Back Your Badge Marathon
- Date Sat 19th September 2026 - Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Plainfield, Indiana
- Price Free - $70.25
- Races 4 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Participants can choose from three engaging race distances: a 5K, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon, making this event perfect for runners and walkers of all skill levels. The scenic, USA Track & Field Certified Course showcases the beauty of Plainfield, weaving through historic US 40 and the serene Plainfield Parks Trail System, with routes that honor local emergency services. Runners will represent their chosen agency, contributing miles to their team’s total, with the team amassing the most combined miles earning a prestigious traveling trophy.
Beyond the excitement of the race, every step supports vital community initiatives, including Public Safety Beneficent Programs and the Back Your Badge Paramedic Scholarship Fund. Join us in this celebration of fitness, community spirit, and service, and show your support for those who protect and serve us daily!
Organiser's Description
The scenic, USA Track & Field Certified Course highlights the very best of Plainfield, combining historic US 40, the Plainfield Parks Trail System, and routes that pass local police, fire, and communications facilities. Each participant chooses an agency to represent, and every mile completed adds to that agencys total. The team with the most combined miles will earn bragging rights and the coveted traveling trophy. Beyond the finish line, every step makes a difference. All proceeds directly support Public Safety Beneficent Programs, Local Youth Assistance Programs, and the Back Your Badge Paramedic Scholarship Fund, investing in the next generation of those who serve.
Join us in celebrating fitness, unity, and service and show your support for those who protect and serve our community every day.
Races
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Marathon
Incl. $5.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$70.25
OPENS 27 OCTMust be 16+ to register -
Half Marathon
Incl. $4.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$59.65
OPENS 27 OCTMust be 10+ to register -
5k
Incl. $3.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (7:20AM EDT)
$33.15
OPENS 27 OCT -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 27 OCTChoice of 1/2 Mile or 1 Mile untimed Fun Run for kids 11 and younger.
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Richard A. Carlucci Recreation & Aquatic Center, 651 Vestal Road, Plainfield, 46168, IN, United States
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