Overview
- As of Friday night, the group reached Stafford County, Virginia, after public stops in Fredericksburg, continuing the final stretch toward Washington.
- Organizers say the monks plan to arrive at Washington National Cathedral on Feb. 10 with a public welcome, followed by community sessions on Feb. 11 and a presence at the U.S. Capitol.
- Crowds have swelled along the route, including an estimated 10,000 in Richmond where Gov. Abigail Spanberger proclaimed Feb. 2 as Walk for Peace Day.
- The procession has received regular law‑enforcement escorts, with the monks publicly thanking police and first responders for facilitating safe gatherings.
- The trek has faced significant challenges, including a November vehicle strike that led to a monk’s leg amputation, harsh winter weather, and the Peace Dog Aloka traveling mostly by vehicle while recovering from surgery.