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.
Third and final race of the Polar Bear Grand Prix. Four mile run and walk through scenic Cherokee Park, starts at Rugby Field and winds its way along Beargrass Creek to Big Rock Park and back around the Scenic Loop with a screaming fast downhill finish! Enter just the Snowman Shuffle or make the full commitment to participate in all three races.
ENTRY FEE INCLUDES:
- Gender specific long sleeve shirt*
- Finisher medal
- Free race photography
- Age Group Awards
- Awards for Overall, Masters and Grand Masters
*subject to change
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
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
4 Mile
Price changes in 1 month 28 days-
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$28.41
Early PBGP
Jan 28 – Nov 1 -
Register for 4 Mile$33.78Now registering Nov 1 – Dec 31
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$39.14Jan 1 – Feb 12
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$44.52Feb 12 – Feb 13
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4 Mile Virtual
Price changes in 1 month 28 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, February, 12 until midnight, Sunday, February, 15th. On Monday, February 16th you'll be able to download your Finisher Certificate and see your rankings. Instructions on how to submit your time will be sent Wednesday, February 11th.
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$28.41
Early PBGP
Jan 28 – Nov 1 -
Register for 4 Mile Virtual$33.78Now registering Nov 1 – Dec 31
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$39.14Jan 1 – Feb 12
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$44.52Feb 12 – Feb 13
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Virtual 4 Mile with Packet Mailing
Price changes in 1 month 28 days-
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$39.14
Early PBGP
Jan 28 – Nov 1 -
Register for Virtual 4 Mile with Packet Mailing$44.52Now registering Nov 1 – Dec 31
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$49.88Jan 1 – Feb 12
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$55.25Feb 12 – Feb 13
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Polar Bear Grand Prix
For the 23rd 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 a polar fleece Polar Bear Grand Prix headband/ear warmer..
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!
The Polar Bear Grand Prix is also scored on a points format based on finishes in each race with awards for the top three Men and Women overall, overall Male and Female Master and Grandmaster and special Polar Bear Grand Prix awards to the top three in age groups, 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.
Reindeer Romp 4k: Saturday, December 5th, 9:00 a.m. at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park.
Frostbite 5k: Saturday, January 9th, 9:00 a.m. at the Rugby Field in Cherokee Park.
Snowman Shuffle 4 Mile: Saturday, February 13th at 9:00 a.m. at Rugby Field in Cherokee Park.
The Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge
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've added a charity partner to 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 $150 or more your entry is FREE! More details on how to fundraise or the option to make a donation when you register.
*subject to change
Finisher Medal
Each race in the Polar Bear Grand Prix has it’s own finisher medal and at the end, if you earn all three, they fit together to make a Polar Bear Grand Prix finisher medal.
Course Map
New this year!
Race Day Parking
PARKING IS VERY LIMITED SO GET THERE EARLY OR IF YOU CAN CARPOOL, HAVE SOMEONE DROP YOU OFF OR PARK FURTHER AROUND THE SCENIC LOOP AND WALK
There is a small lot and marked spots on the road at the Rugby Field 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 DO NOT LEAVE WHILE PARTICIPANTS ARE STILL FINISHING
Awards
Awards to the top three male and female overall, first male and female master and grandmaster. Awards to the top three male and female in each of the following age groups: 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 and 80 & over.
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mary Jones | $27.48 |
| 2 | David Sedlak | $11.50 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Camille Estes
- Website
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