This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medal with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details and to register for the Run the 502.
FIRST LEG OF THE POLAR BEAR GRAND PRIX
For the 22nd year, River City Races has been producing a series of races this winter to keep you motivated to stay out runnin' on the roads! The Polar Bear Grand Prix is three races in December, January and February. Enter all three here and in addition to each race goodie, the first 500 will receive an extra race goodie!
Each race in the series gets a finisher medal and at the end of the series they fit together to form the Polar Bear Grand Prix finisher medal!
RACE DETAILS
Four Kilometer (2.4 miles) run and walk on the Scenic Loop in Cherokee Park. Great way to kick off the 2025 running/walking season just a little early.
ENTRY FEE INCLUDES:
- Long sleeve race shirt*
- Free race photography and photos with Rudolph
- Finisher medal
- Age Group Awards
- Awards for Overall, Masters and Grand Masters
- Team Challenge
- Costume Contest
- Virtual option
- Packet Mailing ($10 fee)
*subject to change
COSTUME CONTEST: More fun at the Reindeer Romp!
Let's see your best Christmas fun - Contest categories include:
- Most Christmasy
- Ugliest Sweater
- Best Hat
- Best Couple Costume
- Best Group Costume
- Best Stroller Costume
- Fastest Costumed Male & Female
Packet Mailing
Must register by 11/30/2024 for packet to be mailed before race date.
THE POLAR BEAR GRAND PRIX TEAM CHALLENGE
for all three races!
The 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 personalized Team Challenge pullover.
We have a charity partner to the Reindeer Romp, 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 $150 or more your entry is FREE! More details on how to fundraise or the option to make a donation when you register.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
4k Run/Walk
Price changes in 5 months 5 days-
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Register for 4k Run/Walk$28.41
Early bird pricing
Now registering Feb 17 – Oct 30 -
$33.78Oct 31 – Dec 11
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$39.14Dec 12 – Dec 12
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$44.52
Race day
Dec 12 – Dec 6
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4k Virtual
Price changes in 5 months 5 days-
A virtual race can be completed on your own, at your own location. You will then be able to submit your virtual results from Thursday, December 11th until midnight, Sunday, December 14th. On Monday, December 15th you'll be able to download your Finisher Certificate and see your rankings. Instructions on how to submit your time will be sent Wednesday, December 10th.
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Register for 4k Virtual$28.41
Early bird pricing
Now registering Feb 17 – Oct 30 -
$33.78Oct 31 – Dec 11
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$39.14Dec 12 – Dec 12
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$44.52
Race day
Dec 12 – Dec 6
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Virtual 4k with Packet Mailing
Price changes in 5 months 5 days-
A virtual race can be completed on your own, at your own location. You will then be able to submit your virtual results from Thursday, December 11th until midnight, Sunday, December 14th. On Monday, December 15th you'll be able to download your Finisher Certificate and see your rankings. Instructions on how to submit your time will be sent Wednesday, December 10th.
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Register for Virtual 4k with Packet Mailing$39.14
Early bird pricing
Now registering Feb 17 – Oct 30 -
$44.52Oct 31 – Dec 11
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$49.88Dec 12 – Dec 12
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$55.25
Race day
Dec 12 – Dec 6
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Course Map
Race Day Parking
There is a small lot and marked spots on the road at Hogan's Fountain and spots all around the Scenic Loop but it is limited so if you can, carpool, have someone drop you off or park further around the Scenic Loop, please do. Many folks will park around the Loop and run to the start/finish as their warmup. Please do not park on the grass or you may get a ticket or towed by the Parks Department.
PLEASE NOTE: In the past we have had problems with participants who have parked on the Scenic Loop in front of and behind the start/finish line leaving before the race is over and driving through runners still finishing. This is VERY dangerous and inconsiderate. If you must leave before the race is over (everyone should be finished by 9:45-10:00 a.m.) you can park inside the red circle area and walk on the trails to Hogan's Fountain (the green dotted line or south of the start/finish line.
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeff Dehler | $107.35 |
| 2 | Emily Nolan | $54.10 |
| 3 | Mary Jones | $27.48 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Camille Estes
- runrivercity@gmail.com
- Phone
- 5023861502
- Website
- Visit website
