NYPD Memorial 5k Run 2019: Everything You Need To Know

NEW YORK, NY — The 18th Annual NYPD Memorial 5k Run is set to kick off Sunday morning in honor of all the NYPD officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

The event begins with a short prayer at the New York City Police Memorial Wall, where the names of more than 1,000 NYPD fallen officers have been etched. The prayer is followed by the 3.1 mile run or walk and a subsequent Kids Fun Run, Award Ceremony and celebration.

The race participants are able to designate a specific NYPD officer they are running in memory of, and the honoree's name is shown on on the running bib, according to the race's website.

Here's everything you need to know about the NYPD Memorial Day Run this weekend:

When is it?

The 5k run is Saturday, May 18 from 10:13 a.m. until whenever you finish the race. The 10:13 start time is chosen in reference to the radio code 10/13, which means, "officer needs assistance."

Where is it?

The race begins on the corner of Liberty Street & West Street in lower Manhattan.

Will any streets be closed?

Liberty Street between South End Avenue and West Street

Albany Street between South End Avenue and West Street

South End Avenue between Liberty Street and Albany Street

Route:

West Street between Albany Street and West 12th Street (Southbound Lanes Only)

Dispersal:

West Street between Chambers Street and North Moore Street

Weather Forecast:

AccuWeather is predicting a high of 77 degrees for Sunday with mostly sunny skies, and the chance of spotted thunder storms in the afternoon.