National Police Week 5K
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National Police Week 5K
The Officer Down Memorial Page is hosting the 20th Annual National Police Week 5K on May 9, 2026 in Crystal City, Arlington, Virginia. The event includes an in-person 5K and a Virtual 5K with domestic packet shipping available.
- 5K (3.1 Miles)
- Virtual 5K with an additional $7 for shipping
Registration fees for the in-person 5K vary by date: $40 (February 1 through February 28), $45 (March 1 through March 31), $50 (April 1 through May 8), and $55 on race day. Virtual participants pay an additional $7 for packet shipping; in-person packet shipping is available as an add-on through April 24, 2026.
Packet pickup is offered Friday, May 8 at Road Runner Sports - Pentagon Row (1101 S Joyce Street, Ste B-23) and there is onsite packet pickup at the race site on race day. Organizers will make best efforts to provide race shirts and medals for registered runners, but sizes and availability cannot be guaranteed for late or day-of registrants.
Course details note that the route is not USATF certified, will have course markings and a water station at the halfway point, and will be chip timed by Arsenal Events for in-person runners. There will be porta potties, a bag drop area, and provisions for walkers, strollers (asked to start at the back), and leashed dogs. No onsite parking is available; nearby Metro stations include Pentagon City and Pentagon.
Proceeds benefit the Officer Down Memorial Page and Concerns of Police Survivors. The event includes awards for top overall finishers and age group winners and promotes Project Active Armor awareness. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
