Polar Bear Winter Classic

FEB

28

2026

Join the 44th Polar Bear Winter Classic on Feb 28, 2026 at Fowling Warehouse in Indianapolis with 5K, 5 Mile or The Bear plus virtual options. Celebrate indoors after the race and score medals, cash prizes and a cozy winter hat.

Sat 28 Feb 2026

Indianapolis, Indiana

Website Registration

8 miles 5 miles 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The 44th Annual Polar Bear Winter Classic takes place on February 28, 2026, at the Fowling Warehouse in Indianapolis. The event offers in-person and virtual race options and will include a post-race celebration held inside the Fowling Warehouse. The organizer lists cash prizes and age-group awards for all event distances.

Race distances

5K
5 Mile
The Bear (5K + 5 Mile : both races, total 8.1 miles)
Virtual 5K, Virtual 5 Mile, Virtual Bear

Registration, swag and location

Entry fees listed by the organizer are: $45 for the 5K, $50 for the 5 Mile, $55 for The Bear, and $40–$50 for virtual options. The organizer notes that prices increase after February 6, 2026. Runners registered before February 1 receive a finisher medal and a "Wear the Bear" winter hat; optional long sleeve shirts and hoodies are available as add-ons. The event address is 1125 E Brookside Ave d9, Indianapolis, IN 46202. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

8 mi

The Bear (5k + 5 Mile = Both Races)

5 mi

5 Mile Run

5 km

5k Run

Virtual 5 Mile

Virtual 5k

Virtual Bear (5k + 5 Mile)