Indianapolis, IN
Race Details
45th Annual – Polar Bear Winter Classic
45th Annual – Polar Bear Winter Classic is an upcoming race scheduled for Sat, Feb 27 2027 in Indianapolis, IN (America/Indiana/Indianapolis timezone).
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- 2027-02-27
Race Date
- Open
Registration Status
- Indianapolis, IN
Location
Event Schedule
Here is the latest schedule of events:
| Name | Distance | Type | Price | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run | 5K | running_race | $60.00 | 2/27/2027 08:30 |
| 5 Mile Run | 5 Miles | running_race | $65.00 | 2/27/2027 09:15 |
| The Bear (5K + 5 Mile = both races) | 13.05K | running_race | $70.00 | 2/27/2027 08:30 |
| Virtual 5k | 5K | virtual_race | $40.00 | 2/27/2027 08:30 |
| Virtual 5 Mile | 5 Miles | virtual_race | $45.00 | 2/27/2027 08:30 |
| Virtual Bear (5k + 5 Mile) | 13.05K | virtual_race | $50.00 | 2/27/2027 08:30 |
45th Annual – Polar Bear Winter Classic Race Details
The latest details from your Race Directors:
Saturday, February 27th – Polar Bear Winter Classic
Fowling Warehouse Indianapolis
SJC Racing is proud to continue the tradition of one of the oldest races in Indianapolis: the 45th Annual Polar Bear Winter Classic.
We heard great feedback about the new location, and we'll be back at Fowling Warehouse for 2027!
This historic race is strategically placed on the calendar during the second half of February to be the first major road race of the year in Indy. The race offers a unique format including a 5K, 5 Mile or The Bear (5K + 5 Mile) The Bear is the challenge that allows you to run both distances, one after the other, for a total of 8.1 miles.
SWAG – The first 1000 registrants are guaranteed a finisher medal and "Wear the Bear" winter hat (watch your email and our Facebook page for alerts as we get close to hitting 1000). We also have an optional long sleeve and hoodie available as an add on during registration or directly from the race store.
Continuing with tradition, the Polar Bear Winter Classic offers cash prizes. age group awards in all three event distances. Post-race celebration will be inside at the Fowling Warehouse.
Race Date
(America/Indiana/Indianapolis timezone)