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Sunday, December 13th, 2026
2 Hippo Way, Toledo OH
5K
26–38°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
17–31°F
dry
2024
9–24°F
dry
2023
25–39°F
dry
2022
32–38°F
dry
2021
36–48°F
dry
2020
33–42°F
dry
2019
29–44°F
dry
2018
28–43°F
dry
2017
16–28°F
rain
2016
17–26°F
dry
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About this race
P olar Paws & Santa Claws 5k is fun fur your whole family!
Get ready to move your paws!
5k Registrants will receive:
- Collectible medal (first 850 only)
- Wearable swag (first 700 only)
- Complimentary Hot Cocoa
- Custom bib with chip timing
- Admission to Lights Before Christmas presented by Huntington Bank
The Cub Run is for kids up to age 12 and includes an ice slide pass.
All participants are encouraged to wear holiday themed attire and light-up accessories as they run or walk their own race.
For more information, please visit toledozoo.org/polarpaws
PACKET PICKUP
Thursday, Dec 10 and Friday, Dec 11 at Dave's Running Shop in Sylvania, Starlite Plaza
3-6:30 pm both days
For any registrations AFTER Dec 11, race packets may be picked up at the Toledo Zoo on race day
Course map
Train with a club
Run clubs near Toledo to train with before race day.
Fremont Elite Runners Club
Lindsey, OHSuggested Races
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