Resolution Run 5K and Polar Bear Dive - 2026
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 10:30AM PST
- Location Seattle, Washington
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Kick off the New Year with the exhilarating Resolution Run 5K and Polar Bear Dive on January 1, 2026, in Seattle, King County! This exciting event invites participants of all ages to embrace the spirit of the season with a fun 5K run/walk, followed by a festive finish festival. Join in the fun and enjoy free chili, hot chocolate, and apple cider to warm you up after your race. With over 60 divisional prizes up for grabs, every participant has a chance to win!
For those feeling adventurous, take the plunge into Lake Washington with the optional Polar Bear Dive, which occurs just before the finish line. Approximately 60% of runners choose to take the plunge, and for your comfort, heated changing room tents will be available to help you dry off. Plus, don’t miss the free kids dash, and if you're 21 or older, unwind in the beer garden after your run. Celebrate the New Year with a memorable experience that combines fitness, community, and fun at the Resolution Run!
For those feeling adventurous, take the plunge into Lake Washington with the optional Polar Bear Dive, which occurs just before the finish line. Approximately 60% of runners choose to take the plunge, and for your comfort, heated changing room tents will be available to help you dry off. Plus, don’t miss the free kids dash, and if you're 21 or older, unwind in the beer garden after your run. Celebrate the New Year with a memorable experience that combines fitness, community, and fun at the Resolution Run!
Organiser's Description
The Resolution Run is a 5K run/walk and finish festival celebrating the start of the New Year, with an optional Polar Plunge into Lake Washington.
Free chili, hot chocolate, apple cider! Over 60 divisional prizes! Long sleeve shirt or medal! Free kids dash! Beer garden (21+) if New Years Eve wasnt enough!
POLAR PLUNGE
The optional Polar Bear Dive into Lake Washington is located just before the finish line. About 60% of runners chose the Polar Bear Dive. We will have two heated gender specific changing room tents onsite for participants to change into dry clothes. Polar plunge and dry 5k results scored separately.
Free chili, hot chocolate, apple cider! Over 60 divisional prizes! Long sleeve shirt or medal! Free kids dash! Beer garden (21+) if New Years Eve wasnt enough!
POLAR PLUNGE
The optional Polar Bear Dive into Lake Washington is located just before the finish line. About 60% of runners chose the Polar Bear Dive. We will have two heated gender specific changing room tents onsite for participants to change into dry clothes. Polar plunge and dry 5k results scored separately.
Races
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5K Run/Walk - Dry Event
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 1st January 2026 (10:30AM PST)
$43.40
T-shirts sizes are not guaranteed after December 15 -
5K Trip-N-Drip - Ind - Polar Bear Plunge Into Lake Washington
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 1st January 2026 (10:30AM PST)
$43.40
T-shirts sizes are not guaranteed after December 15 -
Kids Dash
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 1st January 2026 (11:30AM PST)
Free
T-shirts sizes are not guaranteed after December 15
Resolution Run 5K and Polar Bear Dive - 2026
