Purdue Boilermaker Half-Marathon & 5K

15th Annual Purdue Boilermaker Half-Marathon & 5k

BOILER UP on Saturday, October 24 at the 15th Annual Purdue Boilermaker Half-Marathon & 5k, Presented by the Franciscan OrthoIndy Surgery Center! Join the crowd of 5,000+ competitors at this classic event outside of Ross-Ade Stadium, the home for Purdue football! The thrilling half-marathon course travels through the gorgeous Purdue University Campus and parts of West Lafayette! While the 5k sticks to the beautiful campus!

Purdue students and active/retired Military members get $5.00 off their entry!

This year's race is the same weekend as the Feast of the Hunters' Moon festival, hosted by the Tippecanoe County Historical Association. The event attracts 40,000+ attendees to the area. Be sure to reserve your housing ASAP!

Shirts, Medals & Awards!

High-quality, soft-style shirts (unisex sizing) are included for those that pre-register by Thursday, October 15. Sizing may be limited after this date. All finishers will receive an amazing medal, AND we offer Overall + Age-Group Awards!

Course Info

The Half-marathon features many iconic areas on the Purdue University campus. Then you'll hop on the smooth, paved bike trail system, which travels along the western outskirts of campus and through the gorgeous Celery Bog Nature Area. The exciting 5k route stay exclusively on the incredible Purdue University campus.

Official Pacing Team

Our official pacers are back to help you reach your goal at the 2026 Purdue Boilermaker Half-Marathon & 5k! All pacers will be easy to spot, and holding a pace sign.

People's Brewing Beer Garden

Lafayette's own People's Brewing Company will host our post-race beer garden! All finishers 21+ (with ID) can celebrate with one (1) free beer after crossing the finish line!

Referrals

Did you know we offer a refund of $15 for every 3 friends who signup using YOUR Referral Link for either the half-marathon or 5k?? Here's how it works: After you register for the event, you'll receive a confirmation e-mail. Within this e-mail you'll see a special registration URL Referral Link . Share this link with all your friends, family, and coworkers. Once three of them signup with that link, you will receive your refund*. It's that simple! *Please note: Total refunds cannot exceed the amount paid from your original registration cost