Frosty 5k of Mineral Wells
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- Zappe Park, Mineral Wells, TX
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Join us for the Frosty 5k- the most festive running event in Downtown Mineral Wells.
This year's event will take place on a crisp holiday morning followed by hot cocoa for all!
Wear your favorite Christmas attire to join in on the fun. The more festive... the better!
Race Details:
Date: December 12, 2026
Race Day Schedule:
❄️ Event Packet Pick Up 7:00am-7:45am
❄️ 5k begins at 8:00am
❄️ Post Event Party until 11:00am
Location:
Zappe Park
200 NW 1st Ave
Mineral Well, TX, 76067
Parking: Parking is on-site.
Route: Begins downtown at the heart of Mineral Wells with rolling hills through serene neighborhood and historic homes.
Race Perks:
❄️ The most FESTIVE 5k in Mineral Wells
❄️ Event T-shirt
❄️ Finisher Medals
❄️ Food and Drinks
❄️ Post- event Crazy Water Hot Cocoa
Hydration: Water at the Start/finish area! In addition, there will be (1) aid station on the 5k course.
Race Packet Pick Up:
Race Day Only!
❄️ Saturday, December 12, 2026
The Outfitters of Palo Pinto County
200 West Hubbard Street, Suite 100 Mineral Wells, TX
7AM-8AM
Volunteer Information:
We cannot throw these races without you! Volunteering provides an opportunity to serve participants at aid stations,
on the course with directions, with post race food and drinks, etc. Need community service hours? We are happy to accommodate you!
Please email below and let us know if you would like to take part by volunteering.
*Times subject to change.
* We cannot guarantee event shirt if registered less than 3 weeks out of event
*Strollers & Dogs: Strollers and leashed dogs are happily allowed; we ask that you start in the back of the start line corral. Local leash laws apply.
Events
Weather
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
59°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mineral Wells Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mineral Wells, TX
Population
15,130
as of 2023
Elevation
882 ft
Nearest Airport
MWL
Mineral Wells Regional Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
DFW
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport · 63 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- Frosty 5k of Mineral Wells
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- Zappe Park, Mineral Wells, TX
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Frosty 5k of Mineral Wells?
- Frosty 5k of Mineral Wells is a running race held in Mineral Wells, Texas on December 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Frosty 5k of Mineral Wells?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Mineral Wells, Texas at Zappe Park, Mineral Wells, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Frosty 5k of Mineral Wells?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Frosty 5k of Mineral Wells
Dec 12, 2026