Back the Blue
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 8:45AM PST
- Location Gilroy, California
- Price $43.40 - $54.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the highly anticipated Back the Blue Run on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Christmas Hill Park in Gilroy, Santa Clara! This vibrant, family-friendly event promotes community unity and support for our local law enforcement while offering a variety of race distances, including a 1-mile fun run, a 5K, and a challenging 10K. New this year is the exciting 5K Ruck category, where participants can walk with a weighted backpack, adding a unique twist to your fitness routine.
The scenic course winds along the Uvas Creek Levee Trail, providing a picturesque backdrop for runners and walkers of all levels. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying a day out with family and friends, the Back the Blue Run is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of service, connection, and community spirit. Join us for a day filled with fun, fellowship, and family activities, including face painting for kids and vendor booths. Mark your calendars and be part of this uplifting event that brings us together—one step at a time!
The scenic course winds along the Uvas Creek Levee Trail, providing a picturesque backdrop for runners and walkers of all levels. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying a day out with family and friends, the Back the Blue Run is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of service, connection, and community spirit. Join us for a day filled with fun, fellowship, and family activities, including face painting for kids and vendor booths. Mark your calendars and be part of this uplifting event that brings us together—one step at a time!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the BACK THE BLUE RUN ,1-MILE FUN RUN, 5K, AND 10K RACE, a family-friendly community event dedicated to strengthening the relationship between law enforcement and the communities we proudly serve. Whether you're an experienced runner, a casual walker, or simply looking for a fun way to spend the day with family and friends, everyone is welcome.
We are excited to add a 5K RUCK category. Rucking is walking with a weighted backpack, combining cardio and strength straining for a full body workout. We are partnering with the Garlic City Ruckers who will be weighing the ruck packs before the race.
The BACK THE BLUE RUN is more than just a race- its a celebration of service, unity, and the people who make our communities stronger. Together we honor the dedication of first responders while encouraging positive relationships between law enforcement and the public through fitness, fun, and fellowship.
JOIN US SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2026 AT CHRISTMAS HILL PARK AND BE PART OF A TRADITION THAT BRINGS OUR COMMUNITY TOGETHER- ONE STEP AT A TIME.
ABOUT THE COURSE:
The route will begin at Christmas Hill Park (Ranch Side) and continues along the Uvas Creek Levee Trail. There will be visibly marked turnaround points for runners. The course is mainly flat and paved, offering a beautiful scenic route.
SPONSORSHIP AND DONATIONS
BACK THE BLUE RUN offers various levels of sponsorships. Each Sponsorship Tier provides different specifications from social media recognition to your business logo on the race medal and shirt. Please email backthebluegilroyca@gmail.com for information on sponsorship opportunities.
Whether you choose to donate supplies, services, or financial support, every contribution is sincerely appreciated. Your generosity helps make BACK THE BLUE RUN a success and allows us to continue strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the communities we serve.
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
* REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR CONFIRMED T-SHIRTS IS FRIDAY OCTOBER 2, 2026.
* FINAL REGISTRATION FRIDAY OCTOBER 23. SHIRT SIZE NOT GUARANTEED.
* SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE IS FRIDAY OCTOBER2 4 FOR BUSINESSES WITH LOGOS ON SHIRT AND POSTERS.
* SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 23 FOR LEO AGENCIES, VENDORS, OR BUSINESSES WITH NO LOGO ON SHIRTS/MEDALS.
* STROLLERS ALLOWED BUT PLEASE START TOWARDS THE BACK OF THE GROUP TO ALLOW SPACE.
* NO PETS ALLOWED
MORE THAN A RACE
BACK THE BLUE IS A CELEBRATION OF COMMUNITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES:
* FIRST RESPONDER DISPLAYS
* FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE
* VENDOR BOOTHS
* FINISHER MEDALS
* FOOD VENDORS
* KIDS CORNER WITH FACE PAINTING AND CRAFTS!
RACE PACKET OPTIONS
UPDATE!!!!!!!!!!
T-shirts and bibs will be available for in person pickup on Thursday November 5 and Friday November 6 at Under Armour Outlet, 8300 Arroyo Circle Suite 220 between 4-8 PM. Participants may also pick up t-shirts and bibs race day check-in beginning at 7:00-8:30 on Saturday November 7 at Christmas Hill Park (Ranch Side).
Participants may pick up race packets for other registered runners with approval and verification from the registrant.
We are excited to add a 5K RUCK category. Rucking is walking with a weighted backpack, combining cardio and strength straining for a full body workout. We are partnering with the Garlic City Ruckers who will be weighing the ruck packs before the race.
The BACK THE BLUE RUN is more than just a race- its a celebration of service, unity, and the people who make our communities stronger. Together we honor the dedication of first responders while encouraging positive relationships between law enforcement and the public through fitness, fun, and fellowship.
JOIN US SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2026 AT CHRISTMAS HILL PARK AND BE PART OF A TRADITION THAT BRINGS OUR COMMUNITY TOGETHER- ONE STEP AT A TIME.
ABOUT THE COURSE:
The route will begin at Christmas Hill Park (Ranch Side) and continues along the Uvas Creek Levee Trail. There will be visibly marked turnaround points for runners. The course is mainly flat and paved, offering a beautiful scenic route.
SPONSORSHIP AND DONATIONS
BACK THE BLUE RUN offers various levels of sponsorships. Each Sponsorship Tier provides different specifications from social media recognition to your business logo on the race medal and shirt. Please email backthebluegilroyca@gmail.com for information on sponsorship opportunities.
Whether you choose to donate supplies, services, or financial support, every contribution is sincerely appreciated. Your generosity helps make BACK THE BLUE RUN a success and allows us to continue strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the communities we serve.
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
* REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR CONFIRMED T-SHIRTS IS FRIDAY OCTOBER 2, 2026.
* FINAL REGISTRATION FRIDAY OCTOBER 23. SHIRT SIZE NOT GUARANTEED.
* SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE IS FRIDAY OCTOBER2 4 FOR BUSINESSES WITH LOGOS ON SHIRT AND POSTERS.
* SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 23 FOR LEO AGENCIES, VENDORS, OR BUSINESSES WITH NO LOGO ON SHIRTS/MEDALS.
* STROLLERS ALLOWED BUT PLEASE START TOWARDS THE BACK OF THE GROUP TO ALLOW SPACE.
* NO PETS ALLOWED
MORE THAN A RACE
BACK THE BLUE IS A CELEBRATION OF COMMUNITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES:
* FIRST RESPONDER DISPLAYS
* FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE
* VENDOR BOOTHS
* FINISHER MEDALS
* FOOD VENDORS
* KIDS CORNER WITH FACE PAINTING AND CRAFTS!
RACE PACKET OPTIONS
UPDATE!!!!!!!!!!
T-shirts and bibs will be available for in person pickup on Thursday November 5 and Friday November 6 at Under Armour Outlet, 8300 Arroyo Circle Suite 220 between 4-8 PM. Participants may also pick up t-shirts and bibs race day check-in beginning at 7:00-8:30 on Saturday November 7 at Christmas Hill Park (Ranch Side).
Participants may pick up race packets for other registered runners with approval and verification from the registrant.
Races
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1- Mile Fun Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:30AM PST)
$43.40
-
5k Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM PST)
$54.00
-
10k Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (8:45AM PST)
$54.00
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5k Ruck
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM PST)
$54.00
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7049 Miller Ave, Gilroy, 95020, CA, United States
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