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1st Annual Back the Blue 5K & 1 Mile

Sat May 16, 2026

Events

Back the Blue 5k Run/Walk

Price: $45
Time: 8:30AM EDT 10:30AM EDT
Registration ends May 16, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT

Fun Run 1 Mile

Price: $10
Time: 8:00AM EDT 9:00AM EDT
Registration ends May 16, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT

Place

The Fun Run will take place on Main Street in downtown Westminster.
The 5K will start and end on Main Street, beginning at the edge of the depot Parking lot (closest to the depot), traveling up to North Ave to Grey Street, down the hill to W. Abbey Street, up to North Isundega, and down to Anderson Avenue. From there, runners will run up to Hall Street and turn right on Hall, left on Gaston Circle, and left on Jenkins Street to Highway 183. Runners will then run down 183 to North Avenue and back down Main Street to finish at 136 East Main. A water station will be located at approximately halfway, at the intersection of Anderson and Hall St.

Description

Join us for a feel-good 5K with a purpose! The Westminster Police Foundation supports the Westminster Police Department by funding technology, training, and equipment—enhancing officer safety and wellness while strengthening community–police relationships through outreach and engagement.

Our First Annual Westminster 5K & Fun Run showcases scenic downtown Westminster: the city’s oldest church, historic neighborhoods, and Veteran’s Park. We’ll finish downtown with a post-race party only the City of Westminster can deliver!

Perks & Awards

Overall awards for top finishers
Free race t-shirt and medal for every registrant

Come run, walk, and celebrate community—we can’t wait to welcome you to Westminster!

Race Contact Info

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Directions

The Fun Run will take place on Main Street in downtown Westminster.
The 5K will start and end on Main Street, beginning at the edge of the depot Parking lot (closest to the depot), traveling up to North Ave to Grey Street, down the hill to W. Abbey Street, up to North Isundega, and down to Anderson Avenue. From there, runners will run up to Hall Street and turn right on Hall, left on Gaston Circle, and left on Jenkins Street to Highway 183. Runners will then run down 183 to North Avenue and back down Main Street to finish at 136 East Main. A water station will be located at approximately halfway, at the intersection of Anderson and Hall St.

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