Na, Hermitage PA
Friday, September 11th, 2026
BATTLE OF THE BADGES 5K
OFFICIAL RACE DESCRIPTION
The Battle of the Badges 5K Regional Event is here.
Due to the overwhelming support from the community and conversations with local partners and sponsors, we have expanded this into a full Battle of the Badges competition, bringing together Police, Fire, and EMS departments for one unified regional event.
For the first time, departments from across the region will go head-to-head in a team-based 5K competition to determine…
Which Department Will Take The Title?
TEAM COMPETITION
- Teams: Departments will compete in teams of 4–6 members, with the top 4 finishers counting toward the team score.
- Winning Criteria: The department with the lowest combined time will take the title.
Awards include:
- Overall Champion Department
- Fastest Team
- Most Spirited Team
- Community Choice Award
- Fastest Individual (Male & Female)
OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY
This event is open to the public.
Community members are encouraged to:
- Run or Walk: Participate in the 5K.
- Support: Represent a local department.
- Join: Be part of a powerful and unified event.
OUR MISSION
We are working to raise:
- Goal: $30,000 during the month of May 2026.
- Purpose: Support and honor Police, Fire, and EMS personnel through The Badge & Flame Project.
EVENT DETAILS
- Date: May 16, 2026
- Location: Mercer County, PA
- Venue: To Be Announced
LIMITED REGISTRATION
This is a regional event open to both first responder departments and community participants.
Due to event structure and capacity, both department team entries and community registrations are limited and will be accepted on a first-come, first-confirmed basis.
Spots are expected to fill quickly.
FINAL CALL
This is more than a race.
This is competition.
This is community.
This is honoring those who serve.
Who are you running for… and which department will take the title?
