Frigid 5 Miler - PA

We had a great 20th year celebration, and are back and better than ever for year 21. 

As ever, athletes will tackle the challenging North Ridge loop and once again, FINISH UP THAT MENACING FINAL HILL! But once you finish this grueling course, enjoy the delicious pancakes! 

So join us for a fun, thrilling, and meaningful FRIGID 5 RACE on January 11th.

CLICK HERE for map

We at GCXC love dogs and many of our staff have them.  They are a wonderful addition to any family.   However, for safety and insurance reasons, we do not allow them at our events.  Please come to our races and have a blast with your family, friends and fellow runners but we kindly ask you to leave your dogs at home.  

SERVICE ANIMALS:  If you will be accompanied by a service animal, please contact the race director before the event so that we may make the appropriate accommodations for you.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

The use of over-ear, noise-cancelling headphones is prohibited at this event. Amplified music that is not provided by race staff or volunteers is additionally prohibited (i.e. bluetooth speaker).
 
It is vital that you are able to immediately hear and respond to on-course staff and volunteers' instructions. 
 
Participants are encouraged, for their own safety and the safety of those around them, to use only bone conduction (i.e., Shokz) or single-ear headphones for personal audio if necessary. 

GCXC does allow strollers at races where it is safe to do so.   If there is a race where we can not, we will specifically list that on the event website.   

However, we do ask that anyone with a stroller start in the rear of the event, or if you are competitive with your stroller, start on the left or right of the field and not in the middle.  This will allow for the safety and comfort of all participants at the event.  Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

VIRTUAL RUN FAQs:

• WHAT IS A VIRTUAL RUN? A Virtual Run is an event you can complete Anytime/Anywhere! There isn't a set time or place since virtual runs are meant for you to complete at your convenience and at your own pace.
• HOW DO I SUBMIT MY TIME? - After completing your 5 Frigid 5 Mile run, simply go the link below, click the blue submit results button, log in to your RunSignUp account and upload your results.  
  • SUBMIT RESULTS HERE
• IS THERE A SPECIFIC APP WE NEED TO USE TO TRACK OUR TIME? You can track your run with any app, watch, or fitness device that you would like.
• CAN I COMPLETE MY VIRTUAL RUN BEFORE I HAVE RECEIVED MY GEAR? You don't have to wait to receive your gear in the mail.  You can complete your run at any time. 

Awards will be presented in the following categories:

• Top 3 overall male and female
• Top masters male and female
• Top 3 male and female in the following age groups   
  • 12 and under
  • 13-19
  • 20-29
  • 30-39
  • 40-49
  • 50-59
  • 60-69
  • 70+

PRE-RACE PICK UP

• Thursday, January 8, 2026
• 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Pro Bike Run North Park
• 9999 Kummer Road, Allison Park, PA  15101

RACE DAY

• Sunday, January 11th - North Park Lodge from 7:30 am - 8:50 am
• Race starts at 9:00 am

There are a limited number of parking spaces near the lodge.  Once this space is filled, the road will be blocked off and participants will park at the bottom of the hill, across from the skating rink, and then walk up to the lodge for check-in and the start of the event.

CLICK HERE FOR LODGE LOCATION

Please note the lodge is just under a 3/4 mile walk from the lower lot so the early bird gets the preferred parking up top.

All participants will receive a custom finishers medal (TBA) and a custom knit tossle cap! 

The only thing better than running the Frigid 5 Miler in the dead of winter is running it with friends & family!  Invite others to join you and earn cash back on your registration.

HOW DO I EARN REWARDS?  JUST FOLLOW THESE STEPS.

• When you register, you will receive your personal rewards link in your confirmation email. 
• Simply share that link with your family, friends, and fellow runners via email, social media or text.
• For every transaction that is completed, using your unique code, you will earn a referral credit. 
• When you hit a level below, you will instantly earn a reward back to the payment method that you signed up with.

1. 1. 5 referral registrations = $10 BACK
   2. 10 referral registrations = $20 BACK
   3. 15 referral registrations = $30 BACK

The more you refer, the greater your rewards.  So spread the word and start saving today!

