Frosty 5K - Waukesha
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Event overview
The Frosty 5K takes place on January 24, 2026 in Frame Park, Waukesha, WI. The event includes multiple distances and race types:
- 5K
- Walk - 1.75 miles
- 1K Kiddo's Race (open to ages 10 and under)
- 5K Ruck
Course and logistics
The 5K course is described as flat and is run on paved trails in Frame Park. It is a two-lap loop around the Fox River; to accommodate a shared start/finish line the distance is slightly longer than 5 km (about 5.5 km / 3.4 miles). Walkers complete one lap. There is one on-course aid station at the finish area that will provide water; runners pass the aid station at about 1.2 miles. The event is chip timed by Silver Circle Sports Events with a chip start. Packet pick-up is at the Schuetze Rec Center at Frame Park; participants should have the QR code on their registration receipt available on a mobile device or saved as an image. Dogs are not allowed in Frame Park per city ordinance, and Yak Tracks are prohibited inside the Schuetze Rec Center building.
Awards, shirts and policies
All registered participants receive a finisher woodle from Ridgeway Woodworks. Top three male and female finishers in 5-year age groups receive a custom woodle; Average Joe & Jane awards go to the middle male and female finishers and include a T-shirt and custom woodle. Results and age group times are available online after finishing. Participants registered by January 9 are guaranteed a custom cotton unisex T-shirt. Refunds are not permitted for any reason; the event may be delayed or canceled for severe weather, and canceled events will not be refunded. The event partners with Silver Circle Foundation, Inc. (a 501(c)(3)) for charitable support. Volunteers may run a future race at no charge. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.