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Torch Run Events

It's not all about lighting the torch. Our dedicated officers provide support through fundraising events all year round. From covering their cruisers to hosting golf tournaments, Virginia's finest are exactly that.

Wawa with the Law


Officers spend the day at their local Wawa store to collect donations and "cover their cruiser" with icons.
The best part is that their goose won't hiss at you!

Cops on the Coop


Next time you are in the Chick-Fil-A drive-thru, look up and you just might see a "Cop on the Coop." But then look back down again so you can see where you're going.

Golf Tournaments


Nothing eases the stress of a life in law enforcement than an afternoon on the greens. Well, maybe not nothing, but nothing as rewarding.

Hardee's Star Campaign


Each year, officers gather at their local Hardee's to collect donations and smiles while covering the restaurant in "stars." Let's be real, those biscuits are really the true stars.

Cover the Cruiser


How many 4x6 squares DOES it take to cover a cruiser?

Tip-a-Cop


Restaurant servers are amazing. However, they always seem extra polite with an officer by their side.
Be sure to tip well!

2025 Law Enforcement Torch Run Kick Off Ceremony & Luncheon

Join us May 22nd as we kick off the 2025 Torch Run season and celebrate the impact Virginia's law enforcement community continues to make through the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.
Southwest Virginia Events

Botetourt County Community Run

Botetourt Family YMCA (115 Shenandoah Ave, Daleville, VA 24083)
All community members are welcome to join The Botetourt Sheriffs Office for their 2 mile Torch Run through Daleville, VA. The run will begin at 9AM and will start/end at Botetourt Family YMCA (115 Shenandoah Ave, Daleville, VA 24083). They will run 1 mile from the YMCA down 220 and turn around in front of Bellacino's then run 1 more mile back to the YMCA. There will also be an alternate walking route for those not able to run.

Altavista Community Run

Altavista Combined School (904 Bedford Ave Altavista Va 24517)
All community members are welcome to join Altavista Police and Hurt Police Department's for their 5.1 mile Torch Run through Altavista, VA. The run will begin at 8:30AM and will end at Express Line Convenience Store (1562 Main St). We will be partnering with Altavista Area YMCA to shuttle students back to the school at end of run.

Virginia Tech Community Run

Virginia Tech Police Department - 330 Sterrett Dr. Blacksburg
All community members are welcome to join The Virginia Tech Police Department for their 2.7 mile Torch Run through Blacksburg, VA. The run will begin at 8:00AM and will end at Jersey Mike's (1450 S Main St. Blacksburg)

Martinsville Probation and Parole Community Run

Jones Creek Gazebo, Martinsville, VA
All community members are welcome to join Martinsville Probation and Parole for their 3 mile Torch Run in Martinsville, VA. The run will begin at 9:00AM and will start/end at Jones Creek Gazebo, Martinsville, VA. There will be an option for those who would like to walk as well.

Martinsville Community Run

130 Jack Dalton Rd, Collinsville, VA 24078
All community members are welcome to join The Martinsville Police Department, Martinsville Sheriff's Office, and Henry County Sheriff's Office for their 11-13 mile Torch Run through Southwest, VA. The run will begin at 9:00AM and will end at 1000 Irisburg Rd, Axton, VA 24054. There will a shuttle from the Sports Complex to Jack Dalton Park the morning of. During the event, a shuttle will follow the runners to allow people to run the distance that they want. There will also be a cookout once we make it to the Sports Complex for everyone to enjoy!

Montgomery County Community Run

Speedway 3980 S. Main St., Blacksburg
All community members are welcome to join The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office for their 6.5 mile Torch Run. The run will begin at 9:00AM and will end at Dunkin' Donuts (2384 Roanoke St., Christiansburg).
Tidewater Region Events

Virginia Beach Community Run

4721 Virginia Beach Blvd
All community members are welcome to join The Virginia Beach Police Department and Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office for their 3 mile Torch Run through Virginia Beach, VA. The run will begin at 8:30AM at Wegmans and will end at Endependence Center Inc (6300 E Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk VA)

Eastern Shore Community Run

3462 Main Street, Exmore, Va. 23350
All community members are welcome to join Northampton County Sheriff's Office, Virginia State Police, Exmore Police Department, Eastville Police Department, Cape Charles Police Department, and Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel Police Department for their 2.36 mile Torch Run through the Eastern Shore. The run will begin at 8:30AM and will end at 32383 Lankford Highway, Cape Charles, Va. 23310.

Chesapeake Community Run

Chesapeake City Park (900 City Park Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23320)
All community members are welcome to join The Chesapeake Sheriff's Office for their 3.9 mile Torch Run through Chesapeake, VA. The run will begin at 7:00AM and will end at Chesapeake City Hall (306 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322).

Newport News Community Run

Wawa (5280 W Mercury Blvd Hampton, VA)
All community members are welcome to join The Newport News Police Department for their 1.2 mile Torch Run through Newport News, VA. The run will begin at 10:00AM and will end at 9710 Jefferson Avenue Newport News, VA. Newport News will be meeting Hampton Law Enforcement to pass the torch at WAWA!

