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Run With The Cops

Fri, Aug 21, 2026, 7:30 PM CDT

First-Year Event· Help them grow
Location
Waukesha, WI
494 W Main St, Veterans Park, 53186
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run alongside local police in Waukesha for a fun, community-focused 3.1-mile event that supports the police department.

  • Fun
  • Quirky
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • Beginner Friendly
  • For a Cause
  • Military & First Responders

Join the 12th Annual Run With The Cops, a delightful 3.1-mile fun run and walk in Waukesha. Organized by the Waukesha Citizens Police Academy Association, this evening event brings together the community and the Waukesha Police Department for a light-hearted experience. It's a wonderful opportunity to support local law enforcement and enjoy a unique Friday night out, complete with public safety displays. Runners of all ages are welcome to participate in this cause-driven gathering.

What to expect

  • Enjoy a fun, light-hearted 3.1-mile run or walk.
  • Support the Waukesha Police Department and connect with the community.
  • Explore Public Safety Displays at the start/finish area.
  • Kids 12 and under can run for free.

Standout details

  • Kids 12 and under run free
  • Support Waukesha Police Department
  • Public Safety Displays
  • Guaranteed one-of-a-kind event T-shirt

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

Distances & registration

2 options

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

  • 3.1 Miles

    Fri, Aug 21, 7:30 PM CDT · From $34.10

    Opens Mar 15, 2026, 10:00 AM CDT · Closes Aug 21, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • Kid's Registration (12 and Under)

    Fri, Aug 21, 7:30 PM CDT · From $0.00

    Opens Mar 15, 2026, 3:56 AM CDT · Closes Aug 21, 2026, 3:00 PM CDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

  • Rolling area
  • Warm season

The course

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From the organizer

WCPAA Presents our 12th Annual Fun Run/Walk.

Kids 12 and under can run for free, we have provided an option to purchase a run shirt for kids.

Sign up before July 31st to guarantee a fabulous one-of-a-kind Run With the Cops T-shirt.

Waukesha Citizens Police Academy Association, Inc. (WCPAA, Inc.) is a group of citizens that volunteer their time and talent to support the Waukesha Police Department and help raise funds for the department’s needs. In 2014, we hosted the inaugural Run From the Cops Fun Run/Walk.  WCPAA’s goal was–and is–to unite the Waukesha Police Department with the citizens of Waukesha for a fun, light-hearted night. We are looking forward to the 11th anniversary of this run and we are excited to see everyone again this year.

Friday Night Live: Downtown Waukesha, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

Public Safety Displays: Located at the Start/Finish from 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Race Starting Line: Veteran's Park at the corner of Wisconsin and West Avenues.

Race Starts at 7:30pm!

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