Date & Location

• Date: Saturday, December 16
• Location: Capitol Square - Downtown Madison
• Time: 3:00pm

Packet Pick-Up

• Date: Friday, December 15
• Where: Pinnacle Health and Fitness - Fitchburg - 5973 Executive Dr, Fitchburg, WI 53719
• Time: 4:00PM - 7:00PM

• Date: Saturday, December 16
• Where: Downtown Madison Capitol Square
• Time: 12:00pm - 2:30pm

What You Get

• Character long sleeve shirt (youth sizes available!)
• Specific character hat and accessories
• FREE digital race photos
• One free beverage token - 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!
• A jolly good way to celebrate the holiday season

North Pole Post Race Party

The North Pole Post-Race Party will be at The Edgewater Hotel! Jingle and mingle across the property at The Edgewater following the race. Complimentary beverage tokens can be redeemed for beer or n/a beverage at The Boathouse, The Icehouse, the Plaza Bar or Augie’s Tavern. Enjoy our beautiful outdoor decorations and your favorite holiday hits with DJ Nick Nice starting at 3:30pm at their fire pits on the Grand Plaza or take a spin around the Ice Rink. Ice skates in both adult and children’s sizes are offered for rent on property. 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, a nostalgic train, board games and much more. Or pop inside The Icehouse for hot coca 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.