Polar Run and Plunge 5K
- Date Sat 8th February 2025
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Big Stone Gap, Virginia
- Price $54.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating winter adventure at the Polar Run and Plunge 5K, happening on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, in the scenic town of Big Stone Gap, Virginia! This exciting event kicks off the Polar Festival at the Big Stone Gap Visitor Center, where participants can choose to take on the 5K Frozen Race or simply enjoy the thrilling Polar Plunge at the finish line. Whether you’re racing or plunging, everyone will receive an awesome event shirt and have the chance to warm up by the fire pits while enjoying adult beverages and delicious food.
The Polar Run and Plunge promises a day filled with fun, music, and community spirit, featuring a Chilly Chilly Cook-Off where you can also cast your vote for the People's Choice Award! With registration priced at $50 until February 7th and $55 on race day, this officially timed event includes awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as age group awards. Don’t forget to bring a towel and a change of clothes—you’ll want to join in the festivities at the Polar Festival after your plunge! Mark your calendar and get ready for a chilly yet unforgettable experience!
The Polar Run and Plunge promises a day filled with fun, music, and community spirit, featuring a Chilly Chilly Cook-Off where you can also cast your vote for the People's Choice Award! With registration priced at $50 until February 7th and $55 on race day, this officially timed event includes awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as age group awards. Don’t forget to bring a towel and a change of clothes—you’ll want to join in the festivities at the Polar Festival after your plunge! Mark your calendar and get ready for a chilly yet unforgettable experience!
Organiser's Description
Location:
Big Stone Gap Visitor Center
306 Wood Avenue E, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
Date:
Feb 8th, 2025
Description
Our starting event for The Polar Festival!
5K Frozen Race with a Polar Plunge at the finish
-Start/Finish will be at The Big Stone Gap Visitors Center
**Option to Plunge Only or Race w/Plunge but registration fee is the same (everyone gets the awesome shirt).
All contestants partaking in the PLUNGE are highly encouraged to bring towels and a dry change of clothing because you will want to hang around for the rest of the Polar Festival. Fire pits will be set up to dry you our and warm you up. Adult beverages to knock off the chill. Chilly Chilly Cook-Off. Great music, food and fun for all!
The cost is $50 through February 7 then increases to $55 on race day. This is an official timed event with awards for Overall Top Female and Male & Age Group Awards.
Registering for the Polar Run & Plunge has several benefits. You get the 2025 shirt, you are entered as a Judge for the Peoples Choice Award in the Chilly Chili Cook Off, and you get a Free Drink of your choice!
Big Stone Gap Visitor Center
306 Wood Avenue E, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
Date:
Feb 8th, 2025
Description
Our starting event for The Polar Festival!
5K Frozen Race with a Polar Plunge at the finish
-Start/Finish will be at The Big Stone Gap Visitors Center
**Option to Plunge Only or Race w/Plunge but registration fee is the same (everyone gets the awesome shirt).
All contestants partaking in the PLUNGE are highly encouraged to bring towels and a dry change of clothing because you will want to hang around for the rest of the Polar Festival. Fire pits will be set up to dry you our and warm you up. Adult beverages to knock off the chill. Chilly Chilly Cook-Off. Great music, food and fun for all!
The cost is $50 through February 7 then increases to $55 on race day. This is an official timed event with awards for Overall Top Female and Male & Age Group Awards.
Registering for the Polar Run & Plunge has several benefits. You get the 2025 shirt, you are entered as a Judge for the Peoples Choice Award in the Chilly Chili Cook Off, and you get a Free Drink of your choice!
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Race Hoodie
Sat 8th February 2025 (11:00AM EST)
$54.00
5K Run through the town of Big Stone and along the Green Belt
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