York - Poquoson Community Run

Parkside Resort- 1827 Merrimac Trail, Williamsburg, VA 23185
All community members are welcome to join the York - Poquoson Sheriff's Office for their 3.5 mile Torch Run through York County, VA. The run will begin at 1:30PM and will end at Virginia Beer Company (401 2nd St, Williamsburg, VA 23185).

James City County Community Run

5300 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, Va 23188
All community members are welcome to join The James City County Police Department for their 13 mile Torch Run through Williamsburg/James City County, VA. The run will begin at 8:30AM and will end at 15810 Liberty Church Rd, Lanexa, VA 23089.
Central Virginia Events

Goochland County Community Run

Goochland County Sheriff's Office
The Goochland County Sheriffs Office will hold their Torch Run from The Sheriff's Office to Goochland High School (3250 River Rd W, Goochland, VA 23063). The run will begin at 10:30AM and will be 2 miles.

Courtland Community Run

22336 Main St., Courtland, Va 23837
All community members are welcome to join The Southampton Sheriff's Office for their 2.8 mile Torch Run through Courtland, VA. The run will begin at 9:00AM and will start/end at 22336 Main St., Courtland, Va 23837.

Stafford County Community Run

Public Safety Building (1225 Courthouse Road)
All community members are welcome to join Stafford County Law Enforcement for their 8 mile Torch Run through Stafford, VA. The run will begin at 6:00AM and will end at Falmouth Bridge.

Fredricksburg Community Run

201 Emancipation HWY
All community members are welcome to join Fredericksburg Police Department, Fire Department, and Sheriff's Office for their 3 mile Torch Run through Fredricksburg, VA. The run will begin at 8:00AM and will end at 3 Learning Lane.

Chesterfield County Community Run

Chester Police Department (2920 West Hundred Road, Chester, VA 23831)
All community members are welcome to join The Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office, Police Department, ECC and Fire Department for their 6.2 mile Torch Run through Chesterfield, VA. The run will begin at 9AM and will end at Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center (6610 Public Safety Way, Chesterfield, VA 23832).

Hanover County Community Run

Starting at the Pamunkey Jail/Range Area
All community members are welcome to join Hanover County Sheriff's Office for their 8 mile Torch Run through Central, VA. The run will begin at 9:00AM and will end at Virginia Center Commons area near the new Henrico Sports and Event Center!
Northern Virginia Events

Warrenton Community Run

Walmart - Warrenton, VA
All community members are welcome to join Fauquier County Sheriff's Office, Warrenton Police, and Virginia State Police for their 2.5 mile Torch Run in Warrenton, VA. The run will begin at 10:00AM and will end at Warrenton Police Department.

Arlington County Community Run

Long Bridge Park
All community members are welcome to join Arlington County Sheriff's Office, Arlington County Police Department, Arlington County Fire Department and Law Enforcement Partners for their 3.6 mile Torch Run through Arlington, VA. The run will begin at 8:30AM and will end at 1 Marina Drive.

Prince William Community Run

5036 Davis Ford Road Woodbridge VA
All community members are welcome to join The Prince William County Police, Sheriff's Office, Manassas City, and Manassas Park for their 6.5 mile Torch Run through Northern VA. The run will begin at 9:00AM and will end at 14288 Independent Hill Drive Manassas VA. Everyone will meet at 14288 Independent Hill at 9am then busing runners to Davis Ford Road.
Shenandoah Events

Shenandoah County Community Run

Shenandoah County Government Center (Woodstock, VA)
All community members are welcome to join Woodstock Police Department, Shenandoah County Sheriff's Office, Central Campus Students, and Community for their 3 mile Torch Run through Woodstock, VA. The run will begin at 9AM and will end at Central High School Track (Woodstock, VA).

Winchester Community Run

Winchester Old Town Walking Mall in front of El Centro
All community members are welcome to join Winchester Police Department for their 5 mile Torch Run through Winchester, VA. The run will begin at 8:00AM and will end at DSP Barricks On Valley Pike.

Waynesboro Community Run

Willy's Ice cream Shop
All community members are welcome to join Waynesboro Police Department for their 7 mile Torch Run through Waynesboro, VA. The run will begin at 1:00PM and will end at Afton Mountain.

Region 8 Community Run

Albemarle County Police Department - 1600 5th St. ext
All community members are welcome to join Region 8 agencies (Albemarle County PD & Charlottesville PD) for their 3.2 mile Torch Run through VA. The first leg of the run will be from ACPD to the Charlottesville Fire Department (203 Ridge St.) This leg of the run is approximately 2.6 miles. After a short break at the Fire Department, the run will continue, taking us down to the historic Charlottesville Downtown Mall, to the Charlottesville Police Department which is approximately .6 miles. Runners that do not wish to run the entire 3.2 miles can join us at the Charlottesville Fire Department to run the last .6 mile leg of our Torch Run! The run will begin at 5PM!