In 145 days · Sat, Jan 30, 2027
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When
Saturday, January 30th, 2027
Where
N3232 County Road H, Lake Geneva WI
Distances
5K · 10K
Typical weather
14–29°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2026
0–16°F
dry
2025
26–51°F
dry
2024
31–39°F
dry
2023
-1–10°F
dry
2022
3–28°F
dry
2021
24–32°F
rain
2020
22–32°F
dry
2019
-26–-12°F
dry
2018
9–30°F
dry
2017
10–31°F
dry
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About this race
Get Out & Play This Winter!
Race Overview:
- Event: The Abominable Snow Race is the Midwest's premiere Winter adventure.
- Location: A Winter Obstacle Race held at Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures.
- Fun for: Fun for the whole family (ages 4+).
- Options: Run/Walk Just for Fun (5k or 10k), go for distance (20k Yeti's Challenge), or compete for cash and prizes (10k Elite/AG).
Event Details:
- Date: January 30, 2027
- Race Venue Location:
Events Available:
- 10K: 25+ Obstacles - Elite/AG (Ages 15+)
- 5K: 15+ Obstacles - Fun Run (Ages 10+)
- 10K: 25+ Obstacles - Fun Run (Ages 10+)
- 20k: 50+ Obstacles - Fun Run (Ages 10+)
- LiL Yeti's Course: 1/4 - 1/2 Mile | 7+ Obstacles (Ages 4-11)
Parking Information:
- VIP Parking: House of Music (Across the street from Venue) - $25 per car - Prepay Only - Purchase during registration, as spots are limited.
- Offsite Parking: Hawks View Golf Course (2 miles from the Venue) - $10 per car - Pay onsite - You'll take a bus shuttle to House of Music.
Racer Swag:
- Finisher's Shirt: All racers will receive an Abominable Snow Race Finisher's Shirt and Medal.
- 20k Runners: receive 3 Medals > 2 ASR Finisher's Medals (1 for each lap) + the coveted Yeti Nation Medal.
- Drink: All racers will receive a ticket for a Free Craft Beer (21 years or older) or a Hot Chocolate.
Food & Drink Availability:
- Food Trucks: We will have food truck(s) onsite at the event (cash or card).
- Craft Brew: Will be served on-site (cash or card).
- Hot Chocolate: Will be served on-site (cash or card).
Festival Area:
- Basecamp: All outdoors with ample # of fire pits, seating, pictures, music, food truck, craft beer, and vendors.
Bag Drop, Changing Rooms, & Bathrooms:
- Bag Drop: We will have a Bag Drop Area on-site (free). Use of bag drop is at your own risk.
- Changing Rooms: We will have changing tents on-site (Male & Female).
- Bathrooms: We will have porta-potties on-site at the event.
- Additional Facilities: Hawks View Golf Course has indoor bathrooms, House of Music has outdoor porta-potties.
Elite/AG Awards:
- Top 3 Male/Female: Overall Top 3 will be awarded with Cash Prizes and a Podium Flag.
- Age Group Awards: Remaining competitive field will be placed in our Age Group awards and receive a Podium Flag.
Where To Stay:
- Hotel Discount: We've secured a room block with a discounted rate at Fairfield Inn & Suites Lake Geneva. Rooms must be booked by January 13th to receive the discounted group rate. Book your room HERE.
- Other Options: Visit www.lakegenevahotels.org for other lodging options.
What Type of Obstacles to Expect:
- Course Design: Our course is designed and built by Race Ready Obstacles, so you can always expect to see new and exciting obstacles, along with the classics you know and love.
- Obstacle Information: Visit our Obstacles page for pics and descriptions of prior years obstacles.
Train Like a Yeti!
- Survival Guide: Download our Free ASR Survival Guide & be prepared on race day.
- Training Resources: Visit our Training Page for Training Videos & Training Blogs from top athletes in the industry.
Have Additional Questions About the Event?
- FAQs: Visit our FAQ page for answers to common questions.
- Contact: Contact Us Here with your specific question and we':ll get back to you promptly.
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