Freezin' for a Reason 5K
Freezin' for a Reason 5K is a running race on November 21, 2026 in Minneapolis, MN, with an entry fee of $16.
- Date
- November 21, 2026 (20 days to go)
- Price
- $16
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Participate in the University of Minnesota Science and Engineering Student Board's annual 5K run on Saturday, November 22! Registration includes post-run hot chocolate, snacks and a long-sleeve athletic Freezin' for a Reason T-shirt.
This year's Freezin' for a Reason 5K is supporting Make-A-Wish, a charity that gives children with critical illnesses gifts to renew hope and strength, uniting neighbors, friends, families, and communities.
Race check-in will begin in Bruininks Hall, outside room 330, starting at 12:30 PM. At 1:00 PM, we'll learn about Make-A-Wish's impact. Participants will be expected to be ready at the start at 1:25 PM, and the race will begin at 1:30 PM. Post-event hot chocolate and snacks will be provided in Bruininks Hall, room 330 until the event concludes at 3:00 PM.
The rate is $18 for participation, all proceeds going to Make-A-Wish, with the shirt, snacks, and hot chocolate included; online registration is open until November 21 at 11:59pm, but day-of registration will be available as well!
Campus Race Route: https://z.umn.edu/FFRroute
Events
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
37°
Typical Low
25°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lower St Anthony Falls, 1 mi from the venue.
About Minneapolis, MN
Population
426,845
as of 2023
City Elevation
820 ft
Nearest Airport
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 8 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
What Are You
Waiting For?
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20
Days to train
- Race
- Freezin' for a Reason 5K
- Date
- November 21, 2026
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Freezin' for a Reason 5K
Nov 21, 2026