The Frosty 5K
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Event overview
The Frosty 5K is scheduled for December 20, 2025, in Sarasota, Florida. The event is listed as the 11th annual Frosty 5K and starts and finishes at Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Rd, running through the adjacent neighborhood. The course is a road course on asphalt surfaces with no grass or paths.
Registration, distances and race features
- Frosty 5K (in-person)
- Virtual Frosty 5K
The in-person Frosty 5K has a listed price of $35; the virtual option is listed at $45. The price for the in-person event increases after November 30, 2025. All finishers receive a custom finisher medal. A long-sleeve race shirt is offered in gender-specific and youth sizes; guaranteed shirt sizes require early registration (no guarantees after December 1, 2025). Awards are given for overall and age-group placements, including youth overall (14 & under), masters through veteran grandmasters, and chip-time age groups. Additional event features include prizes for creative costumes, a post-race celebration with food and beverages, a costume contest during the post-race period, and mailed virtual race packets the week after the live event. Packet pick-up is available on race morning; advanced packet pick-up information is to be announced. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.