Battle of the Badges Half Marathon, 5K, & 1 Mile Fun Run

Event Details

Lace-up your running (or walking) shoes for the first-annual Battle of the Badges Half Marathon & 5K, on Saturday, February 8th. This family-friendly event features a fun competition between the Waco Fire and Police Departments. Choose which team you will support when you register and let the battle begin!

The race kicks off at 8am at Waco Fire Station 1. Race proceeds will benefit both the Waco Professional Firefighters - IAFF 478 & The Waco Police Association.

Half marathon participants will receive a long sleeve dri-fit shirt and 5K participants will receive a short sleeve cotton shirt. 1 mile participants will not receive a shirt, but have the option to purchase either shirt at checkout.

Course Offerings

• Half Marathon (Team Police) - 13.1 Miles - $50.00
• Half Marathon (Team Fire) - 13.1 Miles - $50.00
• 5K (Team Police) - 5K - $30.00
• 5K (Team Fire) - 5K - $30.00
• 1 Mile Fun Run (Team Police) - 1 Mile - $20.00
• 1 Mile Fun Run (Team Fire) - 1 Mile - $20.00

Race Schedule

• Half Marathon (Team Police) - 8:30 AM CST
• Half Marathon (Team Fire) - 8:30 AM CST
• 5K (Team Police) - 9:00 AM CST
• 5K (Team Fire) - 9:00 AM CST
• 1 Mile Fun Run (Team Police) - 8:15 AM CST
• 1 Mile Fun Run (Team Fire) - 8:15 AM CST

Location

Waco Fire Station 1, 100 Peach Street, Waco, TX 76706

Finisher medals will be awarded to Half Marathon & 5K participants, featuring unique designs with flashing lights!