Freezy Cheeks 5K: First Frost
- Date Sun 18th January 2026
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Essex Junction, Vermont
- Price $35.00 - $55.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the New Year with the exciting Freezy Cheeks 5K: First Frost, taking place on Sunday, January 18, 2026, in the charming town of Essex Junction, Chittenden. This exhilarating race marks the beginning of RunVermont's popular three-race series of chip-timed 5Ks throughout January, February, and March. Participants can enjoy a flexible open-start format, allowing runners to begin their race anytime between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
Join fellow running enthusiasts at Black Flannel Brewing, located at the vibrant Essex Experience, where registration includes a complimentary beverage, including options for those 21 and over. With race-day registration available and the opportunity for exclusive discounts and raffle prizes for those who pick up their bibs early at Skirack, this event promises to be a fantastic way to embrace the winter season. Don't miss out on this fun community gathering that combines fitness, camaraderie, and a refreshing drink to celebrate your achievement!
Join fellow running enthusiasts at Black Flannel Brewing, located at the vibrant Essex Experience, where registration includes a complimentary beverage, including options for those 21 and over. With race-day registration available and the opportunity for exclusive discounts and raffle prizes for those who pick up their bibs early at Skirack, this event promises to be a fantastic way to embrace the winter season. Don't miss out on this fun community gathering that combines fitness, camaraderie, and a refreshing drink to celebrate your achievement!
Organiser's Description
The first race in Freezy Cheeks, RunVermont's three-race series of chip-timed 5Ks in January, February, and March. Open-start format, runners can start anytime from 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM. We allow race-day registration and strongly encourage paying online. For this first one, we'll be at Black Flannel Brewing [https://www.blackflannel.com/], located at the Essex Experience in Essex Junction, VT, and registration includes one limited beverage (including beer (21+) and N/A option).
Your bib can be picked up from Skirack between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM the Friday and Saturday before the race or at the race under the RunVermont tent between 10:15 AM and 11:55 AM. There will be special discounts and an exclusive raffle for registrants that get their bibs at Skirack.
Your bib can be picked up from Skirack between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM the Friday and Saturday before the race or at the race under the RunVermont tent between 10:15 AM and 11:55 AM. There will be special discounts and an exclusive raffle for registrants that get their bibs at Skirack.
Races
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5k
Sun 18th January 2026 (11:00AM EST)
$35.00
CLOSEDOpen-start format. -
2-Person Special
Sun 18th January 2026 (11:00AM EST)
$55.00
CLOSEDRun with a friend and save!
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