Frostbite 5k Postponed
Not the call we wanted to make but for the safety of everyone we are going to have to postpone the Frostbite 5k. Because the Parks Department closed the park because of unsafe ice and snow we will be running the Frostbite 5k concurrently with the Snowman Shuffle 4 Miler on February 8th.
If you want to enter the Frostbite 5k you must enter the Snowman Shuffle also unless you will be running virtually.
When you go to packet pickup for the Snowman Shuffle on February 7th at Ken Combs Running Store (4137 Shelbyville Rd.) you will also have your packet for the Frostbite 5k.
You will wear the same bib for both races so no need to worry about having to wear two bibs. We will have two sets of results, one for Frostbite 5k and one for Snowman Shuffle and also be able to announce the final Polar Bear Grand Prix standings.
We’ll also be rolling back the price increase that went into effect on January 1st and match price increases to match the Snowman Shuffle. If you registered between January 2nd and this morning, you will be receiving a $5.00 refund to your original payment method.
We feel grateful that in the 22 years of the Frostbite 5k, this is only the third time we’ve had to make accommodations for weather and hopefully the last.
Thank you for your understanding, everyone’s safety is most important and we did not make this decision lightly.
Second race of the Polar Bear Grand Prix, the Frostbite 5k is by far the most popular race of the series and a custom crew running sock with your entry fee. You can also earn the second piece of the Polar Bear Grand Prix finisher medal!
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 Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details, to see the medal and register (no fee to register for the Run the 502).
Entry fee includes:
- Custom Crew Running Sock
- Finisher medal (complete for the Polar Bear Grand Prix medal)
- Free race photography
- Age Group Awards
- Awards for Overall, Masters and Grand Masters
- Team competition
Sock guaranteed to the first 500 registered.
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
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 for the Frostbite 5k, 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 registration is free! More details on how to fundraise or the option to make a donation when you register.
Registration fees
5k
Registration closes in 7 hours 16 minutes-
Because we are running the Frostbite 5k and the Snowman Shuffle concurrently you must enter both races. There is not an option to run the 5k as a stand alone event.
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$30.00
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$35.00
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Register for 5k$40.00
YOU MUST ENTER THE SNOWMAN SHUFFLE ALSO, YOU CANNOT RUN THIS RACE AS A STAND ALONE 5K
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Virtual 5k
Registration closes in 7 hours 16 minutes-
Kit shipping is included in your virtual registration
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$30.00
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$35.00
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Register for Virtual 5k$40.00
You may run the Frostbite 5k virtually without having to enter the Snowman Shuffle.
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Course Map
Pre-Race Packet Pickup and Late Registration
Friday, February 7th from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Ken Combs Running Store, 4137 Shelbyville Rd.
Ken Combs Running Store Training - Get Yourself Ready to PR the Frostbite 5k
Join us for #TuesdayTrackNight every Tuesday at 6:30 pm in Saint Matthews! Tuesday Track Night is a free run/walk workout that’s geared for the 5k distance and up.
Ready to crush your next goal? If you’re ready to complete the Polar Bear Grand Prix series, or improve your personal best, and train with like minded individuals, we’d love to see you out there.
All paces and experience levels are always welcome. Don’t forget to join our Tuesday Track Night Facebook Group for support, updates, and tips!
Here’s a sample workout:
✅ 1 mile easy to warm up
✅ 6-8 x 200 meter repeats with 100 meter recovery
✅ 10 minute cool down
It’s the perfect mix of fun and speed work to get your legs primed for race day! All paces and levels of experience are welcome. See you there!
#werunlou #wewalklou #kencombsrunningstore #rivercityraces #polarbeargrandprix
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arlette Tinsley | $25.00 |
| 2 | Anonymous | $11.50 |
| 3 | Claudia McCrocklin | $11.50 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Camille Estes
- runrivercity@gmail.com
- Phone
- 5023861502
- Website
- Visit website
