Run with the Cops 5K

Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT

Location: West Palm Beach, FL; Meyer Amphitheatre, 104 Datura Street, 33401
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run alongside local law enforcement on a scenic Intracoastal course, enjoying music, food, and unique police displays, all for a good cause.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
For a Cause

Who it's for

Military & First Responders
Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join the Run with the Cops 5K in West Palm Beach, a community event supporting the Fund for West Palm Beach Police. This race offers a certified 5K course along the scenic Intracoastal on Flagler Drive. Runners, walkers, and joggers are welcome, with special dashes for kids. Enjoy a day filled with fitness, music, food, and unique static police displays, culminating in finisher medals and age group awards. It's a memorable experience blending community spirit with a meaningful cause.

What to expect

Run, walk, or jog a certified 5K course along the Intracoastal on Flagler Drive.
Kids can join the 1K Sunrise Sprint or the 100-yard Kids Dash.
Enjoy vibrant music, delicious food, and engaging static police displays at the race site.

Standout details

Benefits the Fund for West Palm Beach Police
Certified 5K course along the Intracoastal
Engaging static police displays
Collector's finisher medal and tech shirt/tank

Perks & features

Awards
Medal

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1K
Sun, Apr 12, 8:30 AM EDT · From $22.70
Opens Nov 4, 2025, 7:29 AM EST · Closes Feb 17, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
5K
Sun, Apr 12, 7:30 AM EDT · From $38.60
Opens Nov 4, 2025, 5:04 AM EST · Closes Feb 17, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
100 Yards
Sun, Apr 12, 8:30 AM EDT · From $12.10
Opens Nov 4, 2025, 3:39 AM EST · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 4:59 AM EDT

+ 1 more option

5K Virtual
Sun, Apr 12, 8:30 AM EDT · From $54.50
Opens Nov 4, 2025, 7:56 AM EST · Closes Apr 7, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

The course

Hilly
Walkers welcome

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

warm-day exposure

5K distance, hilly area, often hot or muggy weather

Warm season

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

RUN WITH THE COPS 5K Sunday April 12, 2026 | Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach

Join us on April 12, 2026, at the Meyer Amphitheatre to run, walk, or jog our certified 5K course along the Intracoastal on Flagler Drive. Kids aged 8-12 are invited to participate in the 1K Sunrise Sprint, and children under 7 can enjoy the 100-yard Kids Dash.

At the packet pickup, you’ll receive your bib along with your choice of a T-shirt or tank top. As you cross the finish line, be prepared to collect a beautiful collector’s medal.

The event promises more than just a run — join us for awards ceremonies, delicious food, vibrant music, and engaging static police displays right at the race site.

STROLLERS, DOGS, SCOOTERS/ROLLER BLADES ARE NOT ALLOWED.

Don’t miss out on the exciting features of the day:

Finishing brings rewards: collect your Finisher Medals. Commemorate the event with our Race Tech Shirts or Tank Tops. Compete for Age Group Awards to celebrate your achievements. AccuChip Timing Engaging Static Police Displays Giveaways Police Team Challenge Run with the Cops is part of the 2026 Palm Beaches Race Series Come be a part of this memorable day filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit! This race benefits the Fund for West Palm Beach Police

Early Packet Pickup Thursday April 9 from 4:30PM to 6:00PM

Run Appeal 2505 Okeechobee Blvd. West Palm Beach, FL 33409

*Run Appeal is located 1 mile west of I-95 on Okeechobee Blvd, next to Havertys. Click here for map

Please do not contact the Run Appeal store for any race or packet pickup related questions. All race questions must be addressed to madeleine@k2roadsports.com or 561 222 7511.

Picking up for more than 3 people? Please send us a list with all names to madeleine@k2roadsports.com by 3PM the day before pickup so we can prepare the packets in advance.

Race Day Packet Pickup from 6:00AM to 7:15AM at the race site

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