GrindFest Progression Run
- Date Sat 27th December 2025
- Time 6:00PM CST
- Location Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Price $20.00
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting GrindFest Progression Run on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at the Pettit National Ice Center in Milwaukee! This unique indoor event has been a beloved tradition since 2013, bringing together runners from across the Midwest to celebrate the year's end in a one-of-a-kind last-person-standing progression run. Participants will tackle a 443-meter track, increasing their speed every three laps (0.84 miles) until only the fastest remain. With two starting options around 6:30 and 6:10, runners will push their limits as they keep pace with the thrilling challenge.
As the competition heats up, prepare for an exhilarating finale where the final pack will race to the finish after the iconic bell rings. GrindFest is not just about racing; it’s a festive gathering filled with fun prizes for the most creative and speedy teams, the runner sporting the best ugly sweater, and a prediction contest. Plus, don’t miss the chance to win the coveted Mom of the Year award! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a spirited spectator, GrindFest promises an unforgettable day of excitement and camaraderie. Join us for this memorable event in Milwaukee!
As the competition heats up, prepare for an exhilarating finale where the final pack will race to the finish after the iconic bell rings. GrindFest is not just about racing; it’s a festive gathering filled with fun prizes for the most creative and speedy teams, the runner sporting the best ugly sweater, and a prediction contest. Plus, don’t miss the chance to win the coveted Mom of the Year award! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a spirited spectator, GrindFest promises an unforgettable day of excitement and camaraderie. Join us for this memorable event in Milwaukee!
Organiser's Description
Since 2013, runners from across the Midwest have gathered to celebrate the end of the year with a one-of-a-kind event: an indoor, last-person-standing progression run!
Hosted on the Pettit National Ice Center's 443m track, runners speed up every 3 laps (0.84 miles), until they can't go any faster. With two options for when to start progressing (~6:30 or ~6:10), runners keep running as long as they can hang with the ever increasing pace. When it's down to the final pack, The Bell will be rung and a 3 lap first-to-the-finish race to determine the top places is on.
GrindFest promises to be a blast for all, from runners to spectators, with prizes for the most creative and fastest teams, the athletes who run furthest in an ugly sweater, a prediction contest, and of course, the coveted Mom of the Year award.
Check out our website [https://grindfest414.wixsite.com/grindfest] for more information.
Hosted on the Pettit National Ice Center's 443m track, runners speed up every 3 laps (0.84 miles), until they can't go any faster. With two options for when to start progressing (~6:30 or ~6:10), runners keep running as long as they can hang with the ever increasing pace. When it's down to the final pack, The Bell will be rung and a 3 lap first-to-the-finish race to determine the top places is on.
GrindFest promises to be a blast for all, from runners to spectators, with prizes for the most creative and fastest teams, the athletes who run furthest in an ugly sweater, a prediction contest, and of course, the coveted Mom of the Year award.
Check out our website [https://grindfest414.wixsite.com/grindfest] for more information.
Races
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Wave 1: 6:30 Starting Pace
Sat 27th December 2025 (6:00PM CST)
$20.00
Runners in Wave 1 will run 9 laps (starting at 6:30-6:34 pace) before being joined by Wave 2 runners. From there, all athletes will run together until they fall off the pace or opt to end their race. -
Wave 2: 6:10 Starting Pace
Sat 27th December 2025 (6:15PM CST)
$20.00
Wave 2 runners will join the Wave 1 pack at the conclusion of Wave 1's 9th lap (approximately 15 minutes after Wave 1 starts). From there, all athletes will run together until they fall off the pace or opt to end their race.
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