Battle of the Badges Half Marathon, 5K, & 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date Sat 8th February 2025
- Time 8:15AM EST
- Location Waco, Texas
- Price $23.20 - $55.00
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and friendly competition at the inaugural Battle of the Badges Half Marathon, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, in beautiful Waco, McLennan. This family-friendly event kicks off at 8 AM at Waco Fire Station 1 and features an exhilarating showdown between the Waco Fire and Police Departments. Participants can choose to support their favorite team while enjoying a scenic course designed for runners of all abilities.
Challenge yourself with the half marathon, sprint through the 5K, or enjoy a leisurely pace in the 1 Mile Fun Run. All participants will receive a race shirt, with half marathon runners getting a long sleeve dri-fit shirt and 5K runners receiving a short sleeve cotton shirt. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a thrilling event that not only promotes fitness but also benefits the Waco Professional Firefighters - IAFF 478 and The Waco Police Association. Join us in celebrating our local heroes while making lasting memories with friends and family!
Challenge yourself with the half marathon, sprint through the 5K, or enjoy a leisurely pace in the 1 Mile Fun Run. All participants will receive a race shirt, with half marathon runners getting a long sleeve dri-fit shirt and 5K runners receiving a short sleeve cotton shirt. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a thrilling event that not only promotes fitness but also benefits the Waco Professional Firefighters - IAFF 478 and The Waco Police Association. Join us in celebrating our local heroes while making lasting memories with friends and family!
Organiser's Description
Lace-up your running (or walking) shoes for the first-annual Battle of the Badges Half Marathon & 5K, on Saturday, February 8th. This family-friendly event features a fun competition between the Waco Fire and Police Departments. Choose which team you will support when you register and let the battle begin! The race kicks off at 8am at Waco Fire Station 1. Race proceeds will be benefit both Waco Professional Firefighters - IAFF 478 & The Waco Police Association.
Half marathon participants will receive a long sleeve dri-fit shirt and 5K participants will receive a short sleeve cotton shirt. 1 mile participants will not receive a shirt, but have the option to purchase either shirt at checkout. Shirts guaranteed for participants who are registered by 1/21/25. After that, shirts will be first come first serve.
Half Marathon course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6355341013
5K course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6332433397
1 mile course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6353285317
All registrations are final and are non-refundable and non-transferable. Proceeds from registrations, whether used or not used, will go to support the Waco Police Association & Waco Professional Firefighters - IAFF 478.
Half marathon participants will receive a long sleeve dri-fit shirt and 5K participants will receive a short sleeve cotton shirt. 1 mile participants will not receive a shirt, but have the option to purchase either shirt at checkout. Shirts guaranteed for participants who are registered by 1/21/25. After that, shirts will be first come first serve.
Half Marathon course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6355341013
5K course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6332433397
1 mile course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6353285317
All registrations are final and are non-refundable and non-transferable. Proceeds from registrations, whether used or not used, will go to support the Waco Police Association & Waco Professional Firefighters - IAFF 478.
Races
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Half Marathon (Team Police)
Incl. $5.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th February 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$55.00
Race-day registration and packet pick-up available from 7:15-8:00am. Registration on personal devices (phones) only; credit card only. Awards given to the overall M/F, and top three M/F per age group. No duplicate awards. Age groups: 11&U, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, etc. to 70+ T-shirt available up to 1/20, then first come - first serve. This is a chip-timed race! -
Half Marathon (Team Fire)
Incl. $5.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th February 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$55.00
Race-day registration and packet pick-up available from 7:15-8:00am. Registration on personal devices (phones) only; credit card only. Awards given to the overall M/F, and top three M/F per age group. No duplicate awards. Age groups: 11&U, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, etc. to 70+ T-shirt available up to 1/20, then first come - first serve. This is a chip-timed race! -
5K (Team Police)
Incl. $3.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th February 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$33.80
Race-day registration and packet pick-up available from 7:15-8:00am. Registration on personal devices (phones) only; credit card only. Awards given to the overall M/F, and top three M/F per age group. No duplicate awards. Age groups: 11&U, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, etc. to 70+ T-shirt available up to 1/20, then first come - first serve. This is a chip-timed race! -
5K (Team Fire)
Incl. $3.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th February 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$33.80
Race-day registration and packet pick-up available from 7:15-8:00am. Registration on personal devices (phones) only; credit card only. Awards given to the overall M/F, and top three M/F per age group. No duplicate awards. Age groups: 11&U, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, etc. to 70+ T-shirt available up to 1/20, then first come - first serve. This is a chip-timed race! -
1 Mile Fun Run (Team Police)
Incl. $3.20 Fee
Sat 8th February 2025 (8:15AM EST)
$23.20
For fun, untimed event! T-shirt available up to 1/20, then first come - first serve. -
1 Mile Fun Run (Team Fire)
Incl. $3.20 Fee
Sat 8th February 2025 (8:15AM EST)
$23.20
For fun, untimed event! T-shirt available up to 1/20, then first come - first serve.
Battle of the Badges Half Marathon, 5K, & 1 Mile Fun Run