Join us for one of the oldest races in Indianapolis: the 42nd Annual Polar Bear Winter Classic 5K, 10K & The Bear! This historic race is always strategically placed on the calendar on the third Saturday in February and the first major road race of the year in Indy. The race offers a unique format including a 5K, 10K or The Bear (5K + 10K) The Bear is the challenge that allows you to run both distances, one after the other, for a total of 9.30 miles.

BREAKING NEWS: SJC Racing is proud to bring back the Polar Bear Winter Classic for the 42nd year in 2024.

Official Shirt, Medal and the Wear The Bear details coming soon...

Continuing with tradition, the Polar Bear Winter Classic offers cash prizes. age group awards in all three event distances. Post race celebration details coming soon...

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5K Run Walk

24 Feb, 2024 (Sat) - 08:30

Running

5 km

Solo

On site

Road

10K Run Walk

24 Feb, 2024 (Sat) - 09:15

Running

10 km

Solo

On site

Road

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