‘Weekend of Honor' to Commemorate July 7 Dallas Police Shooting

With the one-year anniversary of the July 7 shooting in Dallas quickly approaching, police have revealed plans for the three-day "Weekend of Honor" to commemorate that fateful night.

All of the events are being organized by a coalition of Dallas police associations and law enforcement support organizations.

"It's not just about me, it's not about him or her, or this lone officer, or the average individual," said Detective Christine Smith, who is one of the organizers. "We're all trying to heal together. Healing doesn't have an expiration date. It's something that is continuous."

The Weekend of Honor will kick off on Friday, July 7 with a public memorial ceremony called "Tribute 7/7" to honor the lives of the four Dallas police officers and one DART police officer who were killed during the shooting.

It will take place at 6:30 p.m. on the plaza in front of Dallas City Hall. All attendees are asked to register in advance for the event.

The commemoration continues on Saturday, July 8 with the "Value of a Life Festival."

The day will start at 6:30 a.m. with a 5K "Run for the Blue" at Trinity Gardens.

Race entry is free, though participants will have the option to make a donation during registration that will go to the families of slain and injured police officers.

At 10 a.m., a motorcycle ride will make its way down to the Southwest Center Mall. 

At the same time, officers and community members will attempt to set a Guinness World Record for the longest chain of people making a heart shape with their hands. That will also take place at Southwest Center Mall.

The weekend will conclude on Sunday, July 9 with a "Lifetime Achievement Reception" at Fair Park. The event will recognize officers from across the country who were killed in the line of duty over the past year as well as officers who have gone above and beyond to gain the public's trust.

Citizens and organizations will also be honored for serving their communities.

For more information about the "Weekend of Honor," you can visit their website.