46th Annual Freeze Yer Gizzard Blizzard Run™ 5K & 10K
- Date Sat 23rd January 2027
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location International Falls, Minnesota
- Price $33.05 - $48.95
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the chill at the 46th Annual Freeze Yer Gizzard Blizzard Run™ on Saturday, January 23, 2027, in the heart of International Falls, Minnesota, famously known as the "Icebox of the Nation!" This exhilarating winter running event invites daring participants to choose between a 5K or 10K race, with the option to tackle both for the truly adventurous. The festivities kick off at the Backus Community Center, where you can pick up your bib and check in on Friday evening or Saturday morning.
Join fellow winter warriors as the 5K race begins at 9 AM, followed by the 10K at 10 AM. Post-race, the fun continues with a delightful pancake feed hosted by the Falls Education Foundation and an awards ceremony to celebrate the achievements of all participants. Be sure to snag a commemorative medal to celebrate your accomplishment, and remember to reserve your accommodation early, as this popular event draws runners from all over! Don't miss out on the chance to take part in this unique and spirited winter tradition—mark your calendars and get ready to run the cold!
Join fellow winter warriors as the 5K race begins at 9 AM, followed by the 10K at 10 AM. Post-race, the fun continues with a delightful pancake feed hosted by the Falls Education Foundation and an awards ceremony to celebrate the achievements of all participants. Be sure to snag a commemorative medal to celebrate your accomplishment, and remember to reserve your accommodation early, as this popular event draws runners from all over! Don't miss out on the chance to take part in this unique and spirited winter tradition—mark your calendars and get ready to run the cold!
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.
* You can purchase a t-shirt here. [https://www.hasbargencustoms.com/s/search?q=fygbr]
* 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.
* You can purchase a t-shirt here. [https://www.hasbargencustoms.com/s/search?q=fygbr]
* 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]
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.05 Fee
Sat 23rd January 2027 (9:00AM CST)
$33.05
OPENS TOMORROW -
10k
Incl. $3.05 Fee
Sat 23rd January 2027 (10:00AM CST)
$33.05
OPENS TOMORROW -
5k/10k
Incl. $3.95 Fee
Sat 23rd January 2027 (9:00AM CST)
$48.95
OPENS TOMORROW
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