Freezin' for a Reason 5K
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 1:30PM CST
- Location Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Price $16.90
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Freezin' for a Reason 5K on Saturday, November 22, 2025, in the heart of Minneapolis, Hennepin! This annual run, hosted by the University of Minnesota Science and Engineering Student Board, is not just a race but a celebration of community spirit and support for a great cause. Lace up your running shoes and be a part of this fantastic event that raises funds for Make-A-Wish, a charity committed to bringing joy and hope to children facing critical illnesses.
Registration includes a cozy long-sleeve athletic T-shirt, along with delicious post-run hot chocolate and snacks to warm you up after the race. Check-in begins at 12:30 PM in Bruininks Hall, with the race kick-off set for 1:30 PM. Participants will gather to learn about Make-A-Wishβs incredible impact before hitting the course. Don't miss out on early bird pricing, available until November 15, when registration is just $15. After that, the fee will increase to $20. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual jogger, come out and make a difference while enjoying a beautiful day outdoors!
Registration includes a cozy long-sleeve athletic T-shirt, along with delicious post-run hot chocolate and snacks to warm you up after the race. Check-in begins at 12:30 PM in Bruininks Hall, with the race kick-off set for 1:30 PM. Participants will gather to learn about Make-A-Wishβs incredible impact before hitting the course. Don't miss out on early bird pricing, available until November 15, when registration is just $15. After that, the fee will increase to $20. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual jogger, come out and make a difference while enjoying a beautiful day outdoors!
Organiser's Description
Participate in the University of Minnesota Science and Engineering Student Board's annual 5K run on Saturday, November 22! Registration includes post-run hot chocolate, snacks and a long-sleeve athletic Freezin' for a Reason T-shirt.
This year's Freezin' for a Reason 5K is supporting Make-A-Wish, a charity that gives children with critical illnesses gifts to renew hope and strength, uniting neighbors, friends, families, and communities.
Race check-in will begin in Bruininks Hall, outside room 330, starting at 12:30 PM. At 1:00 PM, we'll learn about Make-A-Wish's impact. Participants will be expected to be ready at the start at 1:25 PM, and the race will begin at 1:30 PM. Post-event hot chocolate and snacks will be provided in Bruininks Hall, room 330 until the event concludes at 3:30 PM.
Early bird pricing ends November 15, after which the rate will increase from $15 to $20.
Campus Race Route: https://z.umn.edu/FFRroute
This year's Freezin' for a Reason 5K is supporting Make-A-Wish, a charity that gives children with critical illnesses gifts to renew hope and strength, uniting neighbors, friends, families, and communities.
Race check-in will begin in Bruininks Hall, outside room 330, starting at 12:30 PM. At 1:00 PM, we'll learn about Make-A-Wish's impact. Participants will be expected to be ready at the start at 1:25 PM, and the race will begin at 1:30 PM. Post-event hot chocolate and snacks will be provided in Bruininks Hall, room 330 until the event concludes at 3:30 PM.
Early bird pricing ends November 15, after which the rate will increase from $15 to $20.
Campus Race Route: https://z.umn.edu/FFRroute
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Freezin' for a Reason 5k
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd November 2025 (1:30PM CST)
$16.90
OPENS 05 NOV
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