FRESHJUNKIE Racing, in conjunction with Auburn-Opelika Tourism and Auburn University are proud to present the War Eagle Run Fest. Athletes and fans can choose from either a half marathon (13.1 miles) or 5k (3.1 miles) to test their mettle while touring the campus and FLYING DOWN THE FIELD to a …
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FRESHJUNKIE Racing, in conjunction with Auburn-Opelika Tourism and Auburn University are proud to present the War Eagle Run Fest. Athletes and fans can choose from either a half marathon (13.1 miles) or 5k (3.1 miles) to test their mettle while touring the campus and FLYING DOWN THE FIELD to a 50-yard line finish. There will also be a 1 mile run for the Little Tigers. After gathering your commemorative medal, join us outside the stadium for our post-race tailgate and enjoy the music and food that Auburn fans have come to love. Whether you are staff, student, alumni or just a fan, join us and be a part of the Inaugural War Eagle Run Fest.
The start line for the Half Marathon will be near Toomer’s Corner. Runners will be corralled according to expected finish times with the fastest runners in the front and walkers in the back. Both the Half Marathon and 5K races will start at 7:00am in a wave start fashion. 150-200 runners will be allowed to start approximately every 30 seconds.
Runner’s will pass the Auburn University President’s House, see the Duggar Concourse, Quad Drive, Haley Concourse, and Thach Concourse before running by the Outdoor training pool on Wire Road. After running a lap on the Hutsell-Rosen Track, seeing the Intramural Playing Fields and Football Practice Fields, runners will pass the Coliseum and Auburn Arena before turning into Jordan-Hare Stadium to #flydownthefield and finish on the 50-yard line.
Half Marathon Runners will have separate running lanes from 5K runners so that faster runners in the Half Marathon do not have to worry about navigating around slower runners in the 5K.
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Great Inaugural Race
Everyone was a first timer on this new race, hillier than expected. The first half-ish was running on surrounding roads and through neighborhoods, the second half was essentially running around … MORE
Everyone was a first timer on this new race, hillier than expected. The first half-ish was running on surrounding roads and through neighborhoods, the second half was essentially running around the campus. Finishing on the 50 yard line of the stadium was a very nice touch, great refreshments and beer. Good race, may do again if I am nearby.
Incredible race scenery & production
Running across the 50 yard line in this incredible stadium was one of the coolest running experiences I have ever had. I am no pro but I've run in 3 … MORE
Running across the 50 yard line in this incredible stadium was one of the coolest running experiences I have ever had. I am no pro but I’ve run in 3 different countries and that finish was by far the best! The route was through the campus and gorgeous scenery. The people along the route and related to the production were wonderful. It was my first time in AL and I loved it. I highly recommend this run fest to everyone!!!
Well organized, but hilly!
I live in Auburn, so I know how hilly it is, but sometimes you forget until you’re running. This race was so well organized and the route was great, even … MORE
I live in Auburn, so I know how hilly it is, but sometimes you forget until you’re running. This race was so well organized and the route was great, even though it was challenging. Finishing on the 50 was a great experience and they made the entire thing so easy. Packet pickup was a breeze and the swag/medal is so nice. Only thing I would change is to have Aubie at the finish 🙂
War Eagle!
Ran the 2022 War Eagle half marathon. The course started and finished on Auburn's campus. I expected the course to be hilly having run around the campus, but wasn't prepared … MORE
Ran the 2022 War Eagle half marathon. The course started and finished on Auburn’s campus. I expected the course to be hilly having run around the campus, but wasn’t prepared for the hills on the first 6 miles which seemed to be endless. The 2nd half was on and around the Auburn campus. Ran past “Fraternity row”, ran a lap at the Track and Field venue and then finished on the 50 yd line of Jordan-Hare stadium. Although it was definitely challenging course, it was a well organized event and well worth the pain and suffering, lol. The post race party outside the stadium was nice and it helped that we had perfect weather for the race. All in all a great event and one I highly recommend!
Amazing Race until the End
This was a great race. It is hilly but manageable. The roughest hills were in the first half. There were great aid stations...everywhere!! The setup on the football field was … MORE
This was a great race. It is hilly but manageable. The roughest hills were in the first half. There were great aid stations…everywhere!!
The setup on the football field was great too. Created an awesome atmosphere for the finish.
My only complaint is the post-race food. By the time I finished, there was nothing but hot dogs and nachos, which just made me want to vomit after running that far. The post-race party looked like a lot of fun, but I had to leave to get something decent to eat. If you want people to hang out and listen to the band and enjoy a beverage, you will need better food in the future.
Will be back 🙌🏻
I’m always hesitant to run an inaugural event. This one did not disappoint! Well organized, plenty of aid stations and port-a-potties, fun atmosphere and great after party! Swag was great, … MORE
I’m always hesitant to run an inaugural event. This one did not disappoint! Well organized, plenty of aid stations and port-a-potties, fun atmosphere and great after party! Swag was great, too! Too many hills for my personal liking, but not an overly difficult half marathon course. I would definitely run this again.