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Saturday, January 9th, 2027
2949 Scenic Loop, Louisville KY
5K
28–43°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2026
46–66°F
rain
2025
9–21°F
dry
2024
36–51°F
rain
2023
27–45°F
dry
2022
27–44°F
rain
2021
28–34°F
dry
2020
33–57°F
dry
2019
26–43°F
dry
2018
32–44°F
dry
2017
20–41°F
dry
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About this race
Frostbite 5k Run/Walk 2027
Date: January 9, 2027
Location: 2949 Scenic Loop, Louisville, KY
For more information and to register, visit: Race Registration
Event Overview
- Series Participation: This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series.
- Finisher Medal: Complete six races to earn a Run the 502 Finisher Medal with charms.
- Extra Goodies: The first 300 participants will receive an additional race goodie.
Polar Bear Grand Prix
- Series Races: The Polar Bear Grand Prix consists of three races held in December, January, and February.
- Medals: Each race provides a finisher medal that together form the Polar Bear Grand Prix finisher medal.
Entry Fee Includes
- Shirt: Long sleeve 1/4 zip tech shirt*
- Finisher Medal: Earn a medal upon completion.
- Photography: Free race photography will be provided.
- Awards: Age Group Awards for participants.
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, and the Coed team must score one woman. Teams can participate in any individual or all three races.
Compete for team awards and individual prizes: there is no additional fee for the Team Challenge.
Charity Partnership
Support The Olmsted Parks Conservancy! Help maintain the beauty of Louisville's parks by donating and/or fundraising. Raise $150 or more to have your registration fee waived. More details on fundraising or donation options available during registration.
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