Hero Hustle: Battle Of the Badges
Hero Hustle: Battle Of the Badges is a running race on September 27, 2026 in Potosi, MO, with an entry fee of $45.
- Date
- September 27, 2026 (56 days to go)
- Location
- Park Drive, Potosi, MO
- Price
- $45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Hero Hustle Fun Run: Battle of the Badges
Run. Walk. Give Back.
Join us for Battle of The Badges, hosted by KB Gives Back, as local Fire, Law Enforcement, and EMS agencies come together with the community for a friendly competition with one shared goal - investing in the future of our community.
Whether you're an experienced runner, a casual walker, or simply looking for a fun family-friendly event, Hero Hustle is for everyone. Choose between our 5K Run or 1-mile Fun Run/Walk and help make a lasting impact.
Proceeds from Hero Hustle will directly support the KB Gives Back Scholarship Fund, helping local students pursue higher education, trade schools, technical programs, or other career paths after graduation. We believe investing in our students is an investment in the future of our communities, and every registration helps create opportunities for the next generation.
Event Highlights
Battle of the Badges competition
5K run or 1 mile run/walk
Customized Event Finisher Medal
Event T-Shirt
"Touch a Truck"- Community and kids interact with first responders and explore the first responder vehicles. Fire trucks, Ambulance, Cop cars, & Helicopter (Pending weather).
BBQ Food Plates for sale
Help support our local first responders, and future first responders.
Whether you're racing for a personal best, walking with friends and family, or cheering on your favorite department, you're helping make a difference for our community and local students.
You don't have to be a first responder to participate! Just select which department you want to support when you register, and they will receive the points. May the best badge win!
One Community. One Purpose. Big Impact.
"Today we run for those who serve, those we love, and those we miss."
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Potosi 4 Sw, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Potosi, MO
Nearest Airport
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 61 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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56
Days to train
- Race
- Hero Hustle: Battle Of the Badges
- Date
- September 27, 2026
- Location
- Park Drive, Potosi, MO
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From Endurance Grid
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Hero Hustle: Battle Of the Badges
Sep 27, 2026