Brotherhood for the Fallen
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Brotherhood for the Fallen 1/2 Mile Fun Run, 5K & 10K
This community running event in Suffolk County, New York is centered at the Suffolk County Police Department - 4th Precinct in Smithtown and is held rain or shine. The event offers multiple distances:
- 1/2 Mile Fun Run
- 5K
- 10K
Amenities include an opening ceremony that features the national anthem, a DJ and announcer, post-race refreshments, giveaways, vendors, and an awards ceremony. There are raffles and a silent auction with ticket sales at packet pickup and on race day; cash, Venmo, and credit cards are accepted. A balloon artist and a complimentary photo booth will be on site. All 5K and 10K finishers receive a medal, and free finish line photos and same-day video highlights are provided. Personalized bibs are available for participants who register three weeks in advance. The fun run is supported by mascots and finishers receive a goody bag and a T-shirt while supplies last. The 5K and 10K courses are supervised by Suffolk County Highway Patrol Officers.
Course notes: the 10K uses the 5K course with an added loop near the 2-mile mark; the 10K loop is hilly between miles three and four. Water stations are located at mile two and between miles four and five.
Proceeds benefit the Brotherhood for the Fallen, a nonprofit that supports families of fallen law enforcement officers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.