Date & Location

• Date: Saturday, December 21
• Location: Downtown Madison
• Time: 3:00pm

Packet Pick-Up

• Date: Friday, December 20
• Where: Madison Reading Project - 1337 Greenway Cross #186, Madison, Wisconsin, 53713
• Time: 4PM - 7PM

• Date: Saturday, December 21
• Where: Library Mall - State St. by the Memorial Library - 800 State St., Madison, WI 53703
• Time: 12:00pm - 2:30pm

What You Get

• Character long sleeve shirt (youth sizes available!)
• Specific character hat and accessories
• FREE digital race photos
• TWO free beverage tokens compliments of 3 Sheep's Brewing - redeemable for beer or non-alcoholic beverage at the North Pole Post-Race Party
• Chocolate kisses & mistletoe, Festival Foods cookies, and Nothing Bundt Cakes peppermint Bundtini cakes throughout the race!
• On course hot chocolate provided by Caribou Coffee
• A jolly good way to celebrate the holiday season

North Pole Post Race Party

Eat, Drink and be Merry at The North Pole Post-Race Party at the Edgewater Hotel! Attendees can redeem their complimentary beverage tokens for beer or n/a beverage at The Boathouse, The Icehouse, or Augie’s Tavern. Enjoy our beautiful outdoor decorations and your favorite holiday hits with DJ Jolly, otherwise known as DJ Azza, at our fire-pits on the Grand Plaza or take a spin around the Rink for the warmer winter days. Skates are offered for rent on property or bring your own! Need to warm up? Stop down for dinner at The Boathouse for Lights on the Lake, an experience like no other featuring thousands of twinkle lights, board games and much more. Or pop inside The Icehouse for hot cocoa and holiday themed snacks. Looking for something a little cozier? Stop by Augie’s Tavern for a holiday craft cocktail and enjoy the beautiful views from inside. The Edgewater is the perfect place to celebrate the race and get into the holiday spirit!

Awards

This is not a timed event, BUT the first 25 runners to beat the Grinch will get a slice of Ian's Pizza.

Parking

There are several public parking garages located within walking distance of the start/finish line. Find more information on parking here.

Weather / Refund Policy

This race does not offer refunds or deferrals. If you are registered for the event, you agreed to the no refund and no deferral policy prior to submitting your online registration. This includes those who experience illness, injury or any other condition that may prevent them from participating in the event.