1st Annual Back the Blue 5K & 1 Mile
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Westminster, South Carolina
- Price $11.60 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of community spirit at the 1st Annual Back the Blue 5K & 1 Mile on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in beautiful Westminster, Oconee. This exciting event not only promotes fitness but also supports a great cause—the Westminster Police Foundation, which enhances officer safety and wellness while fostering strong community-police relationships. Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K run or a fun 1-mile walk through the charming streets of downtown Westminster, featuring historic landmarks like the city’s oldest church and Veterans Park.
After crossing the finish line, join in the lively post-race celebration filled with music, food, and community camaraderie. All registrants will receive a free race t-shirt and a medal, with awards for top finishers in various categories. Don’t miss this opportunity to run, walk, and celebrate together while supporting a vital local cause. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, we can't wait to welcome you to Westminster for a day of fun and fellowship!
After crossing the finish line, join in the lively post-race celebration filled with music, food, and community camaraderie. All registrants will receive a free race t-shirt and a medal, with awards for top finishers in various categories. Don’t miss this opportunity to run, walk, and celebrate together while supporting a vital local cause. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, we can't wait to welcome you to Westminster for a day of fun and fellowship!
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 and medal for every registrant (Not guaranteed for registrations after May 5th)
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 and medal for every registrant (Not guaranteed for registrations after May 5th)
Come run, walk, and celebrate communitywe cant wait to welcome you to Westminster!
Races
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Back the Blue 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$48.70
The 5K will start and end on Main Street in beautiful downtown Westminster! Runners will run up Main Street, over to North St, pass Park Place Ice Cream Shop, Anderson park, and turn left down Grey Street, then left up Abbey Street, where they will pass by Westminster Presbyterian Church, the oldest church in Westminster! Then, runners will turn right down North Isundega Street and enjoy some downhill reprieve. From there, runners will turn left on Anderson and right on Hall Street, and left on Gaston Circle before turning left on Jenkins and heading to Highway 183. After running back into town, runners will turn left on North Street and take the slight right to run back down Main Street. This route is a fun, challenging course that can be enjoyed by runners, walkers, and everyone at all levels of fitness! Parking for the event will be on Windsor Street, the old Walgreens Parking Lot, and possibly Retreat Street. We will update the website as we confirm parking at other locations. -
Fun Run 1 Mile
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$11.60
The fun run will take place on Main Street! Runners will start and finish at the start line adjacent to the end of the Depot parking lot. Runners will run up Main Street, through the underpass, and turn around and come back down Main Street.
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Location
136 E Main St Westminster, Westminster, 29693, SC, United States
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