Freeze For Food
- Date Sat 7th March 2026
- Time 12:00PM CST
- Location Madison, Wisconsin
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Freeze For Food event on Saturday, March 7th, 2026, in beautiful Madison, Dane! This uplifting community run and walk is dedicated to raising vital funds to support Madison's Open Doors for Refugees. Participants can choose between a 5K run/walk at 12 PM or a 10K run at 1 PM, all taking place at the scenic Vilas Park Shelter, located at 1602 Vilas Park Drive, Madison, WI.
In addition to promoting health and fitness, this event emphasizes food security. Participants are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to support the Goodman Community Center Fritz Food Pantry. Together, we can make a difference while enjoying a fun day outdoors! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to contribute to this meaningful cause—whether you're racing in person or donating, your support matters. Be part of the movement and help us create a brighter future for those in need!
In addition to promoting health and fitness, this event emphasizes food security. Participants are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to support the Goodman Community Center Fritz Food Pantry. Together, we can make a difference while enjoying a fun day outdoors! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to contribute to this meaningful cause—whether you're racing in person or donating, your support matters. Be part of the movement and help us create a brighter future for those in need!
Organiser's Description
Run or walk to raise funds to support Madisons Open Doors for Refugees [https://opendoorsforrefugees.org/]!
TIME:
5K Run/Walk: 12PM
10K Run: 1PM
LOCATION:
VILAS PARK SHELTER [https://goo.gl/maps/wDmFkH71z5mupGyT6]
1602 Vilas Park Drive
Madison, WI 53715
If you are unable to join the race in person, please consider making a donation using the donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/WI/Madison/RPCVFreezeForFood] button.
WHAT'S IN THE BAG?
There is no race bag this year, but your racer bib will be available in advance on Friday, at Movin' Shoes, 528 S. Park St., Madison, WI [https://goo.gl/maps/w6feVqkZc1Mk8Qwr6] from 2pm to 5:30pm, or on race day at Vilas Park [https://goo.gl/maps/wDmFkH71z5mupGyT6]. All registrants may pickup 2025 International Calendar [https://www.rpcvmadison.org/international-calendar] (while supply lasts) and other sponsor information at Vilas Park on race day.
Download or view the Freeze for Food 5K/10K Walk & Run Course Map: https://zurl.co/G4pZO
PICKUP LOCATION- RACE PACKET/REGISTRATION BAG & PICKUP
MOVIN' SHOES [https://goo.gl/maps/w6feVqkZc1Mk8Qwr6]
DAY: Friday
TIME: 2pm - 5:30pm
ADDRESS: 528 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715 [https://goo.gl/maps/w6feVqkZc1Mk8Qwr6]
Or on the day of the race at Vilas Park Shelter.
SUPPORT FOOD SECURITY WITH A FOOD BANK DONATION
This year we will also host a food drive for the Goodman Community Center Fritz Food Pantry. On race day, bring your non-perishable pantry donations to the Vilas Park Shelter where we will have a collection bin. Additionally, we will be collecting bags for the food pantry! Please bring your plastic, paper or cloth bags to donate. Our runners have always been strong supporters of food security projects, and we thank you.
_JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FreezeForFood/] AND FOLLOW US ON OUR FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/freezeforfood/] AND INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/FreezeforFood/] PAGE FOR THE LATEST UPDATES!_
TIME:
5K Run/Walk: 12PM
10K Run: 1PM
LOCATION:
VILAS PARK SHELTER [https://goo.gl/maps/wDmFkH71z5mupGyT6]
1602 Vilas Park Drive
Madison, WI 53715
If you are unable to join the race in person, please consider making a donation using the donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/WI/Madison/RPCVFreezeForFood] button.
WHAT'S IN THE BAG?
There is no race bag this year, but your racer bib will be available in advance on Friday, at Movin' Shoes, 528 S. Park St., Madison, WI [https://goo.gl/maps/w6feVqkZc1Mk8Qwr6] from 2pm to 5:30pm, or on race day at Vilas Park [https://goo.gl/maps/wDmFkH71z5mupGyT6]. All registrants may pickup 2025 International Calendar [https://www.rpcvmadison.org/international-calendar] (while supply lasts) and other sponsor information at Vilas Park on race day.
Download or view the Freeze for Food 5K/10K Walk & Run Course Map: https://zurl.co/G4pZO
PICKUP LOCATION- RACE PACKET/REGISTRATION BAG & PICKUP
MOVIN' SHOES [https://goo.gl/maps/w6feVqkZc1Mk8Qwr6]
DAY: Friday
TIME: 2pm - 5:30pm
ADDRESS: 528 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715 [https://goo.gl/maps/w6feVqkZc1Mk8Qwr6]
Or on the day of the race at Vilas Park Shelter.
SUPPORT FOOD SECURITY WITH A FOOD BANK DONATION
This year we will also host a food drive for the Goodman Community Center Fritz Food Pantry. On race day, bring your non-perishable pantry donations to the Vilas Park Shelter where we will have a collection bin. Additionally, we will be collecting bags for the food pantry! Please bring your plastic, paper or cloth bags to donate. Our runners have always been strong supporters of food security projects, and we thank you.
_JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FreezeForFood/] AND FOLLOW US ON OUR FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/freezeforfood/] AND INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/FreezeforFood/] PAGE FOR THE LATEST UPDATES!_
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 7th March 2026 (12:00PM CST)
$22.20
OPENS 01 OCT -
10k
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 7th March 2026 (1:00PM CST)
$22.20
OPENS 01 OCT -
5k and 10k
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 7th March 2026 (12:00PM CST)
$32.80
OPENS 01 OCT
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