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 to unleash your spirit at the 11th Annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run and Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Edwardsville, Madison! Kicking off at 9 a.m. at the SIUE Stratton Quad, this exciting event is part of SIUE's vibrant Homecoming & Family Weekend. Participants can choose from three race distances: a competitive 10K, a fun and accessible 5K, or a delightful Fun Run, ensuring there's something for everyone, whether you're a seasoned runner or just in it for the delicious pancakes!
This event is not just about running; it’s a celebration of community and support! With special discounted registration rates for SIUE alumni and current students, it’s a great way to reconnect and contribute to the SIUE Alumni Association Scholarship and Programs, which provides over $20,000 annually in scholarships. After crossing the finish line, participants can enjoy a complimentary pancake breakfast courtesy of Chris Cakes, and those aged 21 and over can partake in a refreshing post-run beer from Global Brew. Don't forget to register by September 4th to guarantee your official Cougars Unleashed race shirt! Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness
This event is not just about running; it’s a celebration of community and support! With special discounted registration rates for SIUE alumni and current students, it’s a great way to reconnect and contribute to the SIUE Alumni Association Scholarship and Programs, which provides over $20,000 annually in scholarships. After crossing the finish line, participants can enjoy a complimentary pancake breakfast courtesy of Chris Cakes, and those aged 21 and over can partake in a refreshing post-run beer from Global Brew. Don't forget to register by September 4th to guarantee your official Cougars Unleashed race shirt! Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness
Organiser's Description
Join the Fun at the 11th Annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run!
SATURDAY, SEPT. 26TH | 9 A.M. | SIUE STRATTON QUAD
Get ready to UNLEASH THE SPIRIT at the 11TH ANNUAL COUGARS UNLEASHED HOMECOMING RUN & PANCAKE BREAKFASTpart of SIUEs Homecoming & Family Weekend! Choose from a 10K, 5K, or Fun Runwhether youre a competitive runner or just in it for the pancakes, theres something for everyone.
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!
This signature event is open to alumni, students, faculty, staff, and the entire community. Even betteryour participation helps support the SIUE Alumni Association Scholarship and Programs, which provide over $20,000 annually in scholarships to deserving students and deliver meaningful programming for alumni.
After you cross the finish line, stick around for a complimentary pancake breakfast from Chris Cakes andfor those 21 and oldera refreshing post-run beer from GLOBAL BREW [https://edwardsville.globalbrew.com/].
IMPORTANT SHIRT NOTE
To guarantee your official Cougars Unleashed race shirt, be sure to register by Friday, SEPTEMBER 4TH!
Run. Support. Celebrate. LETS UNLEASH THE SPIRITtogether!
Race timing provided by Final Lap Racing. [http://www.finallapracing.com/]
SATURDAY, SEPT. 26TH | 9 A.M. | SIUE STRATTON QUAD
Get ready to UNLEASH THE SPIRIT at the 11TH ANNUAL COUGARS UNLEASHED HOMECOMING RUN & PANCAKE BREAKFASTpart of SIUEs Homecoming & Family Weekend! Choose from a 10K, 5K, or Fun Runwhether youre a competitive runner or just in it for the pancakes, theres something for everyone.
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!
This signature event is open to alumni, students, faculty, staff, and the entire community. Even betteryour participation helps support the SIUE Alumni Association Scholarship and Programs, which provide over $20,000 annually in scholarships to deserving students and deliver meaningful programming for alumni.
After you cross the finish line, stick around for a complimentary pancake breakfast from Chris Cakes andfor those 21 and oldera refreshing post-run beer from GLOBAL BREW [https://edwardsville.globalbrew.com/].
IMPORTANT SHIRT NOTE
To guarantee your official Cougars Unleashed race shirt, be sure to register by Friday, SEPTEMBER 4TH!
Run. Support. Celebrate. LETS UNLEASH THE SPIRITtogether!
Race timing provided by Final Lap Racing. [http://www.finallapracing.com/]
Races
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10k
Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$44.20
OPENS 24 FEBYour 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
OPENS 24 FEBYour 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
OPENS 24 FEBYour 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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