Waco Fire Station 1, Waco TX
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Event Overview
- Event Name: Battle of the Badges Half Marathon & 5K
- Date: Saturday, January 31st, 2026
- Location: Waco Fire Station 1, Waco, TX
- URL: Register here
Description
- Competition: A fun competition between the Waco Fire and Police Departments.
- Team Registration: Choose which team you will support when you register.
- Start Time: The race kicks off at 8am.
- Proceeds: Benefits both Waco Professional Firefighters - IAFF 478 & The Waco Police Association.
Race Information
- Tour: This race is race #1 of the WACO RUN TOUR.
- Participation: Designed to be fun for walkers and runners of all levels.
- Swag: All participants will receive a dri-fit t-shirt and medal #1 of the WACO RUN TOUR.
Race Day Schedule
- 8:15am: 1 Mile Fun Run
- 8:30am: Half Marathon
- 9:00am: 5K
- 9:45am: 5K awards
- 11:30am: Half Marathon awards
Early Packet Pickup
- Date: Friday, January 30th
- Time: 4PM-6PM
- Location: Waco Fire Station 1 - 100 Peach Street Waco, TX 76706
Weather/Refund Policy
- Event Status: This is a rain or shine event.
- Severe Weather: Participants will be transferred to a virtual 5K option.
- No Refunds: No refunds will be given for any reason.
- Contribution: Registration payments will be contributed to the Waco Professional Firefighters - IAFF 478 & The Waco Police Association if unable to attend.
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