Pottstown Polar Run

Pottstown Polar Run Race Information

<p>Start 2026 off right by joining us for our Polar Run 5k or 2.26 mile race and fun run/walk.  The Polar Run has been created as a key component in an overall effort to raise awareness throughout the tri-county area of the importance of being physically active.  This 5k or 2.26 mile race or fun run/walk is being held in conjunction with the 16th Annual Polar Plunge hosted by Pottstown Parks &amp; Recreation. </p> <p>NEW THIS YEAR!  A TRIATHLON OR DUATHLON OPTION!  </p> <p>Leg 1 &#64; 10:30 AM- Participate in Polar Plunge (Starts Promptly) </p> <p>Leg 2 &#64; 10:45 AM- Participate in the New Years Day Tradition of eating one hot dog with sauerkraut </p> <p>Leg 3 &#64; 11:00 AM- Run the Pottstown Polar Run 5k (Must run 5k distance)</p> <p>Sponsored by the Manatawny Athletic Club, whose sole mission is to help people of varying athletic and fitness levels engage in healthy lifestyles through fun, community oriented, judgement-free programming and events, the Polar Run promises to be a fun and uniquely-exhilarating way to kick off 2026!  This event is co-hosted with the Borough of Pottstown Parks and Recreation.</p> <p>All participants receive a Medal and are eligible for AG award / participant gift.  Those participating in the Triathlon/Duathlon will receive an additional bib for eating purposes with the Triathlon/Hot Dog Logo on it and the year of participation.  </p> <p> </p> <p> </p>