California · 1 Mile · 5K · 10K
Back the Blue
Back the Blue is a 1 Mile, 5K and 10K event held in Gilroy, California. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, November 7, 2026. About 25 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- November 7, 2026
- Location
- Gilroy, CA
- Field size
- ~25 runners
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Location
- Gilroy, California
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K
- Field size
- About 25 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 30, 2026: closed
- Start time
- 8:30 AM PST
- Course profile — 10K
- Out-and-back course; Road surface
- Course profile — 5K
- Out-and-back course; Road surface
About the Back the Blue
Join us for the Back the Blue Run , 1-Mile Fun Run, 5k, and 10k race , a family-friendly community event dedicated to strengthening the relationship between law enforcement and the communities we proudly serve. Whether you're an experienced runner, a casual walker, or simply looking for a fun way to spend the day with family and friends, everyone is welcome. The Back the Blue Run is more than just a race- its a celebration of service, unity, and the people who make our communities stronger. Tog…
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Back the Blue: common questions
- When is the Back the Blue?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, November 7, 2026.
- Where is the Back the Blue held?
- In Gilroy, California.
- What distances does the Back the Blue offer?
- 1 Mile, 5K and 10K.
- How many people run the Back the Blue?
- About 25 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Back the Blue?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Back the Blue?
- Registration status as last checked October 30, 2026: closed.
- What time does the Back the Blue start?
- 8:30 AM PST.
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