Frostbite Festival
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Frostbite Festival
The Frostbite Festival takes place in Springfield, Illinois on December 6, 2026. The event is based at AMF Springfield Lanes on West Lawrence and uses an out and back course noted for its roller coaster hills. The festival marks the event's 63rd anniversary. All in person finishers receive a medal.
The event offers both in person and virtual participation options. In person race day details will follow local and state regulations and participants will receive instructions before the race. The virtual option allows participants to run or walk on their own course and submit a finish time. Virtual participants should expect no course support, markings, or marshals and are advised to take caution on roads with fast traffic. There are no age group awards for the virtual event, and virtual finish times must be entered to verify participation for related club series.
Registration opens on 9/13/2026 and is handled through RunSignUp. Registration does not accept cash or checks and transfers or sales between persons are not permitted. Packet pickup is scheduled for the Saturday afternoon before race day, with additional race morning pickup outside AMF Springfield Lanes from 8:00 am to 8:45 am. There is an option to have packets mailed for a separate fee. A free FrostToes training group typically meets two weekday evenings in Washington Park and for a long run on Saturday. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
