The 2026 War Eagle Run Fest will take place on February 28, 2026, at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama, with the main events starting and finishing at Jordan-Hare Stadium. The event features a scenic campus route that winds through iconic Auburn University landmarks, culminating in a unique stadium finish on the 50-yard line. On the day of the event, participants can expect partly cloudy conditions with temperatures ranging from 45°F to 55°F. The race offers a variety of distances, including a 5K, a Kids Mile, and a Half Marathon, each with its own schedule and timing. The event includes post-race activities, a field goal challenge, and opportunities for participants to experience the energy of Auburn University’s campus.
What distances are available for this event?
→5K race starting at 7:30 AM on February 28, 2026
→Half Marathon starting at 7:00 AM on March 1, 2026
→Kids Mile starting at 10:00 AM on February 28, 2026
What is the schedule for the event?
→Packet pickup for all events is available on February 27 from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn University Area
→Packet pickup for 5K and Kids Mile is available on February 28 from 5:30 AM to 9:30 AM at Jordan-Hare Stadium
→The 5K race starts at 7:30 AM on February 28
→The Kids Mile race starts at 10:00 AM on February 28
→The Half Marathon race starts at 7:00 AM on March 1
→Post-race tailgate parties begin at 8:00 AM on both race days
→The Momma Goldberg's Field Goal Challenge includes qualifying on the Campus Green from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on February 28 and finals inside Jordan-Hare Stadium at 2:00 PM
