Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon
- Date Sat 13th February 2027 - Sun 21st February 2027
- Time 7:00AM CST
- Location Murphysboro, Illinois
- Price $28.42 - $55.16
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to soar at the 21st annual Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon, happening on Saturday, February 13, 2027! This exciting event takes place at the Southern Illinois Airport in Murphysboro, Illinois, and offers an exhilarating 13.1-mile race perfect for runners of all levels. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best, tackling your first half marathon, or just looking to enjoy a scenic race, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere filled with encouragement and camaraderie.
Participants can look forward to an array of exciting features, including a custom finisher medal and an official hooded sweatshirt for those who register early. This race is also committed to sustainability, as it is a cup-free event—runners are encouraged to bring their own refillable bottles to stay hydrated. No matter your goal, whether it’s crossing the finish line or enjoying the thrill of the race, you’ll be part of a cherished tradition in Southern Illinois. Don't miss out—join us for an unforgettable experience and come Fly with the Eagles!
Participants can look forward to an array of exciting features, including a custom finisher medal and an official hooded sweatshirt for those who register early. This race is also committed to sustainability, as it is a cup-free event—runners are encouraged to bring their own refillable bottles to stay hydrated. No matter your goal, whether it’s crossing the finish line or enjoying the thrill of the race, you’ll be part of a cherished tradition in Southern Illinois. Don't miss out—join us for an unforgettable experience and come Fly with the Eagles!
Organiser's Description
21 YEARS. ONE INCREDIBLE TRADITION. FLY WITH THE EAGLES HALF MARATHON
JOIN US SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2027, FOR THE 21ST RUNNING OF THE FLY WITH THE EAGLES HALF MARATHON AT SOUTHERN ILLINOIS AIRPORT IN MURPHYSBORO, ILLINOIS!
WHETHER YOU'RE CHASING A PERSONAL BEST, LOOKING FOR A NEW CHALLENGE, OR SIMPLY WANT TO EXPERIENCE A UNIQUE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS RACE, WE'RE READY TO WELCOME YOU TO THE STARTING LINE.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS EVENT
13.1 MILES
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS AIRPORT
CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL
OFFICIAL HOODED SWEATSHIRT FOR EARLY REGISTRANTS
OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL OPTIONS
RED HEART A RACE FOR EVERY GOAL
REGISTER EARLY & GET THE HOODIE!
REGISTER BY JANUARY 28, 2027, TO GUARANTEE YOUR OFFICIAL FLY WITH THE EAGLES HOODED SWEATSHIRT!
HOODIES MUST BE PICKED UP BY THE END OF RACE DAY. UNCLAIMED HOODIES WILL NOT BE HELD AFTER THE RACE.
A CUP-FREE RACE
WE'RE PROUD TO BE A CUPLESS EVENT! RATHER THAN USING DISPOSABLE CUPS, OUR VOLUNTEERS WILL PROVIDE WATER PITCHERS SO RUNNERS CAN REFILL THEIR OWN BOTTLES AT THE AID STATIONS. PLEASE BRING A REFILLABLE BOTTLE WITH YOU.
RED HEART THIS RACE IS ABOUT MORE THAN A FINISH TIME. EVERY RUNNER COMES TO THE STARTING LINE WITH A DIFFERENT GOAL.
MAYBE YOU'RE CHASING A PR. MAYBE THIS IS YOUR FIRST HALF MARATHON. MAYBE YOU'RE COMING BACK FOR ANOTHER YEAR. MAYBE YOUR GOAL IS SIMPLY TO CROSS THAT FINISH LINE.
WHATEVER BROUGHT YOU HERE, WE'RE HERE TO CHEER YOU ON.
_YOUR GOAL. YOUR FINISH LINE. YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENT. COME RUN WITH US. COME BE PART OF THE TRADITION. COME FLY WITH THE EAGLES! _
JOIN US SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2027, FOR THE 21ST RUNNING OF THE FLY WITH THE EAGLES HALF MARATHON AT SOUTHERN ILLINOIS AIRPORT IN MURPHYSBORO, ILLINOIS!
WHETHER YOU'RE CHASING A PERSONAL BEST, LOOKING FOR A NEW CHALLENGE, OR SIMPLY WANT TO EXPERIENCE A UNIQUE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS RACE, WE'RE READY TO WELCOME YOU TO THE STARTING LINE.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS EVENT
13.1 MILES
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS AIRPORT
CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL
OFFICIAL HOODED SWEATSHIRT FOR EARLY REGISTRANTS
OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL OPTIONS
RED HEART A RACE FOR EVERY GOAL
REGISTER EARLY & GET THE HOODIE!
REGISTER BY JANUARY 28, 2027, TO GUARANTEE YOUR OFFICIAL FLY WITH THE EAGLES HOODED SWEATSHIRT!
HOODIES MUST BE PICKED UP BY THE END OF RACE DAY. UNCLAIMED HOODIES WILL NOT BE HELD AFTER THE RACE.
A CUP-FREE RACE
WE'RE PROUD TO BE A CUPLESS EVENT! RATHER THAN USING DISPOSABLE CUPS, OUR VOLUNTEERS WILL PROVIDE WATER PITCHERS SO RUNNERS CAN REFILL THEIR OWN BOTTLES AT THE AID STATIONS. PLEASE BRING A REFILLABLE BOTTLE WITH YOU.
RED HEART THIS RACE IS ABOUT MORE THAN A FINISH TIME. EVERY RUNNER COMES TO THE STARTING LINE WITH A DIFFERENT GOAL.
MAYBE YOU'RE CHASING A PR. MAYBE THIS IS YOUR FIRST HALF MARATHON. MAYBE YOU'RE COMING BACK FOR ANOTHER YEAR. MAYBE YOUR GOAL IS SIMPLY TO CROSS THAT FINISH LINE.
WHATEVER BROUGHT YOU HERE, WE'RE HERE TO CHEER YOU ON.
_YOUR GOAL. YOUR FINISH LINE. YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENT. COME RUN WITH US. COME BE PART OF THE TRADITION. COME FLY WITH THE EAGLES! _
Races
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1/2 Marathon
Incl. $5.16 Fee & Hoodie
Sat 13th February 2027 (9:00AM CST)
$55.16
OPENS 04 SEP -
Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $5.16 Fee & Hoodie
$55.16
OPENS 04 SEPUnable to be here on race day? You can now participate in our Fly with the Eagles Virtual Half Marathon run on a treadmill, around your neighborhood or any course of your choosing. Simply run 13.1 miles between 2/14/27 to 2/21/27 and receive your custom finishers medal and hooded sweatshirt! Instructions to submit times will emailed to you. -
Hoodie Only (Must Pickup at Packet Pickup)
Incl. $3.42 Fee & Hoodie
Sat 13th February 2027 (7:00AM CST)
$28.42
OPENS 04 SEP
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Airport Hangar 665 N. Airport Rd, HANGAR 1, Murphysboro, 62966, IL, United States
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