Freeze For Food 2027
- Date
- Saturday, March 6, 2027
- Start time
- 12:00 PM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Madison, Wisconsin
- Entry fee
- From $25 · goes up to $30 on Feb 1, 2027
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 5K | Mar 6, 202712:00 PM | $25$30 after Feb 1, 2027 | – |
| 5K AND 10K | 5K | Mar 6, 202712:00 PM | $40$50 after Feb 1, 2027 | – |
| 10K | 10K | Mar 6, 20271:00 PM | $25$30 after Feb 1, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 5K and 10K: $25 until Feb 1, then $30 until Mar 1, then $35 until Mar 6.
- 5K AND 10K: $40 until Feb 1, then $50 until Mar 1, then $60 until Mar 6.
Online registration closes Mar 6, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $25, entry is about 32 percent below a typical 10K in Wisconsin, which costs $37 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in Wisconsin runs 1:01:27, about 9:53 a mile, based on 69 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:04:23 and men in 56:22.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:27 AM, and the 5K starts at 12:00 PM. The start sits about 840 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
1602 Vilas Park Dr., Madison, WI 53715
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around March 6 the day usually runs from 29°F at dawn to 45°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 16°F and hot years reach 61°F.
Based on 76 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
- 1602 Vilas Park Dr., Madison, WI 53715Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 840 feet
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K
- Editions
- 2027 (Mar 6, 2027), 2026 (Mar 7, 2026), 2025 (Mar 1, 2025), 2024 (Mar 2, 2024), 2023 (Mar 4, 2023), 2022 (Mar 5, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is Freeze For Food?
- Saturday, March 6, 2027, starting at 12:00 PM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees, and rises to $30 on Feb 1, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Mar 6, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Wisconsin?
- At $25, entry is about 32 percent below a typical 10K in Wisconsin, which costs $37 right now.
- 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, 10K.
- Where does it start?
- 1602 Vilas Park Dr., Madison, WI 53715.
From the organizers
Lace up for the 46th Annual Freeze for Food!
This year, we’re excited to partner with Open Doors for Refugees, reflecting the collaborative effort that has been growing over the past few years. From helping with event coordination to volunteering on race day. This doesn’t change anything about your race experience. Whether you run, walk, or donate, every step and dollar helps create a stronger, more inclusive Madison, WI community!
Join us in person or cheer from afar, every step and dollar makes a difference in building a more inclusive community!
EVENT DETAILS:
RaceStart Time
5K Run/Walk12:00 PM
10K Run1:00 PM
Location
Vilas Park Shelter
1602 Vilas Park Drive
Madison, WI 53715