Care for Cops 5k Run/Walk: Honoring Our Heroes Killed in the Line of Duty 2026
- Date Sat 28th February 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Suwanee, Georgia
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Care for Cops 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the beautiful Suwanee Town Center in Gwinnett! This uplifting event honors our heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving and protecting our communities. Participants can choose to run or walk the 5K distance, which is a certified Peachtree Road Race qualification course, measuring 3.1 miles. Starting at 8:00 AM, you'll have until 10:00 AM to complete the race, making it perfect for individuals and families of all fitness levels.
This event is not only about fitness; it's a meaningful opportunity to support the families of fallen Georgia officers. Since 1999, Care for Cops has provided crucial financial assistance to over 100 families in their time of need. With awards for the top three finishers in each age category, along with t-shirts, music, and professional photography, it promises to be a fun-filled day for everyone involved. Gather your friends, family, and community to participate in this special event, and don’t forget to share why you’re participating in the comments! Whether you’re running for a personal connection or simply to show support, your participation makes
This event is not only about fitness; it's a meaningful opportunity to support the families of fallen Georgia officers. Since 1999, Care for Cops has provided crucial financial assistance to over 100 families in their time of need. With awards for the top three finishers in each age category, along with t-shirts, music, and professional photography, it promises to be a fun-filled day for everyone involved. Gather your friends, family, and community to participate in this special event, and don’t forget to share why you’re participating in the comments! Whether you’re running for a personal connection or simply to show support, your participation makes
Organiser's Description
CARE FOR COPS RUN/WALK 5K
Care for Cops is a non-profit organization that has provided financial assistance to over 100 families of fallen Georgia officers since 1999. Care for Cops sends checks directly to families that have lost a loved one in the line of duty. We help provide immediate resources in a time of great need, bridge the financial gap when a loved one is lost, and acknowledge the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers in Georgia. For more information check out our website, www.care4cops.org, [http://www.careforcops.org] and Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/careforcops [https://www.facebook.com/careforcops]
DATE: Saturday, February 28, 2026, Start time 8:00 AM , you have till 10 AM to finish.
LOCATION: Suwanee Town Center (packet pick up and Start/Finish)
PEACHTREE ROAD RACE CERTIFIED QUALIFICATION COURSE
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP: February 27, 2026, Friday at Big Peach from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
LATE REGISTRATION: You can still sign up online or sign up at packet pick up and on the day of the race.
Medals for the top 3 in each age group for both male and female, age categories 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
MASTERS FOR BOTH MALE AND FEMALE FOR THE TOP 2 AND OVERALL WINNER MALE AND FEMALE
PRIZES, T-SHIRTS, MUSIC, AND PHOTOS BY TRUE SPEED PHOTOGRAPHY
RAIN OR SHINE
LOTS OF FUN AND FOR A GREAT CAUSE!!
GROUP/TEAMS-INVITE YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS, NEIGHBORS, AND COMMUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE EVENT.
WE DEDICATE CARE FOR COPS 5K TO ALL OUR HEROES AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO HAVE SACRIFICED THEIR LIVES TO SERVE AND PROTECT US. WHEN YOU REGISTER, PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT IN THE COMMENTS SECTION, ABOUT WHY YOU ARE PARTICIPATING IN THIS EVENT AND IF YOU HAVE A PERSONAL CONNECTION TO A FALLEN OFFICER. THANK YOU!
FAQS
WHEN AND WHERE DOES THE RACE TAKE PLACE? SUWANEE TOWN CENTER PARK
HOW LONG IS THE COURSE? A 5K IS 3.1 MILES
COURSE MAP? INTERACTIVE COURSE MAP [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4396194268/]
HOW WILL I BE TIMED? YOU WILL BE CHIP-TIMED BY PERFORMANCE RACE SERVICES [http://www.PerformanceRaceServices.com]. YOUR RESULTS WILL BE REACHED WITHIN SECONDS AFTER YOU FINISH.
HOW WILL I RECEIVE MY RESULTS? YOUR RESULTS WILL BE LIVE ON-SITE AND ALSO AVAILABLE ON THIS REGISTRATION PAGE UNDER THE RESULTS TAB WITHIN A FEW SECONDS OF FINISHING.
WHEN AND WHERE DO I PICK UP MY REGISTRATION MATERIALS? FEBRUARY 27, 2026, FRIDAY AT BIG PEACH FROM 5:00 PM TO 7:00 PM AND ON RACE DAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026, STARTING AT 7:00 AM AT REGISTRATION ON STAGE
WHO GETS A T-SHIRT? ALL IF YOU SIGN-UP BY FEBRUARY 7, 2026
CAN I SIGN UP AT PACKET PICK-UP OR ON THE DAY OF THE RACE? YES, YOU CAN! THE SAME PRICE $35
CAN I PARTICIPATE WITH A STROLLER OR BIKE? STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED BUT NOT BICYCLES
I AM NOT ABLE TO PARTICIPATE. CAN I GET MY MONEY RETURNED?
