CPD Honor Guard Cops and Cookies Run

About the Event

Cops and Cookies Memorial 5K Run: Join the Fun and Honor Our Heroes!

Mark your calendar for the Annual Columbus Division of Police Honor Guard 5K Run! This beloved event is more than just a race—it’s a day to honor our fallen officers, support the community, and, of course, indulge in cookies everywhere!

What to Expect:
This isn’t just a run—it’s a family-friendly event packed with activities and treats for everyone!

Cookies at Every Turn!
What makes this race extra sweet? The cookies! Enjoy delicious treats at all two aid stations along the course and the finish line. Some of Columbus’ favorite bakeries, including MCL Bakery, Resch’s Bakery, Cheryl’s Cookies, Crumbl Cookies, and the renowned Efrain’s Famous Cookies, will be providing plenty of goodies to keep you motivated.

Family Fun Activities
Arrive early to explore and meet:
The K9 Unit, SWAT Team, Dive Team, Therapy Dogs, and the Mounted Unit
Police vehicles, including a cruiser and, weather permitting, a helicopter!
There’s something for everyone, making this a great outing for families, friends, and cookie lovers alike.

Why Participate?
Honor Our Heroes: Run to remember and celebrate the lives of fallen officers who have served our community.
Family-Friendly Fun: Bring the kids for the Fun Run, and enjoy interactive exhibits, meet-and-greets with police units, and unique opportunities to learn more about local law enforcement.
Delicious Treats: With cookies from some of the best local bakeries, this is a race you’ll savor every step of the way.

Join Us!
Don’t miss this opportunity to honor our heroes, enjoy family-friendly activities, and indulge in cookies at every turn. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s something for everyone at the Cops and Cookies 5K Run.

All packets must be picked up prior to race day. Visit https://copsandcookies5k.com/race-information/ for packet pickup schedule.

Races Offered

Kids Fun Run

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 880 Yards

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$30.00

Shirt Only

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — Shirt Only

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09:00

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$25.00

Virtual

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — Virtual

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$45.00

5k Walk/Run

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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Type — Running

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09:20

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$45.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Columbus.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 15.4° / 26.4°

wb_sunny 15.0° / 25.8°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 7.5 /

water_drop 66.0%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 15.4° / 26.4°

wb_sunny 15.0° / 25.8°

air 7.5 km/h

water_drop 66.0%

About Columbus

Columbus is the capital of the American state of Ohio and is located centrally within the state as the core of the Greater Columbus area. Sited in an area where the Rust Belt, Bible Belt, Appalachia, and the Farm Belt meet, Columbus is a fusion of many different parts of America. It is the home of the Ohio State University. The combination of Ohio Government and the Ohio State University has fueled amazing growth both financially and physically in Columbus. It has created a business and research environment that has provided substantial employment opportunities to the diverse ethnic and local graduates of the Ohio State University, and other academic institutions in Columbus. The Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC), is projected to be one of the top 50 supercomputers in the world and among the top 10 supercomputing academic centers. It also ranked number 1 on About.com's list of the United States' Most Underrated Gay Cities.