Iceman Series 2026-27

  • Date Sat 12th December 2026 - Sat 6th February 2027
  • Time 9:00AM CST
  • Location Springfield, Illinois
  • Price $22.20 - $117.60
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to embrace winter and elevate your running game at the Iceman Series 2026-27, taking place from December 12, 2026, to February 6, 2027, in Springfield, Sangamon. This exciting series of progressive races is designed to keep you motivated and moving during the colder months! Participants can earn points for each race they join, with 15 points awarded just for showing up, plus additional points for each kilometer completed.

The series kicks off with a 10K (6.2 miles) and 5K on December 12, followed by a 12K (7.46 miles) and another 5K on December 26. As the new year rolls in, runners can challenge themselves with a 15K (9.32 miles), a 10K, and a 5K on January 9, leading up to an 18K (11.18 miles), 10K, and 5K on January 23. Finally, cap off this exhilarating series with a grand finish at the February Half Marathon (13.1 miles), alongside 10K and 5K events on February 6.

Each race features fantastic post-race perks

Organiser's Description

_202627 ICEMAN SERIES_

Extend your running season through the winter with the 202627 ICEMAN SERIES a progressive set of races designed to keep you motivated and moving in the cold months.

POINTS SERIES (DECEMBER & JANUARY)

* 15 points for participating
* 1 point for each kilometer you run
* Age-group points (5-year brackets): 15 for 1st, 14 for 2nd, 13 for 3rd, and so on

View last years Points Series results [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQaeslE1u-MjqriflgJiTt5RPwFBfGkpgFHygUbrtdiT2no1t3JFPgWOSyxox7Hz3kKk421pOM1d5Tj/pubhtml]

FEBRUARY HALF MARATHON EVENT

The February HALF MARATHON, 10K, AND 5K are separate from the points contest:

* HALF MARATHON: Finisher medal, Iceman shirt, and awards for top finishers.
* 10K & 5K: Finisher medal, t-shirt, and awards for the top 3 male and female finishers overall.

FULL SERIES BONUS SWAG

Runners who sign up for the full series will receive an ICEMAN SERIES QUARTER-ZIP SHIRT at the first event, in addition to the Iceman shirt at the Half Marathon.

Full series participants also receive a SERIES DISPLAY TO HOLD THEIR FINISHER MEDALLIONS.
[Iceman Series display for finisher medallions] _Series finisher medallion display included with full series registration._

POST-RACE PERKS

Each event begins and ends at a local restaurant or bar. Your registration includes a $5 COUPON FOR FOOD AND DRINKS after your run. Every race offers both a short-distance and long-distance option.

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RACE SCHEDULE

* DECEMBER 12, 2026 10K (6.2 MILES) & 5K
_The Corner Pub & Grill_
3271 W. Iles Ave (Iles & Koke Mill, Springfield, IL)
_VENUE CONFIRMED_
* DECEMBER 26, 2026 12K (7.46 MILES) & 5K
_Home Plate Bar & Grill_
2571 S. Koke Mill Rd (Koke Mill & Ginger Creek, Springfield, IL)
_VENUE CONFIRMED_
* JANUARY 9, 2027 15K (9.32 MILES), 10K & 5K
Location to be announced
_VENUE UNCONFIRMED_
* JANUARY 23, 2027 18K (11.18 MILES), 10K & 5K
Harvest Market
3001 S Veterans Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62704 (White Oaks West)
* FEBRUARY 6, 2027 HALF MARATHON (13.1 MILES), 10K & 5K
Engrained Brewery
1120 Lincolnshire Blvd, Springfield, IL 62711 (Legacy Point)

_ SIGN UP TODAY AND BE A PART OF ONE OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS MOST EXCITING WINTER RUNNING TRADITIONS. _

Races

  • All Iceman Series Runs Including the Half Marathon 10K & 5K

    Incl. $7.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM CST)

    $117.60

  • All Iceman Series Runs (Except Feb 7th Half Marathon, 10K & 5K)

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM CST)

    $69.90

  • Iceman Series10K or 5K - Dec 12th at 9am

    Incl. $2.20 Fee

    Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM CST)

    $22.20

  • Iceman Series 12K or 5K - Dec. 26th at 9am

    Incl. $2.20 Fee

    Sat 26th December 2026 (9:00AM CST)

    $22.20

  • Iceman Series 15K, 10K or 5K - 1/9 at 9am

    Incl. $2.20 Fee

    Sat 9th January 2027 (9:00AM CST)

    $22.20

    You can choose on race day the other distances before your start or after your return from the run.
  • Iceman Series 18K, 10K or 5K - 1/23 at 9am

    Incl. $2.20 Fee

    Sat 23rd January 2027 (9:00AM CST)

    $22.20

    You can choose on race day the other distances before your start or after your return from the run.
  • Iceman Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

    Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 6th February 2027 (9:00AM CST)

    $59.30

    A 10K and 5K route are also available on race day.

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Location

1315 W Lawrence Ave, Springfield, 62704, IL, United States

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