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Back Your Badge Marathon

Sun, Sep 20, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT

Location
Plainfield, IN
Richard A. Carlucci Recreation & Aquatic Center, 651 Vestal Road, 46168
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Who it's for

  • For a Cause
  • Military & First Responders
  • Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers

Perks & features

  • Awards

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sun, Sep 20, 7:20 AM EDT · From $33.15

    Opens Oct 26, 2025, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM EST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sun, Sep 20, 7:30 AM EDT · From $59.65

    Opens Oct 27, 2025, 3:00 AM EDT · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM EST

  • 26.2 Miles

    Sun, Sep 20, 7:30 AM EDT · From $70.25

    Opens Oct 27, 2025, 3:00 AM EDT · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM EST

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From the organizer

The Back Your Badge Marathon is a premier running event proudly sponsored by the Town of Plainfield to honor and support all Public Safety Agencies — Police, Fire, and Communications. These dedicated professionals have made a shared commitment to the health and wellness of their personnel, and now it’s your turn to join them on the course. Celebrate community, wellness, and service at the 4th Annual Back Your Badge Marathon, featuring three exciting race distances — the 5K, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon — giving runners and walkers of all levels a chance to participate.

The scenic, USA Track & Field Certified Course highlights the very best of Plainfield, combining historic US 40, the Plainfield Parks Trail System, and routes that pass local police, fire, and communications facilities. Each participant chooses an agency to represent, and every mile completed adds to that agency’s total. The team with the most combined miles will earn bragging rights and the coveted traveling trophy. Beyond the finish line, every step makes a difference. All proceeds directly support Public Safety Beneficent Programs, Local Youth Assistance Programs, and the Back Your Badge Paramedic Scholarship Fund, investing in the next generation of those who serve.

Join us in celebrating fitness, unity, and service — and show your support for those who protect and serve our community every day.

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