Fly With the Eagles Half Marathon

10/16/2026

🦅 **21 YEARS OF FLYING** 🦅

For 21 years, runners have gathered in Southern Illinois to take on 13.1 miles and Fly with the Eagles.

Some came for a PR.

Some came for a challenge.

Some came with friends.

Some came just to see if they could do it.

And every one of them had their own reason for stepping up to the starting line.

Now it's your turn.

**February 13, 2027**

Help us celebrate 21 years of the Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon. 🦅

What year did you first Fly with us? We'd love to know! Drop a comment or prior race photo below 👇

10/08/2026

🚨 **TOMORROW!** 🚨

Tomorrow is the last day to register for the **Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon** at the **$50 early-bird price!**

October 9th, the price increases to **$55.**

Don't wait.

📅 February 13, 2027
🦅 13.1 miles
✈️ Southern Illinois Airport

**Lock in your spot before the price takes off!**

https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Murphysboro/FlywiththeEaglesHalfMarathon

10/03/2026

⏰🦅 **DON'T LET THE PRICE FLY AWAY!** 🦅⏰

There's still time to lock in your spot for the **Fly with the Eagles Half Marathon** at the current early-bird price!

💰 **$50 through October 8th*

Starting October 9th, registration increases to **$55**

📅 February 13, 2027
📍 Southern Illinois Airport
🏃 13.1 miles
🏅 Custom Finisher Medal
👕 Hoodie available for early registrants

If Fly with the Eagles is on your 2027 race calendar, **now is a great time to get registered.**

🦅 **Don't wait for the price to take off!**

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).

09/26/2026

❤️ WHAT'S YOUR GOAL?

Not everyone comes to a half marathon looking for a PR.

Maybe you're training for your first 13.1.

Maybe you're getting back into running.

Maybe you're working toward a new personal best.

Maybe your goal is to run the entire distance.

Maybe you're aiming to just finish strong.

Whatever your goal is...

Make it yours.

Your goal.
Your finish line.
Your accomplishment.

🦅 Fly with the Eagles — February 13, 2027.

What's YOUR goal? 👇

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!