Alabama · 5K
ODK Homecoming Cake Race
ODK Homecoming Cake Race is a 5K event held in Auburn, Alabama. It was last held on September 24, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 235 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Auburn, AL
- Field size
- ~235 runners
Race details
- Last held
- September 24, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Auburn, Alabama
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 235 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
About the ODK Homecoming Cake Race
This is a 5K that is put on annually by Omicron Delta Kappa to foster school spirit during homecoming week! Students as well as community members are encouraged to run in or attend this fun, family-friendly event. There will be cake for every runner following the race but, the first three male and first three female winners of the race will each receive their own cake to take home.
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ODK Homecoming Cake Race: common questions
- When is the ODK Homecoming Cake Race?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the ODK Homecoming Cake Race held?
- In Auburn, Alabama.
- What distances does the ODK Homecoming Cake Race offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the ODK Homecoming Cake Race?
- About 235 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the ODK Homecoming Cake Race?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the ODK Homecoming Cake Race?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open.
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