Rosemary Weigel Frostbite 5K...

• 5K Run:- Run 3.1 Miles

Our race begins near twilight in Glen Miller Park, setting the scene for a beautiful evening run through the park as thousands of luminaries light the way.

For the area's runners, it is the last chance to be able to compete in the last race in the Wayne County Challenge, bringing to an end the year's eight 5K race commitment. For the walkers, it's a 5K like no other.

Being the only evening run/walk in the Wayne County Challenge gives us the perfect backdrop to light the park with luminaries, play holiday music throughout the race, serve hot chocolate, and showcase performances throughout the event.

With us, you're risking Frostbite, but it's an experience you don't want to miss!

The Rosemary Weigel Frostbite 5K is special to the Richmond Parks and Recreation staff. Our race is named after Rosemary, a long-time park employee, who passed away February 2012 after battling cancer. We can think of no better way to keep her spirit alive than to name our 5K after her. She was always a fixture at the races and very involved in our programs.

Thanks Warm Glow Candle Company for sponsoring the event, as well as the Wayne County Challenge (which Whitewater Valley Rehabilitation sponsors as whole), and Road ID. 

We will again be offering again a child discount to those 12 years and under! Thanks Smile Time Kids for sponsoring this discount option so families can run and stay healthy together! 

Event details and schedule

Schedule:

3:45 pm            Packet Pick Up (Don’s Cabin) / Register Day of Race (Mac Shack)

***Please note: We have limited space for parking. Carpool if possible. Parking is first come, first served. Locations to park include Bandshell, Don’s Cabin, Charles House (next to the Rose Garden), the Golf Course, Roosevelt Hill, and at the Park Office. Please enter through our Highway 40 Entrances (by the Madonna or Rose Garden) or through Grand Blvd.

4:45 pm       Registration CLOSED and entrances will be barricaded. No traffic will be allowed in from 4:45-5:45. Please keep this in mind while planning your arrival on race day.

5:00 pm       Race start on west side of lake

?:?? pm        Awards at Shelter #2. Stay for Celebration of Lights!

Frostbite Items:  Pre-registered items, door prizes, and awards are surrendered to the Parks Department 2 weeks after the race. Items will be available for pick up at the race or at the Parks Office located in Glen Miller Park. Office hours are 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday (except holidays). Call 983-7426 with questions or concerns.

All Weather Event:  The Frostbite 5K is an all-weather event. We race in freezing rain, sleet, snow, or sun. There is little chance the event will change or be postponed/cancelled. In extenuating circumstances, we will reconsider and announce changes though emails to runners (via emails provided on registration forms), Facebook/Twitter, and G101.3.

Frostbite Information:  For more information about the Frostbite 5K, including the route or places to park, please visit facebook.com/richmondparks or http://www.richmondindiana.gov/Our_Government/Departments/Parks_and_Recreation/Sports/Rosemary_Weigel_Frostbite_5K.htm.

ADA Notice:  We comply with the American with Disabilities Act. For more information, please contact our office at 765-983-PARK (7275).

Exiting the Park:  Please be on the watch for walkers. People who parked at Don’s Cabin, please use Grand Blvd exit. Due to our Celebration of Lights taking place right after, we’re trying to minimize the amount of traffic in the park.

Celebration of Lights:  Afterwards, we would love for you to stay in the park for the Celebration of Lights! We’ll have carriage rides around the lake, a holiday movie playing for those in line, carolers, hot chocolate at our concessions, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus!