The Big Chill

JAN
18
2026
Run the Big Chill in South Milwaukee on January 18, 2026 with 5K and 10K options as the fourth stop of the Winter Run Series. Embrace the cold, dress warmly and enjoy a long sleeve finisher shirt, medal, chip timing and free photos.
Sun 18 Jan 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Big Chill

The Big Chill takes place on January 18, 2026 in South Milwaukee, WI. It is the fourth event in a six-event Winter Run Series that runs through Milwaukee and nearby suburbs. The event offers the following distances:

  • 5K
  • 10K

Race details

Both the Big Chill 5K and 10K list a registration fee of $45; the price increases after January 17, 2026. The event description notes that the Big Chill is historically the coldest race of the series and recommends dressing warmly.

Included with registration are a gender-specific long sleeve event shirt (women’s shirts are fitted and tend to run small), finisher food, and a finisher medal. Timing is chip-based and provided by Race Day Events. Free digital race photos are provided by Focal Flame Photography. The event is part of the Winter Run Series - a six-event series held during the winter season in the Milwaukee area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.