Back the Blue 5K & 1 Mile
- Date Sat 8th May 2027
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Westminster, South Carolina
- Price $11.60 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the Back the Blue 5K & 1 Mile event on Saturday, May 8, 2027, in the beautiful city of Westminster, Oconee! This exciting 5K run and fun mile walk is more than just a race; it's a chance to support the Westminster Police Foundation, which plays a vital role in enhancing officer safety and improving community-police relationships. Participants will enjoy a scenic route through downtown Westminster, featuring the city's oldest church, charming historic neighborhoods, and the serene Veterans Park.
After crossing the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment at an unforgettable post-race party that only Westminster can deliver! All registrants will receive a free race t-shirt and a medal, with overall awards for top finishers. Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking for a fun way to engage with your community, the Back the Blue 5K & 1 Mile event is the perfect opportunity. Come run, walk, and champion community spirit with us in Westminster – we can't wait to see you there!
After crossing the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment at an unforgettable post-race party that only Westminster can deliver! All registrants will receive a free race t-shirt and a medal, with overall awards for top finishers. Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking for a fun way to engage with your community, the Back the Blue 5K & 1 Mile event is the perfect opportunity. Come run, walk, and champion community spirit with us in Westminster – we can't wait to see you there!
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 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 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. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th May 2027 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 03 NOVThe 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 8th May 2027 (8:00AM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 03 NOVThe 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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136 E Main St Westminster, Westminster, 29693, SC, United States
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