Polar Run 5K and Reindeer Plunge
- Date Sat 19th December 2026
- Time 12:45PM CST
- Location Center Junction, Iowa
- Price $6.30 - $27.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
The day kicks off with the Candy Cane 800 Meter Run for kids aged 10 and under at 12:45 PM, followed by the main Polar Run 5K at 1 PM, and wraps up with the daring Reindeer Plunge at 2 PM. Participants in the Polar Run will have the chance to earn medals in various age divisions, ensuring everyone has a shot at glory! Plus, a portion of your registration fee supports local Jones County School Athletic Boosters, making this event not only fun but also a great way to give back to the community. Bundle up, bring your adventurous spirit, and make unforgettable memories at this unique winter celebration!
Organiser's Description
Join us on December 19th to work off some of those holiday calories and embrace the great outdoors. Be prepared for a little shivering and possibly some questionable life choices, all while making unforgettable memories.
A portion of your fee will support one of the three Jones County School Athletic Boosters that you choose, listed below. So while you are braving the cold, you're also giving back.
-Anamosa Athletic Boosters
-Monticello Athletic Boosters
-Midland Athletic Boosters
EVENTS:
Candy Cane 800 Meter Run (ages 10 and under) @ 12:45 PM
Polar Run 5K @ 1PM
Reindeer Plunge Only @ 2 PM
AWARD DIVISIONS:
Candy Cane 800 M Run (ages 10 & under)- trophies will be given to 1st place boy and 1st place girl
Polar Run 5K- medals will be given to top three places in all age divisions and genders:
12 and under, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+
Races
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Candy Cane 800 Meter Run (Ages 10 & Under)
Incl. $1.42 Fee
Sat 19th December 2026 (12:45PM CST)
$8.42
This is a short 800 Meter run for ages 10 and under. The first place male and female runners will receive a trophy. All others runners will receive a candy cane. -
Polar Run 5K (Ages 18 and Under)
Incl. $2.08 Fee & Stocking Cap or T-Shirt
Sat 19th December 2026 (1:00PM CST)
$20.08
This 5K course will take you around beautiful Central Park, but the route may change depending on the weather and conditions. Expect both trail and hard surface running. -
Polar Run 5K (Ages 19 and Older)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Stocking Cap or T-Shirt
Sat 19th December 2026 (1:00PM CST)
$27.50
This 5K course will take you around beautiful Central Park, but the route may change depending on the weather and conditions. Expect both trail and hard surface running. -
Reindeer Plunge
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sat 19th December 2026 (2:00PM CST)
$6.30
After all 5K participants have crossed the finish line, the adventurous souls will gather at the dock for a fun jump into the lake. If we have a great turnout, we'll have several waves of jumpers. And don't worry- if the lake is frozen, we'll make sure the ice is cut away around the dock so everyone can take a leap.
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Location
12515 Central Park Rd, Center Junction, 52212, IA, United States
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