off your admission ticket into The National WW II Museum
RACE PACKETS:
• LOCAL PACKET PICK-UP: Local (for those in the New Orleans area) participants can choose to pick up their packet. Details with times and location will be in your confirmation email. We expect the date to be in January 2027.
• US SHIPPING: During registration, choose to have your packet shipped to you for a cost of $18.00 in January 2027. Shipping outside of US will incur additional charges.
Team Discount
Invite your friends to join you for this year’s WWII Challenge!
Teams of 10+ receive a $5/participant discount off of registration.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
During registration, the initial member of the group will be able to create the team and team name. As other members of the group register, they will select that team name from the drop-down menu to join that group. The first 9 team members will pay the regular registration price. When the 10th member joins the team, he/she will receive the $5 discount. As soon as the 10th registration is complete, the first 9 team members will receive a $5 refund applied to their original form of payment.
TEAM MILES:
Teams will work together to complete their course. Each team member’s miles completed will go towards the team’s total. All team members receive milestone badges and emails as the team reaches each point of the course.
Challenge Information
Challenge Options
How It Works
HOW IT WORKS:
Step 1: Register as an individual or start a team in honor of the brave men who fought in WWII.
Step 2: Track your progress by logging your daily mileage and activity (walk/run/bike/treadmill). You have from 10/1/26 until 2/28/27 to complete the challenge!
Step 3: Receive your WWII Challenge gear and National WWII Museum perks. All participants will receive:
- WWII Challenge T-shirt
- WWII Challenge Finishers Medal
- Commemorative WWII Challenge Race bib
- Virtual Bib which can be printed by the participant
- 25% discount off your admission ticket into The National WW II Museum
TEAM MILES:
Teams will work together to complete their course. Each team member’s miles completed will go towards the team’s total. All team members receive milestone badges and emails as the team reaches each point of the course.
OPTIONS TO RECEIVE YOUR PACKET:
- During registration, you can choose to have your packet shipped to you for a cost of $18 (inside the US). Outside of the US incurs additional shipping charges.
- OR …Pick up your packet locally (for those in the New Orleans area) in January 2027. Details with specific dates, times and location for Packet Pick-Up will be sent to you by email. If you can’t attend local packet pick-up, a friend can pick up for yo
Learn As You Go
FAQ's
Who benefits from this event?
This event benefits the National WWII Museum in New Orleans. 100% of donations and part of all registration proceeds support the Museum ad its mission.
What is a virtual challenge?
A virtual challenge is a unique fitness movement to keep people active! Individuals or team members can walk, jog, run, bike, or use a treadmill to complete the challenges.
How many people can I have on my team?
Teams can be made up of as many participants as you like!
Can my challenge packet be mailed?
US SHIPPING: You can have your packet shipped to you. Shipping and handling costs are $18.00/person. Packets will be shipped in January 2027.
There is also an option for local pick up.
What do I get with my registration fee?
All participants receive a commemorative challenge race bib, an exclusive virtual bib (printable .pdf), t-shirt, finishers medallion, and 25% discount admission to the National WWII Museum.
When can I start logging my miles? How do I submit results?
Registration opens on 9/9/26. Particpants can begin submitting their completed miles on 10/1/26. For instructions on how to submit miles, CLICK HERE.