RULES

• The referral has to signup with your unique referral link. You cannot email us "after the fact for credit" saying "I referred someone and ask for them to be added to your total.
• The RunSignUp system automatically keeps track and refunds automatically.

HOW CAN I SEE HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE REGISTERED THROUGH MY REFERRAL LINK?

• You can track your referred registrations through your RunSignUp profile. Log into RunSignUp and go to Runner Links>>My Referrals or click THIS LINK. 

Restrooms are available inside on the lower level of the lodge.

GCXC is proud to partner with USATF Three Rivers on their 2022-2023 Winter Grand Prix.   USATF Three Rivers is the local chapter of USA Track & Field.  The Grand Prix will score points for USATF Three Rivers members and they will be eligible for unique prizes at the end of the series.   The series is open to all USATF Three Rivers members.  This years events include:

• Run Santa Run 5k Cranberry - Saturday, Dec 10th, 2022
• Frigid 5 Miler - January 8th
• Groundhog Day 5k - February 4th
• Spring Thaw 10 Mile - Feb 25th
• Shamrock Run 5k Cranberry - March 4th
• March Mad Dash 5 Mile - March 11th
• Just A Short Run 8.1 Mile - March 25th

For information about USATF Three Rivers and all they do, please click the link below.

• http://www.usatf-threerivers.org

For information on USATF member benefits, please click the link below.

• https://www.usatf.org/home/top-utility-nav-content/membership

GCXC is proud to announce that Coach Audrey Burgoon will be cooking pancakes for all the participants and volunteers again at this year's race!

Head coach for the Urban Impact Run for A Reason Pittsburgh Marathon Team, Audrey is an amazing coach, volunteer, advocate, and runner. Every winter, you can find Coach Audrey cooking up amazing breakfasts at local group runs, raising money for charity. Over the past two years, Frigid 5 runners have been responsible for over $5000 for the Urban Impact Foundation.   

We are so excited to partner with Coach Audrey and our friends from Urban Impact again this year!

Conquer the Cold is back and colder than ever in 2026 

• 21st Annual Frigid 5 Miler - Sunday, January 11, 2026 at North Park
• 50th Annual Spring Thaw - Saturday, February 28, 2026 at North Park
• 26th Annual Sean T. Smith Memorial Just A Short Run - Saturday, March 28, 2026

This unique challenge is not for the faint of heart. With the infamous Frigid 5 final hill; the Spring Thaw winter temps, and JASR’s famous mile 1 climb, this challenge will surely bring out the best in runners of all abilities!

All participants who complete the challenge will:

• Receive an exclusive, commemorative GCXC “Conquer the Cold” Winter Challenge finishers medal at Just A Short Run on March 28, 2026.
  • Medal reveal coming soon!
• Receive all individual race SWAG from Frigid 5, Spring Thaw, and Just A Short Run
  • A commemorative 2026 Frigid 5 custom knit tossle cap and finisher medal
  • A commemorative 2026 Spring Thaw 50th Anniversary long sleeve tee, socks, and finisher medal
  • A commemorative pair of 2026 Just A Short Run running shorts and a finisher medal
• Pay only one transaction fee (not three!) when registering and save money
• Have the opportunity to purchase Challenger-only apparel to wear during your training
• Get huge kudos on your accomplishment from family, friends, and fellow runners
• Experience immense pride as you conquer the winter chill, maintaining your training momentum as we head into spring 2026

Best of All, You Create Your Own Challenge:
The challenge is simple: sign up for all 3 events at once, pick your distances at each race, and you are registered for the challenge. There are 16 different combinations to choose from.  Eat your heart out Burger King!  Our runners can have it their way.

NOTE:  YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE CHALLENGE USING THE CHALLENGE BUNDLE TILE TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE CHALLENGE PERKS. Registering for each race separately does not qualify as the challenge.

Urban Impact was founded in 1995 by Pastor Ed and Tammy Glover after they felt a calling to reach youth in their neighborhood — the North Side of Pittsburgh. Over the past 25 years, they have grown to a staff of 35+ missionaries who all reside on the North Side and run programs in Athletics, Education, Performing Arts, and Options.

Vision Statement: We desire to see lives holistically transformed in our community one person, one family, and one block at a time