1st Annual Back the Blue 5K & 1 Mile
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Westminster, South Carolina
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 1st Annual Back the Blue 5K & 1 Mile event on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the charming city of Westminster, Oconee. This exciting race not only invites participants to enjoy a scenic course through downtown Westminster, featuring historic neighborhoods and the city's oldest church, but also supports a worthy cause. Proceeds benefit the Westminster Police Foundation, which enhances officer safety and fosters community-police relationships through vital funding for technology, training, and equipment.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely stroll, this event is perfect for everyone. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, and cap off your run with a fantastic post-race party unique to Westminster! All registrants will receive a free race t-shirt, and there will be overall awards for top finishers. Come run, walk, and celebrate the bond between the community and its police—mark your calendar for this unforgettable day!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely stroll, this event is perfect for everyone. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, and cap off your run with a fantastic post-race party unique to Westminster! All registrants will receive a free race t-shirt, and there will be overall awards for top finishers. Come run, walk, and celebrate the bond between the community and its police—mark your calendar for this unforgettable day!
Organiser's Description
Join us for a feel-good 5K with a purpose! The Westminster Police Foundation supports the Westminster Police Department by funding technology, training, and equipmentenhancing officer safety and wellness while strengthening communitypolice relationships through outreach and engagement.
Our First Annual Westminster 5K & Fun Run showcases scenic downtown Westminster: the citys oldest church, historic neighborhoods, and Veterans Park. Well finish downtown with a post-race party only the City of Westminster can deliver!
Perks & Awards
Overall awards for top finishers
Free race t-shirt for every registrant
Come run, walk, and celebrate communitywe cant wait to welcome you to Westminster!
Our First Annual Westminster 5K & Fun Run showcases scenic downtown Westminster: the citys oldest church, historic neighborhoods, and Veterans Park. Well finish downtown with a post-race party only the City of Westminster can deliver!
Perks & Awards
Overall awards for top finishers
Free race t-shirt for every registrant
Come run, walk, and celebrate communitywe cant wait to welcome you to Westminster!
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300 E Main St Westminster, Westminster, 29693, SC, United States
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