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Abominable Snow Race

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Fun Run · 5K · 10K · 20K · 12 mi · 2 mi · Walk

Jan 30, 2027 • 8:00 AM CSTLake Geneva, Wisconsin, US

On our calendar since Oct 2020

Perks & Swag
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Get Out & Play This Winter!

The Abominable Snow Race is the Midwest's premiere Winter adventure.  A Winter Obstacle Race held at Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures. Fun for the whole family (ages 4+).  Run/Walk Just for Fun (5k or 10k), go for distance (20k Yeti's Challenge), or compete for cash and prizes (10k Elite/AG).  

 

The Abominable Snow Race (ASR) is back for YEAR 12!

The Abominable Snow Race is one of most unique obstacle adventures in the world and we are grateful to host this one-of-a-kind event right here in Lake Geneva, WI! All told, nearly 15,000 athletes have conquered the Abominable Snow Race and you're about to join a very exclusive club. ASR is the perfect balance of family, fitness, and fun. Grab a friend and Sign Up Today! The earlier you sign up, the more money you save!

 

Event Details:

Date: January 30, 2027

Race Venue Location:  

Events:

  • 10K | 25+ Obstacles - Elite/AG (Ages 15+)
  • 5K | 15+ Obstacles - Fun Run (Ages 10+)
  • 10K | 25+ Obstacles - Fun Run (Ages 10+)
  • 20k | 50+ Obstacles - Fun Run (Ages 10+)
  • 1/4 - 1/2 Mile | 7+ Obstacles - LiL Yeti's Course (Ages 4-11)  

Parking: 

Racer Swag:

  • All racers will receive an Abominable Snow Race Finisher's Shirt and Medal
  • 20k (Yeti's Challenge) runners receive 3 Medals > 2 ASR Finisher's Medals (1 for each lap) + the coveted Yeti Nation Medal
  • All racers will receive a ticket for a Free Craft Beer (21 years or older), or a Hot Chocolate

Food & Drink Situation:

  • We will have food truck(s) onsite at the event (cash or card)
  • Craft Brew will be served on-site (cash or card) 
  • Hot Chocolate will be served on-site (cash or card)

Festival Area (aka Basecamp)

  • All outdoors with ample # of fire pits, seating, pictures, music, food truck, craft beer, and vendors 

Bag Drop, Changing Rooms, & Bathrooms

  • We will have a Bag Drop Area on-site (free).  Use of bag drop is at your own risk. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • We will have changing tents on-site (Male & Female)
  • We will have porta-potties on-site at the event.
    • Hawks View Golf Course (Offsite Parking) has indoor bathrooms,
    • House of Music (VIP Parking) has outdoor porta-potties

Elite/AG Awards:

  • Overall Top 3 Male/Female will be awarded with Cash Prizes and a Podium Flag. 
  • Remaining competitive field will be placed in our Age Group awards and receive a Podium Flag

Where To Stay:

  • Hotel partners and discounts to be announced at a later date.

What Type of Obstacles to Expect:

  • Our course is designed and built by Race Ready Obstacles, so you can always expect to see new and exciting obstacles, along with the classics you know and love.
  • Visit our Obstacles page for pics and descriptions of prior years obstacles.
      

Train Like a Yeti!

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