WE APPRECIATE YOUR RACE REGISTRATION. WE ARE UNABLE TO ISSUE REFUNDS. WE ARE NOT ABLE TO CREDIT YOUR CREDIT CARD OR ISSUE CHECKS.
PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT OTHER QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE ON THE 5K OR ON CARE FOR COPS.
THANK YOU!
,
Care for Cops is a non-profit organization that has provided financial assistance to over 100 families of fallen Georgia officers since 1999. Care for Cops sends checks directly to families that have lost a loved one in the line of duty. We help provide immediate resources in a time of great need, bridge the financial gap when a loved one is lost, and acknowledge the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers in Georgia. For more information check out our website, www.care4cops.org, [http://www.careforcops.org] and Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/careforcops [https://www.facebook.com/careforcops]
DATE: Saturday, February 28, 2026, Start time 8:00 AM , you have till 10 AM to finish.
LOCATION: Suwanee Town Center (packet pick up and Start/Finish)
PEACHTREE ROAD RACE CERTIFIED QUALIFICATION COURSE
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP: February 27, 2026, Friday at Big Peach from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
LATE REGISTRATION: You can still sign up online or sign up at packet pick up and on the day of the race.
Medals for the top 3 in each age group for both male and female, age categories 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
MASTERS FOR BOTH MALE AND FEMALE FOR THE TOP 2 AND OVERALL WINNER MALE AND FEMALE
PRIZES, T-SHIRTS, MUSIC, AND PHOTOS BY TRUE SPEED PHOTOGRAPHY
RAIN OR SHINE
LOTS OF FUN AND FOR A GREAT CAUSE!!
GROUP/TEAMS-INVITE YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS, NEIGHBORS, AND COMMUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE EVENT.
WE DEDICATE CARE FOR COPS 5K TO ALL OUR HEROES AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO HAVE SACRIFICED THEIR LIVES TO SERVE AND PROTECT US. WHEN YOU REGISTER, PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT IN THE COMMENTS SECTION, ABOUT WHY YOU ARE PARTICIPATING IN THIS EVENT AND IF YOU HAVE A PERSONAL CONNECTION TO A FALLEN OFFICER. THANK YOU!
FAQS
WHEN AND WHERE DOES THE RACE TAKE PLACE? SUWANEE TOWN CENTER PARK
HOW LONG IS THE COURSE? A 5K IS 3.1 MILES
COURSE MAP? INTERACTIVE COURSE MAP [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4396194268/]
HOW WILL I BE TIMED? YOU WILL BE CHIP-TIMED BY PERFORMANCE RACE SERVICES [http://www.PerformanceRaceServices.com]. YOUR RESULTS WILL BE REACHED WITHIN SECONDS AFTER YOU FINISH.
HOW WILL I RECEIVE MY RESULTS? YOUR RESULTS WILL BE LIVE ON-SITE AND ALSO AVAILABLE ON THIS REGISTRATION PAGE UNDER THE RESULTS TAB WITHIN A FEW SECONDS OF FINISHING.
WHEN AND WHERE DO I PICK UP MY REGISTRATION MATERIALS? FEBRUARY 27, 2026, FRIDAY AT BIG PEACH FROM 5:00 PM TO 7:00 PM AND ON RACE DAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026, STARTING AT 7:00 AM AT REGISTRATION ON STAGE
WHO GETS A T-SHIRT? ALL IF YOU SIGN-UP BY FEBRUARY 7, 2026
CAN I SIGN UP AT PACKET PICK-UP OR ON THE DAY OF THE RACE? YES, YOU CAN! THE SAME PRICE $35
CAN I PARTICIPATE WITH A STROLLER OR BIKE? STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED BUT NOT BICYCLES
I AM NOT ABLE TO PARTICIPATE. CAN I GET MY MONEY RETURNED?
WE APPRECIATE YOUR RACE REGISTRATION. WE ARE UNABLE TO ISSUE REFUNDS. WE ARE NOT ABLE TO CREDIT YOUR CREDIT CARD OR ISSUE CHECKS.
PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT OTHER QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE ON THE 5K OR ON CARE FOR COPS.
THANK YOU!
,
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Care for Cops 5k Honoring Our Heroes and Supporting the Families of Officers Killed in the Line of Duty
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirts
Sat 28th February 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$27.50
Pre-race bib, timing chip, shirt pick-up. Friday, February 27, 2026 Big Peach Running Company Suwanee Town Center 5:00 - 7:00 pm
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