Back Your Badge Marathon
Saturday, September 18 – Sunday, September 19, 2027
9:00 AM EDT
Plainfield, Indiana
Free–$70.25 · 4 races
5km, 1 Mile, Half Marathon, Marathon
Event summary
Mark your calendars for the 4th Annual Back Your Badge Marathon, taking place on Saturday, September 18th, and Sunday, September 19th, 2027, in the picturesque town of Plainfield, Hendricks. This premier running event is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of community, wellness, and the dedicated professionals of our Public Safety Agencies, including Police, Fire, and Communications. Runners and walkers of all levels can choose from three exciting race distances: a 5K, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon, making it an inclusive event for everyone.
The scenic, USA Track & Field Certified Course showcases the best of Plainfield, featuring historic US 40 and the beautiful Plainfield Parks Trail System, with routes that honor our local heroes by passing by key public safety facilities. Participants will represent their chosen agency, with each mile contributing to their team's total. The agency with the most miles will take home the coveted traveling trophy, adding an exciting competitive spirit to the event. Plus, every registration helps support vital Public Safety Beneficent Programs, Local Youth Assistance Programs, and the Back Your Badge Paramedic Scholarship Fund. Join us in this uplifting event and show your support for those who protect and serve
The scenic, USA Track & Field Certified Course showcases the best of Plainfield, featuring historic US 40 and the beautiful Plainfield Parks Trail System, with routes that honor our local heroes by passing by key public safety facilities. Participants will represent their chosen agency, with each mile contributing to their team's total. The agency with the most miles will take home the coveted traveling trophy, adding an exciting competitive spirit to the event. Plus, every registration helps support vital Public Safety Beneficent Programs, Local Youth Assistance Programs, and the Back Your Badge Paramedic Scholarship Fund. Join us in this uplifting event and show your support for those who protect and serve
Races
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Marathon
Incl. $5.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Must be 16+ to register
RegisterSunday, Sep 19, 2027 (7:30 AM EDT)
$70.25
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Half Marathon
Incl. $4.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Must be 10+ to register
RegisterSunday, Sep 19, 2027 (7:30 AM EDT)
$59.65
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Kids Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Choice of 1/2 Mile or 1 Mile untimed Fun Run for kids 11 and younger.
RegisterSaturday, Sep 18, 2027 (9:00 AM EDT)
Free
Organiser's description
The Back Your Badge Marathon is a premier running event proudly sponsored by the Town of Plainfield to honor and support all Public Safety Agencies Police, Fire, and Communications. These dedicated professionals have made a shared commitment to the health and wellness of their personnel, and now its your turn to join them on the course. Celebrate community, wellness, and service at the 4th Annual Back Your Badge Marathon, featuring three exciting race distances the 5K, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon giving runners and walkers of all levels a chance to participate.
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.
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.
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Location
Richard A. Carlucci Recreation & Aquatic Center, 651 Vestal Road, Plainfield, 46168, IN, United States
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