

Frosty 5k of Mineral Wells
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- Zappe Park, Mineral Wells, TX, 76067
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When and where is Frosty 5k of Mineral Wells?
Frosty 5k of Mineral Wells is on Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Mineral Wells, Texas. The first event starts at 8:00 AM local time. Distances: 5K and walk. The current entry fee is $35 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Dec 12, 2026.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Dec 12, 2026, 8:00 AM | $35.00 until Dec 12, 2026 | Opens May 26, 2026 · Closes Dec 12, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Frosty 5k of Mineral Wells
Join us for the Frosty 5k- the most festive running event in Downtown Mineral Wells.
This year's event will take place on a crisp holiday morning followed by hot cocoa for all!
Wear your favorite Christmas attire to join in on the fun. The more festive... the better!
Race Details:
Date: December 12, 2026
Race Day Schedule:
❄️ Event Packet Pick Up 7:00am-7:45am
❄️ 5k begins at 8:00am
❄️ Post Event Party until 11:00am
Location:
Zappe Park
200 NW 1st Ave
Mineral Well, TX, 76067
Parking: Parking is on-site.
Route: Begins downtown at the heart of Mineral Wells with rolling hills through serene neighborhood and historic homes.
Race Perks:
❄️ The most FESTIVE 5k in Mineral Wells
❄️ Event T-shirt
❄️ Finisher Medals
❄️ Food and Drinks
❄️ Post- event Crazy Water Hot Cocoa
Hydration: Water at the Start/finish area! In addition, there will be (1) aid station on the 5k course.
Race Packet Pick Up:
Race Day Only!
❄️ Saturday, December 12, 2026
The Outfitters of Palo Pinto County
200 West Hubbard Street, Suite 100 Mineral Wells, TX
7AM-8AM
Volunteer Information:
We cannot throw these races without you! Volunteering provides an opportunity to serve participants at aid stations,
on the course with directions, with post race food and drinks, etc. Need community service hours? We are happy to accommodate you!
Please email below and let us know if you would like to take part by volunteering.
*Times subject to change.
* We cannot guarantee event shirt if registered less than 3 weeks out of event
*Strollers & Dogs: Strollers and leashed dogs are happily allowed; we ask that you start in the back of the start line corral. Local leash laws apply.
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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