Third and final race of the Polar Bear Grand Prix. Four mile run and walk through scenic Cherokee Park, starts at Hogan's Fountain and winds its way along Beargrass Creek to Big Rock Park and back around the Scenic Loop. Enter just the Snowman Shuffle or make the full commitment to participate in all three races. Finish all three and now you've completed your 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:
- Gender specific long sleeve 1/4 zip technical shirt
- Finisher medal
- Free race photography
- Age Group Awards
- Trophies for Overall, Masters and Grand Masters
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.
Team competition
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.
We have a charity partner for the Snowman Shuffle 4 Miler, 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
4 Mile
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$30.00
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Register for 4 Mile$30.00
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4 Mile Virtual
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Kit shipping is included in your virtual registration
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$30.00
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Register for 4 Mile Virtual$30.00
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Course Map
New this year!
Pre-Race Packet Pickup and Late Registration
Friday, December 13th 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 Polar Bear Grand Prix
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!
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Camille Estes
- runrivercity@gmail.com
- Phone
- 5023861502
- Website
- Visit website
