National Police Week
Honor fallen officers and support law enforcement during National Police Week! This week pays tribute to police officers who died in the line of duty and recognizes all officers who serve and protect American communities with courage and dedication.
About National Police Week
Honor fallen officers and support law enforcement during National Police Week! This week pays tribute to police officers who died in the line of duty and recognizes all officers who serve and protect American communities with courage and dedication.
History & origins
National Police Week is listed in this site's 2026 calendar for May 11. Informal "national days" are often promoted by communities, trade groups, and brands; origins and official proclamations vary by country and year. Honor fallen officers and support law enforcement during National Police Week! This week pays tribute to police officers who died in the line of duty and recognizes all officers who serve and protect American communities with courage and dedication. Because many such observances are cultural or promotional rather than statutory, treat dates as a planning guide and confirm local events separately.
Why it matters
Observing National Police Week gives people a shared anchor to explore national themes—police, law-enforcement, May, memorial, service—and to coordinate learning, gatherings, or giving around that focus. Honor fallen officers and support law enforcement during National Police Week! This week pays tribute to police officers who died in the line of duty and recognizes all officers who serve and protect American communities with courage and dedication.
How to celebrate
Thank police officers for their service. Attend memorial ceremonies for fallen officers. Support police families and survivors. Learn about law enforcement challenges. Display blue lights or ribbons. Share appreciation on social media.
Facts
- Over 800,000 sworn officers serve in US law enforcement
- National Police Week has been observed since 1962
- May 15th is Peace Officers Memorial Day
- The National Law Enforcement Memorial honors fallen officers
- Police work is physically and emotionally demanding
Upcoming dates
- Monday, May 11, 2026
- Tuesday, May 11, 2027
- Thursday, May 11, 2028
- Friday, May 11, 2029
- Saturday, May 11, 2030
Frequently asked questions
When is National Police Week in 2026?
This edition lists National Police Week on 2026-05-11 (May 11). Many recurring observances keep the same month and day each year.
What is National Police Week?
Honor fallen officers and support law enforcement during National Police Week! This week pays tribute to police officers who died in the line of duty and recognizes all officers who serve and protect American communities with courage and dedication.
How do people celebrate National Police Week?
Thank police officers for their service. Attend memorial ceremonies for fallen officers. Support police families and survivors. Learn about law enforcement challenges. Display blue lights or ribbons. Share appreciation on social media.
Is National Police Week a federal holiday?
National Police Week is widely treated as an informal observance and is not a U.S. federal public holiday unless a government source explicitly declares one.
What topics relate to National Police Week?
Common themes include: police, law-enforcement, May, memorial, service. Use tags and related pages on this site to explore similar celebrations.
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