Frugal Frolic 5k (Lucky Leprechaun)

Welcome to the Frugal Frolic, an enchanting 5k loop encircling the scenic Colby Lake, all for an unbeatable price! This budget-friendly event skips the frills like tee shirts and swag but guarantees an abundance of fun and excitement. We are a cashless race, so you must register online even day of racers.

There are two options for you when running this race:

Option 1: Frugal Frolic 5k:

Just run a normal 5k fasted one to finish wins the race. Immerse yourself in the spirited atmosphere of the Frugal Frolic 5k, where the Irish charm is palpable, and you won't need to part with your pot o' gold to chase your 5k dreams. Join us for an affordable yet unforgettable running experience that puts the emphasis on enjoyment, camaraderie, and a touch of Irish magic!

Option 2: Lucky Leprechauns Edition

Get ready to dash with a dash of luck! The Frugal Frolic 5K: Lucky Leprechauns Edition is the most unpredictable race of the season! Embrace the spirit of St. Patrick's Day and test your timing skills as you chase the pot of gold at the finish line. But here’s the twist: speed alone won’t win you this race—precision will!

How It Works:

At registration, each participant will predict their 5K finish time, runners will have until March 1st to change that time if needed just email us your name and new time. No watches, phones, or timing devices are allowed during the race—it’s all about trusting your inner leprechaun! If you wear a watch, it must be covered at all times, if you are caught looking at the watch you will not be counted as a finisher.

Hit the course and enjoy the scenic route.

The winner will be the participant who finishes closest to their predicted time without going over. That’s right—it’s like racing meets a game of luck!

Pick your style of race and register today for the best price.

Start your 5k adventure at the warming house in Colby Lake Park. Head south across Park Crossing Road, descend a small hill, and keeping to the right on the West side of Colby Lake. Enjoy the scenic local trail as you continue south with the lake always on your left. When you reach Lake Rd, the trail will go left, and you will follow the trail through Edgewater Park at the South end of Colby Lake.

As you begin to head north again on the East side of the lake with the lake on your left. Cross back over Park Crossing Road, staying to the left, and follow the trail down a hill on the opposite side of the field from the warming house. Take a right on the trail, and you'll soon spot the finish line. Complete your 5k with a strong finish, fueled by the cheers of encouragement at the finish line.

Click the link to see the Garmin Map: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/246857200

Registration Information:

Register on this Runsignup page.

Location and Parking:

The Frugal Frolic 5k starts and finishes at Colby Lake Park: 9715 Valley Creek Rd, Woodbury, MN 55125.

There are two parking lots at the park: one right as you turn in from Valley Creek and a second behind the ice rink. You can park in either lot. If those lots are full, you are welcome to park at Valley Crossing Elementary School off of Woodbury Drive: 9900 Park Crossing, Woodbury, MN. 55125. The start line would be a very short walk from these lots.

Race Schedule 

1:00 pm - Race Check In & Day of Registration Opens near the warming house pavilion
2:00 pm - Race Start!
2:40 pm - Awards (time subject to change)

Packet Pickup:

Pre-race day packet pickup is TBD; expect it to be one night the week before the race. We will have a day-of packet pickup starting at 1PM. This will include your bib number, timing chip, and any event swag.

Aid Stations:

There will be no aid stations. This is a self supported race meaning you will need to bring your own water and nutrition with you. Again thank you for being considerate and picking up any trash you leave on the trail.

Timing and Results:

The Frugal Frolic is a chip timed race using to record finish times and starting times. Each runner is required to wear a race bib. Please keep your race bib visible at all times especially as you cross through the finish line. We will keep the official race time. Faster runners should start closer towards the start line while walkers start near the back of the flagged corral. This helps prevent bottlenecking and frustration as everyone settles into their own race pace. While on the race path, please be considerate of other racers by stating when you are passing and kindly moving to the right if your pace slows. 

Results will be posted on our Runsignup page. We will have QR codes to scan for you to check your results as soon as you cross the finish line.

Awards and Prizes:

We will award overall male and female 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. 

Race Rules and Guidelines:

The trail is open to the public, so please be kind to pedestrians. Keep your pets at home; the trail can get crowded. Your bib must be visible at all times. Be mindful at the crosswalk; we are not allowed to close roads to traffic, but do have a volunteer out there watching for traffic.

Post-Race Celebration:

The post race celebration will start as soon as the runner crosses the finish line. Runners will cross the finish line to music and light snacks.

Spectator Information:

The best one is at the starting and finishing line in Colby Lake Park. If you are quick you could make it down to Edgewater park on the south end of Colby Lake. 

Safety Precautions:

We will try to have volunteers at all major turning points and road crossings. Roads will be open, so be mindful of cars. The path is open to the public; be courteous to pedestrians. Bikes, scooters, or wheeled form of transportation are not allowed to race the event, unless you are pushing a stroller in the back.

Volunteers Needed:

If you volunteer at a race you can get one free entry to a race of your choice that can be used within one year.  We are always in need of volunteers for our races as we literally cannot run them without you! Send us an email at hello@athenaclydesdaleracing.com to let us know you would like to volunteer with us.

Weather / Cancellation

Athena Clydesdale Racing and its race directors reserve the right to cancel or delay the event in case of inclement weather. There are no refunds.