2026 War Eagle Run Fest

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

How much does registration cost?

• →5K race: $45.00 total ($40.00 race fee + $3.40 sign-up fee)
• →Half Marathon: $120.00 total ($105.00 race fee + $7.30 sign-up fee)
• →Kids Mile: $27.50 total ($25.00 race fee + $2.50 sign-up fee)

What is the registration status for each event?

• →The 5K and Half Marathon are fully registered
• →The Kids Mile has 20 spots remaining

What is included in registration?

• →Access to the race course and post-race activities
• →A race bib and timing chip
• →Participation in the War Eagle Run Fest experience, including the stadium finish and tailgate parties
• →Entry into the Momma Goldberg's Field Goal Challenge for eligible participants

What are the age requirements for the events?

• →The Kids Mile is open to participants aged 1 to 12
• →The 5K and Half Marathon have no age restrictions, but participants must be at least 18 years old for the Half Marathon

What is the weather forecast for the event?

• →On February 28, 2026, the expected weather is partly cloudy with temperatures ranging from 45°F to 55°F
• →On March 1, 2026, the weather is expected to be mostly sunny with temperatures ranging from 47°F to 57°F

Are there any special features or activities included in the event?

• →The Love 2 Run Post-Race Tailgate Party is available after each race
• →The Momma Goldberg's Field Goal Challenge includes both qualifying and finals events
• →Participants can experience the iconic Jordan-Hare Stadium finish line on the 50-yard line

What is the race route like?

• →The race route is a scenic campus course that takes runners through iconic Auburn University landmarks
• →The finish line is located inside Jordan-Hare Stadium, where runners can #TakeFlight and cross the 50-yard line

What is the time limit for each event?

• →The 5K is expected to take approximately 2 hours, with the event ending at 9:30 AM
• →The Half Marathon is expected to take approximately 4.5 hours, with the event ending at 11:30 AM
• →The Kids Mile is expected to take approximately 30 minutes, with the event ending at 10:30 AM

What is the race start and finish location?

• →All races start outside Jordan-Hare Stadium
• →The finish line for the 5K and Kids Mile is on the Campus Green
• →The finish line for the Half Marathon is inside Jordan-Hare Stadium on the 50-yard line