Frosty 5k
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Frosty 5k

Lincolnton, North Carolina, United States View on map
Dec 19, 2026 (America/New_York local time)
Running

About this race

Frosty 5K Run/Walk – Presented by Rhyne Financial
We’re excited to welcome you to our annual Frosty 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, December 19th at 8:00am!

The race begins at Gaston College and winds through the heart of beautiful downtown Lincolnton. With professional electronic timing, a mid-way water station, and a welcoming atmosphere, this event is perfect for both seasoned runners and first-time participants.

After the finish line, stick around for holiday fun! Santa will be joining us for photos and cookies with racers, kiddos, and families.

Registration Bonus: Every participant receives a cozy Frosty 5K hoodie! Hoodies are limited and guaranteed only through December 1, 2026—so register early to make sure you get yours.

Why We Run: Race proceeds benefit the YMCA Annual Campaign, helping us tackle pressing community challenges such as the academic achievement gap, obesity, and social isolation. Together with our members, donors, volunteers, and partners, we’re building a stronger, healthier community for all.

Packet Pick up will be December 18th 4 pm - 6 pm- at the Lincoln County YMCA - 1402 E. Gaston St, Lincolnton, NC, or on race day from 7:00 am - 7:45 am.

 

Awards: 

1st overall Male and Female 

Age Groups (Male and Female) 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+

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Running

Frosty 5k

Dec 19, 2026 5K 8:00 AM
$40.00
Open

Typical race-day weather

Based on 10 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Lincolnton, plus the 3 days either side.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (race-week average) 12.1° / Maximum temperature (race-week average) 23.5°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) 10.8° / Maximum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) 26.1°
Peak wind (km/h)
Strongest wind of the day (race-week average)
14.0
Precip (mm)
Precipitation over the day (race-week average)
2.7mm
Humidity
Mean relative humidity (race-week average)
68.6%
Sunrise
Sunrise at the start line on December 19, 2026 (EST)
Sunset
Sunset at the start line on December 19, 2026 (EST)
Daylight
Hours between sunrise and sunset on race day
9h 45m

The sun rises at 7:29 AM and sets at 5:15 PM local time (EST) in Lincolnton on December 19, 2026 — 9h 45m of daylight.

Course

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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.

  • Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
  • Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
  • Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
  • Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 7 Lincolnton events

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