Polar Bear 5K
Denver, CO
Sun, Jan 17, 2027
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Sunday, January 17th, 2027
1700 E Louisiana Ave, Denver CO
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About this race
Event Overview
You run faster when it's cold, right? Come run for the 🥶Chill of it... all the "cool" runners are doing it!
Race Highlights
- Participants: Get some super fantastic running socks!
- FREE Photos: Posted right alongside your race results!
- Chill Refreshments: At the finish line.
- Kids Fun Run: Free, approximately a 200-meter run for those 8 & Under.
- Special Appearance: By Polie the Polar Bear.
- Custom Finisher Medal: With a super chill design!!!
New This Year
Coat drive for the community: We encourage you to check your closets and consider donating that coat you haven't worn in a while or that your child has grown out of... Thank you in advance!
Packet Pickup
- Advance Pick-up: Saturday, January 16, 2027, details TBD.
- Race Day Pick-up: Opens at 8:00 a.m. near the start line at Washington Park.
Race Series
The Polar Bear 5K Run/Walk is part of the RunDenver Series.
Schedule of Events
- 8:00 AM: Registration/Packet Pickup opens.
- 8:40 AM: Polie's Kids Fun Run Start (200 meters).
- 9:00 AM: 5K Run/Walk Starts.
- 10:00 AM: Awards & Costume Contest.
Date & Location: January 17, 2027, at 1700 E Louisiana Ave, Denver, CO.
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