500 W 13th St, Deer Park TX
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Join the Deer Park and La Porte, Texas communities for the 6th annual 5K. Whether you're running, walking, or crawling, come start the day with this 5k before heading inside for the main Back the Blue BBQ & Festival! We are so excited for this year being held at the NEW Jimmy Burke Activity Center. This annual event aims to bring together local officers with their community, and provide support for the men & women in blue.
You do not have to be law enforcement to participate! (current law enforcement officer's: please email us ahead of time for your discount code).
Last day to register and receive a race t-shirt: October 6th. (IF we have left over shirts they may be available race morning after 830am).
The exact race route is being re-evaluated and will be posted at a later date. Terrain will remain level roadway.
Packet pickup:
Thursday October 15th, exact time TBD.
Friday, October 16th, exact time TBD.
All proceeds go to the Deer Park Police Officer's Association (501c4).
Race Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1MSvogCWsA/
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There's more after the race! Stay for the annual BBQ Cook-off & Festival with tons to do. For main event info visit: https://www.backthebluebbqfest.org/
Race-day essentials
Light, simple picks for a fast effort.


SHOKZ OpenRun Bone Conduction Open-Ear Bluetooth Sport Headphones, Running Workout Bundle with Waterproof Carrying Case & Sweat Headband, IP67 Sweat Resistant, 8H Playtime, Mic, Black
$129.95

Garmin Forerunner 55, GPS Running Watch with Daily Suggested Workouts, Up to 2 Weeks of Battery Life, Black - 010-02562-00
$164.99

goodr A Unicorn's Calamity Polarized Sunglasses, Medium Sized (OG), Black Solid Frames with Black Non-Reflective Glare Reducing Lenses, UV400 Protection, No Slip, No Bounce
$30.00

Nathan Peak Running Hydration Waist Pack Belt w/Speed Draw Flask Water Bottle, 18oz/535 ml Push/Pull Race Cap, Expandable Zippered Stretch Pocket
$44.00
Train for this race
Run clubs in Deer Park, TX host weekly group runs — a great way to prep for race day.