Betsie Bay Frozen 5K 2027
- Date
- Saturday, February 13, 2027
- Start time
- 10:00 AM start (Detroit)
- Location
- Frankfort, Michigan
- Entry fee
- From $34 · goes up to $37 on Jan 13, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Betsie Bay Frozen 5K | 5K | Feb 13, 202710:00 AM | $34$37 after Jan 13, 2027 | 250 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $34 until Jan 13, then $37 until Feb 13.
Online registration closes Feb 13, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $34, entry is about 13 percent above a typical 5K in Michigan, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Michigan runs 37:01, about 11:55 a mile, based on 764 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:37 and men in 31:59.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:49 AM, and the Betsie Bay Frozen 5K starts at 10:00 AM. The start sits about 800 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
American Legion, Frankfort, MI 49635
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results (2 years)Aggregated from official results (Michigan Running Foundation) for Betsie Bay Frozen 5K. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Betsie Bay Frozen 5K?
In 2026, the fastest tenth finished in 22:52 or better, the top quarter in 26:25, and half the field in 32:55; the last tenth came in after 51:01.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 26:09 | 20:59 |
| 20-29 | 31:11 | n/a |
| 30-39 | 26:04 | 25:30 |
| 40-49 | 24:21 | 20:26 |
| 50-59 | 26:39 | 23:34 |
| 60-69 | 26:30 | 24:54 |
| 70+ | 41:32 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
Up 30 percent since 2025.
All events combined, from official results.
Betsie Bay Frozen 5K 5K year by year
From 2025 to 2026, the field went from 146 to 190 finishers, and the median time dropped from 34:28 to 32:55.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 190 (+30%) | 32:55 | under 22:52 | 18:17 |
| 2025 | 146 | 34:28 | under 24:02 | 20:22 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Faster than most Michigan 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 26:25, against 28:36 in a typical Michigan 5K, so times here run 8 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around February 13 the day usually runs from 21°F at dawn to 34°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 10°F and hot years reach 45°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- American Legion, Frankfort, MI 49635Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 800 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2027 (Feb 13, 2027), 2026 (Feb 14, 2026), 2025 (Feb 15, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Betsie Bay Frozen 5K?
- Saturday, February 13, 2027, starting at 10:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $34 before processing fees, and rises to $37 on Jan 13, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Feb 13, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Michigan?
- At $34, entry is about 13 percent above a typical 5K in Michigan, which costs $30 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 190 runners finished the Betsie Bay Frozen 5K; the median finish was 32:55 and the winner ran 18:17.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 26:25, against 28:36 in a typical Michigan 5K, so times here run 8 percent faster.
- Where does it start?
- American Legion, Frankfort, MI 49635.
From the organizers
Grab your sweetie and join us on Valentines Day for the Betsie Bay Frozen 5K!
It may be cold, but that's part of the fun! There's nothing like the thrill of running through crisp winter air, surrounded by fellow runners, with the finish line in sight. Whether you're a seasoned runner or joining for the first time, the Betsie Bay Frozen 5K is the perfect way to embrace winter and get moving.
Known for its frosty conditions and gusts off Lake Michigan-making it's true test for "crazy" winter adventurers. Despite the chilly weathers, the race is a fun and community driven event that welcomes participants of all ages and paces. Proceeds go to benefit Benzie County Youth Initiative. https://www.growbenzie.org/benzieareayouth