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Frostbite 5k Run/Walk

Click here to register for just the Frostbite 5k

Second race of the Polar Bear Grand Prix, the Frostbite 5k is by far the most popular race of the series and the best value on the running calendar with a long sleeve, ¼ zip technical race shirt with your entry fee. Click here for a course map.

Registration features:

  • Free race photography

  • Discounted Ponya Band

  • Age Group Awards

  • Awards for Overall, Masters and Grand Masters

  • Team competition

Register by December 20th to be guaranteed your shirt size, after the 20th, on a first come, first serve basis.

The Fleet Feet Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge is open to any 3 to 5 person teams in three divisions: Male, Female, or Coed. Fastest three on each team are scored, the Coed team must score one woman. Your team can choose to participate in any individual or all three Polar Bear Grand Prix races. There will be a Team Challenge Polar Bear Grand Prix Award for any team that wins all three races in their division. You will not only compete for team awards; each team member is also eligible for an individual time and awards! There is no additional fee to participate in the Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge.

Each member of the winning team in each division will receive a $20 gift card to Fleet Feet!

FROSTBITE 5K PONYA BAND
Incredibly absorbent and wicking, Ponya Band Bamboo-Lined Sweatbands withstand even the toughest workouts.  Inner lining is made of micro-loop terry bamboo fabric and exterior is spandex.  One size fits all (circumference: 18" x 3" wide) and proudly handmade in Louisville, KY. 

Regularly priced $22, purchase with registration, $15.00!

For more styles and patterns, visit their website, www.ponyabands.com 

AWARDS
Awards for the top three male and female, master and grandmaster. Top three in each age group, 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over
  
EARLY PACKET PICKUP AND LATE REGISTRATION
Friday, January 13th from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Fleet Feet, 117 Breckinridge Ln. (St. Matthews Station)

RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP AND LATE REGISTRATION
Rugby Field on the Scenic Loop in Cherokee Park starting at 7:30 a.m. until 8:45 a.m. SHARP!

We've added a charity partner to all three races of the Polar Bear Grand Prix, The Olmsted Parks Conservancy! 

Louisville has the greatest parks system in the country and we all enjoy running and walking in them.  Help maintain their beauty by donating and/or fundraising!  It's easy and fun and if you raise $250 or more, your registration is FREE!  More details on how to fundraise or the option to make a donation when you register. 

Later Event: February 11
Snowman Shuffle 4 Miler