SIUE Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Edwardsville, Illinois
- Price $22.80 - $44.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a vibrant celebration at the 11th Annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Edwardsville, Madison! Kicking off at 9 A.M. at the SIUE Stratton Quad, this spirited event is part of SIUE's Homecoming & Family Weekend and is dedicated to the Route 66 Centennial Celebration. Participants can choose from a competitive 10K, a fun-filled 5K, or a delightful Fun Run, making it a perfect event for both avid runners and those seeking a pancake feast.
This event is open to alumni, students, faculty, staff, friends, families, and even furry companions, fostering a community spirit that resonates throughout the day. With special discounts for SIUE alumni and current students, everyone is encouraged to join in the fun while supporting a great cause—proceeds will help fund over $20,000 in annual student scholarships! After crossing the finish line, participants can indulge in a complimentary pancake breakfast courtesy of Chris Cakes and enjoy post-run beverages from Global Brew (for those 21 and older). Celebrate, run, and make memories together at this exciting homecoming event!
This event is open to alumni, students, faculty, staff, friends, families, and even furry companions, fostering a community spirit that resonates throughout the day. With special discounts for SIUE alumni and current students, everyone is encouraged to join in the fun while supporting a great cause—proceeds will help fund over $20,000 in annual student scholarships! After crossing the finish line, participants can indulge in a complimentary pancake breakfast courtesy of Chris Cakes and enjoy post-run beverages from Global Brew (for those 21 and older). Celebrate, run, and make memories together at this exciting homecoming event!
Organiser's Description
Join the Fun at the 11th Annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast
SATURDAY, SEPT. 26TH | 9 A.M. | SIUE STRATTON QUAD
EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS JULY 31!
ALL ROADS LEAD HOME to the 11TH ANNUAL COUGARS UNLEASHED HOMECOMING RUN & PANCAKE BREAKFAST, part of SIUEs Homecoming & Family Weekend and in commemoration of the Route 66 Centennial Celebration! Choose from a 10K, 5K, or Fun Run: whether youre a competitive runner or just in it for the pancakes, theres something for everyone. This event welcomes alumni, students, faculty, staff, families, friends, and community members. Furry friends are welcome to join the fun too!
SPECIAL $5 DISCOUNT FOR SIUE ALUMNI AND DISCOUNTED PRICING FOR CURRENT SIUE STUDENTS!
Were excited to offer a discounted registration rate exclusively for SIUE alumni and current students. Its our way of saying thank you for being part of the Cougar community!
RUN FOR A GREAT CAUSE! Your participation helps fund more than $20,000 in annual student scholarships and supports SIUE Alumni Association programs that keep Cougars connected long after graduation. _Net proceeds may support alumni operations, current Alumni Association scholarships, and/or permanently endowed scholarship funds._
AFTER CROSSING THE FINISH LINE, ENJOY:
* Complimentary Chris Cakes [https://www.chriscakesstl.com/] Pancake Breakfast
* Post-run beer from Global Brew [https://edwardsville.globalbrew.com/] (participants 21+)
* Official race timing by Final Lap Racing [http://www.finallapracing.com/]
* Awards Ceremony trophies for top male/female finishers (10K & 5K), plus medals for the top 2 in each age group
* Not running? Spectator pancake breakfast tickets are available in the Store [https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/IL/Edwardsville/CougarsUnleashedHomecomingRun]
Guarantee your official Cougars Unleashed race shirt by registering before FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH!
Run. Support. Celebrate. ALL ROADS LEAD HOME.
LEARN MORE ABOUT SIUE HOMECOMING & FAMILY WEEKEND AT SIUE.EDU/HOMECOMING-FAMILY-WEEKEND [https://www.siue.edu/homecoming-family-weekend/]
SATURDAY, SEPT. 26TH | 9 A.M. | SIUE STRATTON QUAD
EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS JULY 31!
ALL ROADS LEAD HOME to the 11TH ANNUAL COUGARS UNLEASHED HOMECOMING RUN & PANCAKE BREAKFAST, part of SIUEs Homecoming & Family Weekend and in commemoration of the Route 66 Centennial Celebration! Choose from a 10K, 5K, or Fun Run: whether youre a competitive runner or just in it for the pancakes, theres something for everyone. This event welcomes alumni, students, faculty, staff, families, friends, and community members. Furry friends are welcome to join the fun too!
SPECIAL $5 DISCOUNT FOR SIUE ALUMNI AND DISCOUNTED PRICING FOR CURRENT SIUE STUDENTS!
Were excited to offer a discounted registration rate exclusively for SIUE alumni and current students. Its our way of saying thank you for being part of the Cougar community!
RUN FOR A GREAT CAUSE! Your participation helps fund more than $20,000 in annual student scholarships and supports SIUE Alumni Association programs that keep Cougars connected long after graduation. _Net proceeds may support alumni operations, current Alumni Association scholarships, and/or permanently endowed scholarship funds._
AFTER CROSSING THE FINISH LINE, ENJOY:
* Complimentary Chris Cakes [https://www.chriscakesstl.com/] Pancake Breakfast
* Post-run beer from Global Brew [https://edwardsville.globalbrew.com/] (participants 21+)
* Official race timing by Final Lap Racing [http://www.finallapracing.com/]
* Awards Ceremony trophies for top male/female finishers (10K & 5K), plus medals for the top 2 in each age group
* Not running? Spectator pancake breakfast tickets are available in the Store [https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/IL/Edwardsville/CougarsUnleashedHomecomingRun]
Guarantee your official Cougars Unleashed race shirt by registering before FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH!
Run. Support. Celebrate. ALL ROADS LEAD HOME.
LEARN MORE ABOUT SIUE HOMECOMING & FAMILY WEEKEND AT SIUE.EDU/HOMECOMING-FAMILY-WEEKEND [https://www.siue.edu/homecoming-family-weekend/]
Races
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10k
Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$44.20
Your registration fee includes entry to the 10K, one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for participants 21 and over, and an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered by the T-shirt deadline of September 4). Were excited to offer special discounts for SIUE alumni, current students and kids 10 and under! Its our way of saying thank you for being part of the Cougar community! At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participants declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required. -
5k
Incl. $3.86 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.86
Your registration fee includes entry to the 5K, one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for participants 21 and over, and an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered by the T-shirt deadline of September 4). Were excited to offer special discounts for SIUE alumni, current students and kids 10 and under! Its our way of saying thank you for being part of the Cougar community! At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participants declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required. -
Fun Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$22.80
Your registration fee includes entry to the Fun Run, one pancake breakfast ticket, one complimentary drink ticket for participants 21 and over, and an official Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run short-sleeve shirt (if registered by the T-shirt deadline of September 4). Were excited to offer special discounts for SIUE alumni, current students and kids 10 and under! Its our way of saying thank you for being part of the Cougar community! At the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, we believe that community is one of our greatest strengths and we strive to ensure that everyone is, and feels, welcome at our event. To this end, and for us to be a stronger community, we accept and encourage run participation from transgender and non-binary athletes. We will accept each participants declared gender at face value with no additional supporting evidence required.
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