Winterläufe - The Winter Race
About this race
Lace up and layer up — Winterläufe is back! ❄️
Join us on Saturday, February 7, 2026 for the 17th annual Winterläufe 8K, hosted by the Frankenmuth Jaycees! There’s no better way to warm up your winter and kick off your 2026 race season than with this frosty favorite — all for a great cause. Every dollar raised supports local charities and vital community efforts.
This scenic, out-and-back course takes runners through snow-dusted stretches of Frankenmuth’s countryside and across the historic 1904 Gugel Bridge, offering a peaceful (and brisk!) tour of Michigan’s Little Bavaria.
Registration perks include:
• A long-sleeved, winter-themed cotton tee (unless you choose the Economy option)
• A shiny finisher medal
• Cozy, delicious post-race refreshments
Want a comfier upgrade? Opt for the Sport-Tek long-sleeve for just $5 more!
Awards will be given to top finishers in each division.
Looking to save a little green this winter? The Economy option gets you to the start line and the snack table — but skips the shirt and medal. Still want swag later? Limited quantities will be available at the Winterläufe Store, along with exclusive race-day merch!
Important: To guarantee a shirt and medal, be sure to register by January 17, 2026!
Pick your distance
Running
8K Run
Packet Pickup Information Skip the race-day scramble and pick up your race gear early at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant in the Family Crest Room. Friday, February 6 5:00 – 7:00 PM Saturday, February 7 8:00 – 9:45 AM Please note: While race-day pickup is available, we strongly encourage Friday pickup to make your morning run as smooth as possible. Important: Registrations received after January 23, 2026 cannot be guaranteed a race shirt or finisher medal. Register early to secure your gear!
Economy 8K Run
Packet Pickup Information Skip the race-day scramble and pick up your race gear early at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant in the Family Crest Room. Friday, February 6 5:00 – 7:00 PM Saturday, February 7 8:00 – 9:45 AM Please note: While race-day pickup is available, we strongly encourage Friday pickup to make your morning run as smooth as possible.
Walking
8K Walk
Packet Pickup Information Skip the race-day scramble and pick up your race gear early at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant in the Family Crest Room. Friday, February 6 5:00 – 7:00 PM Saturday, February 7 8:00 – 9:45 AM Please note: While race-day pickup is available, we strongly encourage Friday pickup to make your morning run as smooth as possible. Important: Registrations received after January 23, 2026 cannot be guaranteed a race shirt or finisher medal. Register early to secure your gear!
Economy 8K Walk
Packet Pickup Information Skip the race-day scramble and pick up your race gear early at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant in the Family Crest Room. Friday, February 6 5:00 – 7:00 PM Saturday, February 7 8:00 – 9:45 AM Please note: While race-day pickup is available, we strongly encourage Friday pickup to make your morning run as smooth as possible.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 9 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Frankenmuth, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:35 AM and sets at 6:02 PM local time (EST) in Frankenmuth on February 13, 2027 — 10h 27m of daylight.
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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, 5 Frankenmuth events
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