Fly With the Eagles Half Marathon

09/16/2026

✈️🦅 NOT YOUR TYPICAL HALF MARATHON.

You've probably run a half marathon before...

But have you run one at an airport? 😉

Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon has been bringing runners together for 21 years, and today we're proud to call Southern Illinois Airport our home.

Take on 13.1 miles, enjoy a race with a different view, and experience a Southern Illinois running tradition that's been going strong for more than two decades.

Whether you're chasing a PR, tackling your first half marathon, or simply challenging yourself to reach a new goal...

There's a place for you at Fly with the Eagles.

📅 February 13, 2027
📍 Southern Illinois Airport
🏃 13.1 miles

Your goal. Your finish line. Your accomplishment.

🦅 Come see what makes Fly with the Eagles different.

09/09/2026

🦅 Who Are You Flying With?

Every race story is better with someone beside you.

Tag the person you'd want next to you for 13.1 miles at the Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon! 👇

🏃 The training buddy
🏃 The friend who convinced you to sign up
🏃 The one who keeps you moving when you want to quit
🏃 Or the person you're trying to beat to the finish line 😉

February 13, 2027.

Who are you flying with? 🦅✈️

09/04/2026

🦅🎉 REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 🎉🦅

The wait is over!

Registration for the 2027 Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon is officially OPEN! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Join us on February 13, for the 21st running of this Southern Illinois tradition at Southern Illinois Airport!

✈️ A race with a different view
🏅 Custom Finisher Medal
👕 Hooded Sweatshirt for early registrants
🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards
🌎 In-Person & Virtual Options
❤️ A race for every goal

💰 Early Bird Registration: $50

Don't wait until February to decide what your goal will be.

Pick your goal.
Start your training.
Grab your spot.

Come Fly with the Eagles! 🦅

👉 Registration is now open!

The Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon is on Saturday February 13, 2027 to Sunday February 21, 2027. It includes the following events: 1/2 Marathon, Virtual Half Marathon, and Hoodie Only (Must Pickup at packet Pickup).

08/31/2026

📅🦅 SAVE THE DATE! 🦅📅

The countdown is on!

Registration for the 21st Annual Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon opens:

🗓️ September 4, 2026
⏰ 7:00 AM CDT

📍 Southern Illinois Airport
📅 February 13, 2027

And there's another reason to mark your calendar...

Early bird registration is only through October 8th!

Start thinking about your goal.
Start thinking about your training.
Start thinking about who you're bringing with you.

February 13, 2027 — Let's Fly! 🦅✈️

08/21/2026

🦅 The Countdown to 21 Years of Flying Begins! 🦅

The Summer Edition may be behind us, but we're already looking ahead to February!

In 2027, the Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon celebrates its 21st running, and we're excited to make this year's race one to remember. ❤️

For 21 years, runners have come together to chase goals, challenge themselves, make memories, and cross that finish line.

And now it's almost time to add another chapter.

🏃 13.1 miles
✈️ One unique race setting
🏅 One unforgettable finish
🦅 21 years of tradition

Registration opens September 4, 2026!

Whether you're chasing a PR, tackling your first half marathon, returning for another year, or simply setting a goal for yourself...

We can't wait to see what your 2027 goal will be.

🦅 Come Fly with the Eagles.

08/12/2026

🦅🎉 WE HAVE A WINNER! 🎉🦅

A huge thank you to everyone who liked, commented, and shared our Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon–Summer Edition giveaway post! We loved seeing all the excitement and support. ❤️

And now it's time to announce our lucky winner...

🥁🥁🥁

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS, Renae Eaton! 🎉

You've won a FREE ENTRY to the 2027 Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🦅

We'll be reaching out to you directly with the details on how to claim your free entry.

And to everyone who joined us for the Summer Edition, thank you for flying with us! 🦅❤️ We hope you had a great time reaching your goals, putting in the miles, and making it to the finish line!

While the Summer Edition may be over, we're already looking forward to the Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon on February 13, 2027! 🦅

📅 Registration opens September 4, 2026!

Mark your calendars and get ready to join us for the 2027!

08/08/2026

🦅 **THE TANK TOPS ARE HERE!** 🦅

Good news, Fly with the Eagles runners! Your **Summer Edition tank tops have arrived!** 🎉👕

We'll be at a few upcoming events where you can **pick yours up in person** if you'd rather not wait for the mail.

📍 Coben Peach Festival 5k/Cobden Community Park (finish line area)
📅 8/8/26
⏰ 730am-9am

📍 R2R Prediction Run/New Burnside (Tunnel Hill trail head parking lot)
📅 8/9/26
⏰ 3-4pm

📍 R2R Group Run/Herrin Sports Complex
📅 8/12/26
⏰ 515-530pm

Can't make it in person? No problem! **The remaining tank tops will be going out in the mail later next week.**

Thank you for being part of Fly with the Eagles. Whether you ran, walked, stopped, started, took your time, or pushed yourself to a new goal—you got there. ❤️

And soon you'll have the tank top and medal to celebrate it! 🦅👕🏅

We can't wait to see you sporting your Fly with the Eagles gear!

07/22/2026

🚨 Last chance!
Registration closes soon!

If you've been waiting to sign up for the Fly with the Eagles Summer Edition, this is it.

Don't miss your opportunity to: 🏅 Earn this year's finisher medal 👕 Receive the exclusive event tank top 🏃 Complete your half marathon whenever it fits YOUR schedule

No race-day stress. No crowded starting line. Just one goal—13.1 miles.

Registration closes July 24.

Who's joining us?

https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Southern/FlywiththeEaglesHalfMarathonSUMMEREDITION

07/17/2026

🎉 It's officially GO time!

The Fly with the Eagles Summer Edition has begun!

Starting today, you have until August 9 to complete your 13.1 miles.

Run at sunrise. Run after work. Run on vacation. Run with friends. Run solo.

However you get there, we're cheering for you every mile of the way.

Already registered? Drop a comment below and tell us where you'll be running from! 🌎🏃

07/17/2026

🎉 It's officially GO time!

The Fly with the Eagles Summer Edition has begun!

Starting today, you have until August 9 to complete your 13.1 miles.

Run at sunrise. Run after work. Run on vacation. Run with friends. Run solo.

However you get there, we're cheering for you every mile of the way.

Already registered? Drop a comment below and tell us where you'll be running from! 🌎🏃

The Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon-SUMMER EDITION! is on Friday July 17, 2026 to Sunday August 9, 2026.