45th Annual Freeze Yer Gizzard Blizzard Runtrade mark 5K & 10K
- Date Sat 25th January 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location International Falls, Minnesota
- Price $36.23 - $52.13
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for a winter running adventure at the 45th Annual Freeze Yer Gizzard Blizzard Run, taking place on Saturday, January 25, 2025, in the charming town of International Falls, Minnesota, known as the Icebox of the Nation! This unique event invites runners to brave the chilly temperatures as they choose between a 5K or a 10K race—or take on the ultimate challenge by running both!
Join fellow enthusiasts at the Backus Community Center, where registration begins on Friday evening and continues bright and early on race day. The 5K kicks off at 9 AM, followed by the 10K at 10 AM. Don’t miss the post-race pancake feed hosted by the Falls Education Foundation, along with a festive awards ceremony to celebrate all participants. With enthusiastic support from the legendary Gizzard Girls and a commemorative participation medal for all finishers, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Be sure to plan ahead and reserve your accommodations early, as this beloved winter celebration draws runners from far and wide!
Join fellow enthusiasts at the Backus Community Center, where registration begins on Friday evening and continues bright and early on race day. The 5K kicks off at 9 AM, followed by the 10K at 10 AM. Don’t miss the post-race pancake feed hosted by the Falls Education Foundation, along with a festive awards ceremony to celebrate all participants. With enthusiastic support from the legendary Gizzard Girls and a commemorative participation medal for all finishers, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Be sure to plan ahead and reserve your accommodations early, as this beloved winter celebration draws runners from far and wide!
Organiser's Description
The Freeze Yer Gizzard Blizzard Run is the zaniest winter running event in North America! Only the bold run the cold in this famous little northern border town of International Falls, Minnesota [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Falls,_Minnesota] - aka the Icebox of the Nation! Choose between the 5K or the 10K - or if you are really tough....run both. The legendary Gizzard Girls will be on hand to register, assist and cheer on all racers! We hope to see all the runners at the Runners Reception after the race!
RACE START AND REGISTRATIONS LOCATED AT BACKUS COMMUNITY CENTER, 900 5TH ST, INTL FALLS MN 56649
* Check-in and bib pickup available Friday 5pm - 7:30pm & Saturday beginning at 7:30am
* 5K starts at 9am
* 10K starts at 10am
* The Falls Education Foundation will be hosting a pancake feed from 7:30am to 11:30 am. Free will donation.
* FYGBR Awards Ceremony for 5K & 10K Races at 11:30am (est.)
* Race fee no longer includes the t-shirt.
* Commemorative participation medal is included.
* HIGHLY RECOMMEND DUE TO OTHER AREA EVENTS THAT YOU RESERVE A ROOM ASAP! Click this link to find the area accommodations. [https://www.rainylake.org/lodging.html?fbclid=IwAR0ZmkJkimDjPYk0pQ_Mqlc-5J95YUWPXxoxT05A01vE2jJOtYTP8EZPW0g]
RACE START AND REGISTRATIONS LOCATED AT BACKUS COMMUNITY CENTER, 900 5TH ST, INTL FALLS MN 56649
* Check-in and bib pickup available Friday 5pm - 7:30pm & Saturday beginning at 7:30am
* 5K starts at 9am
* 10K starts at 10am
* The Falls Education Foundation will be hosting a pancake feed from 7:30am to 11:30 am. Free will donation.
* FYGBR Awards Ceremony for 5K & 10K Races at 11:30am (est.)
* Race fee no longer includes the t-shirt.
* Commemorative participation medal is included.
* HIGHLY RECOMMEND DUE TO OTHER AREA EVENTS THAT YOU RESERVE A ROOM ASAP! Click this link to find the area accommodations. [https://www.rainylake.org/lodging.html?fbclid=IwAR0ZmkJkimDjPYk0pQ_Mqlc-5J95YUWPXxoxT05A01vE2jJOtYTP8EZPW0g]
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