Polar Bear Winter Classic - 43rd Annual
- Date Sat 22nd February 2025
- Location Indianapolis, Indiana
- Price $22.20 - $54.00
- Races 9 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile
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Event summary
This year's event promises to be more engaging than ever, with cash prizes and age group awards up for grabs across all race distances. Runners can look forward to a vibrant post-race celebration, making it a fantastic day for athletes and spectators alike. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit, and be part of a storied tradition in Indianapolis!
Organiser's Description
_IRSAY FAMILY CITYWAY YMCA_
SJC Racing is proud to continue the tradition of one of the oldest races in Indianapolis: the 43RD ANNUAL POLAR BEAR WINTER CLASSIC. We listened to runner feedback from 2024 and are returning to our roots with a 5K, 5 MILE & THE BEAR!
This historic race is strategically placed on the calendar during the second half of February to be the first major road race of the year in Indy. The race offers a unique format including a 5K, 5 Mile or _THE BEAR (5K + 5 MILE)_ The Bear is the challenge that allows you to run both distances, one after the other, for a total of 8.1 miles.
Stay tuned for Swag details coming soon...
Continuing with tradition, the Polar Bear Winter Classic offers cash prizes. age group awards in all three event distances. Post-race celebration details coming soon...
Races
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5K Run Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Wear the Bear Winter Hat
Sat 22nd February 2025
$38.10
The 5K course is a fast course that starts and finishing in front of the Irsay Family YMCA. -
5 Mile Run Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Wear the Bear Winter Hat
Sat 22nd February 2025
$43.40
The 5M uses the first part of the 5K then takes you into historic Bates Hendrix neighborhood and back. -
The Bear (5K + 5 Mile = Both Races)
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Wear the Bear Winter Hat
Sat 22nd February 2025
$48.70
The Bear, running both races, is a tough one. This is why it has become a must do for those in Spring Training. -
The Cub 5K - (Ages 5 -13; Runs With the 5K)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Wear the Bear Winter Hat
Sat 22nd February 2025
$22.20
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The Cub 5 Mile (Ages 6 -13; Runs With the 10K)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Wear the Bear Winter Hat
Sat 22nd February 2025
$32.80
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The Bear Cub: 5K + 5 Mile = Both Races - (Ages 10 - 13 Only)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Wear the Bear Winter Hat
Sat 22nd February 2025
$38.10
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Virtual 5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Wear the Bear Winter Hat
$43.40
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Virtual 5 Mile
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Wear the Bear Winter Hat
$48.70
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Virtual Bear (5k + 5 Mile)
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Wear the Bear Winter Hat
$54.00
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