Waco Run Tour - Battle of the Badges

Saturday, January 30, 2027
8:30 AM CST
Waco, Texas
$23.70–$34.30 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a thrilling day of community spirit and friendly competition at the Waco Run Tour - Battle of the Badges on Saturday, January 30th, 2027, in beautiful Waco, McLennan. This exciting event features a Half Marathon and a 5K, inviting both runners and walkers of all levels to join in the fun! The race, which kicks off at 8 AM at Waco Fire Station 1, showcases a spirited competition between the Waco Fire and Police Departments, allowing participants to choose their team when registering.

Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day of racing, but you'll also be supporting a great cause—the proceeds will benefit the 100 Club Heart of Texas. Participants in the 5K will receive a stylish dri-fit t-shirt (if registered by January 18) and the coveted medal #1 of the Waco Run Tour. The event schedule includes a 1 Mile Fun Run at 8 AM, followed by the 5K at 9 AM, and award ceremonies for the 5K shortly after. Join us rain or shine for a memorable day of fitness and camaraderie!

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt

    Race-day registration and packet pick-up available from 7:15-8:00am. Registration on personal devices (phones) only; credit card only. This is a chip-timed race! Awards for overall male and female, and 1st place male and female in the following age groups: 12 & Under, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 to 70 & Up.

    9:00 AM CST

    $34.30

    Register
  • 1 Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $3.70 Fee

    For fun, untimed event!

    8:30 AM CST

    $23.70

    Register

Organiser's description

*ONLY 2 RACES FOR THE 2027 WACO RUN TOUR ARE CURRENTLY ACTIVE. IF YOU ARE WANTING THE BUNDLE DISCOUNT TO APPLY TO ALL 4 RACES, PLEASE WAIT UNTIL THE OTHER RACES ARE RENEWED (after the 2026 races are complete).*

Lace-up your running (or walking) shoes for the third annual Battle of the Badges Half Marathon & 5K, on Saturday, January 30th. 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. This year race proceeds will be benefit 100 Club Heart of Texas!

This race is race #1 of the WACO RUN TOUR and designed to be fun for walkers and runners of all levels.

All participants of the 5K will receive a dri-fit t-shirt (if signed up before 1/18), and medal #1 of the WACO RUN TOUR.

1 milers will receive medal #1 of the WACO RUN TOUR.



RACE DAY SCHEDULE:

8 1 Mile Fun Run

9 5K

9 5K awards



EARLY PACKET PICKUP:

Friday January 29th 4PM-6PM

Waco Fire Station 1 - 100 Peach Street Waco, TX 76706



WEATHER/REFUND POLICY:

This is a rain or shine event. In the event of severe weather, all participants will be transferred to a virtual 5K option with the ability to run and submit your own time.

No refunds will be given for any reason. In the event that you are unable to attend, your registration payment will be contributed to 100 Club Heart of Texas.

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Location

Waco Fire Station 1, 100 Peach Street, Waco, 76706, TX, United States

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