About This Race

The 45th Annual Polar Bear Winter Classic is one of the oldest races in Indianapolis, held at Fowling Warehouse Indianapolis. It offers a 5K, a 5 Mile, and The Bear, which combines both races for a total of 8.1 miles. The race offers cash prizes and age group awards, with a post-race celebration inside Fowling Warehouse.

Course & Race Day Details

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Race Swag
First 1000 registrants guaranteed a finisher medal and a 'Wear the Bear' winter hat; optional long sleeve and hoodie available as add-ons.

Awards

Cash prizes and age group awards in all three event distances; top 3 overall female and male finishers in each event receive cash awards.

Race Weekend Logistics

Packet Pickup

Friday packet pickup at Fowling Warehouse (1125 E Brookside Ave) 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; race day packet pickup from 6:30am-8:15am.

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Choose Your Distance

5K Run 5K
$40.00
Increases Dec 06
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5 Mile Run 5m
$45.00
Increases Dec 06
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The Bear (5K + 5 Mile = both races) 5K
The Bear, running both races, is a tough one. This is why it has become a must do for those in Spring Training.
$50.00
Increases Dec 06
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Virtual 5k 5K
$40.00
Increases Feb 27
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Virtual 5 Mile 5m
$45.00
Increases Feb 27
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Virtual Bear (5k + 5 Mile) 5K
$50.00
Increases Feb 27
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