Freakin Freezin 5K - Lakeland
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Event overview
The Freakin Freezin 5K - Lakeland takes place on January 24, 2026 at Thomas B. Mack Park, Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland, FL 33801. The event offers these options:
- 5K
- 5K - No Shirt
- Virtual 5K
Florida Giant Dog Rescue is the charity partner for 2026. RaceJoy is available for live phone tracking and GPS progress alerts for participants and remote spectators. Virtual participants can submit their time by the end of race day and will receive virtual packages the Monday after the event; shipping is available for the continental United States only.
Course, registration and awards
The course uses the path around Lake Hollingsworth. It is described as flat, entirely on trail, and closed to cars. Water stations will be provided at about every 1.5 miles. Packet pickup is available on race morning starting one hour before the event.
Registration fees vary by period for both in-person and virtual options, with lower early prices and higher late or race-day prices. Participants registered by 01/14 are guaranteed race swag in their size; after that date swag is available while supplies last. Finisher medals are reserved for the first 175 registered. Awards are given to top overall, masters, grand masters, senior grand masters and in five-year age groups from 10 & under through 75+. Volunteer recruitment may qualify for a $50 Visa gift card under the race volunteer program. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.