Betsie Bay Frozen 5K
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About the race
The Betsie Bay Frozen 5K is scheduled for February 13, 2027 in Frankfort, Michigan. The course distance is 3.1 Miles and the event is based at the American Legion, 206 Main St, Frankfort, MI 49635.
Registration opens October 1, 2026 at 12:30 and closes January 13, 2027 at 09:59; the registration fee is $35.00. Packet pick up will be available at the American Legion on Friday, February 12 from 4:00PM to 6:00PM and again on race morning from 8:30AM to 9:30AM. Participants may pick up packets for friends or family. Bag drop will be available inside the American Legion on race morning.
Parking is available along Main Street and Second Street and near the start in the Furnace Street Distillery parking lot; organizers ask that people avoid parking at the Elberta overlook to allow room for buses and race staging. Busing to the start is provided by Benzie Bus and Frankfort Public Schools; buses are scheduled to arrive at 9:10AM and depart at 9:40AM.
The city plans to sand portions of the course but conditions may vary with weather; participants should be prepared for winter course conditions. Post race awards will be available at the American Legion with no formal ceremony. Awards include top overall and top three in each age category. All participants receive a lightweight hoodie, a commemorative bib, a finisher medal, and a coupon for $2 off a StormCloud draft. Donated gifts will be given randomly to registered participants on race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
