Minneapolis Frozen 5K
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Minneapolis Frozen 5K
The Minneapolis Frozen 5K is an officially timed 5K race held at Lake Nokomis Park on March 6, 2027. The course circles Lake Nokomis and is part of the larger Polar Plunge day of events presented by Law Enforcement for Special Olympics Minnesota. All participants receive a medal and a race t-shirt; the Polar Plunge shirt will be replaced by a Frozen 5K shirt for this event.
The listed race fee is $40 and registrants may pay the fee as a self-donation to their account. Participants may also fundraise beyond the race fee to earn additional incentives. There is an option called Dash & Splash that combines the 5K with a chilly plunge into Lake Nokomis; Dash & Splash registrants must raise at least $115 total.
The event is dog friendly and welcomes participants to run or walk with dogs. Parking near the Plunge site is limited; organizers provide shuttle service with stops around Lake Nokomis and at the Mall of America, and there is a designated ride share drop off and pick up zone at 4955 W Lake Nokomis Parkway. Lake Nokomis Parkway will be closed entirely around the lake for the Frozen 5K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
