Resolution Run 5K and Polar Bear Dive - 2027 - 5K Trip-n-Drip - Ind - Polar Bear Plunge into Lake Washington

Jan 1, 2027Seattle, WA, United States

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Distance

3.1 mi

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Terrain

Road

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About this run

The Resolution Run is a 5K run/walk and finish festival celebrating the start of the New Year, with an optional Polar Plunge into Lake Washington. Free chili, hot chocolate, apple cider! ★ Over 60 divisional prizes! ★ Long sleeve shirt or medal! ★ Free kids dash! ★ Beer garden (21+) if New Years Eve wasn’t enough! Polar PLUNGE The optional Polar Bear Dive into Lake Washington is located just before the finish line. About 60% of runners chose the Polar Bear Dive. We will have two heated gender specific changing room tents onsite for participants to change into dry clothes. Polar plunge and “dry” 5k results scored separately.

Typical conditions

For events around January 2027 in Seattle, WA, United States: Typical mid-winter / cooler season in this region — dress in layers and check the official page for weather-related changes.

How to prepare

Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.

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