Frosty 5K Run/Walk – Presented by Rhyne Financial
We’re excited to welcome you to our annual Frosty 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, December 19th at 8:00am!
The race begins at Gaston College and winds through the heart of beautiful downtown Lincolnton. With professional electronic timing, a mid-way water station, and a welcoming atmosphere, this event is perfect for both seasoned runners and first-time participants.
After the finish line, stick around for holiday fun! Santa will be joining us for photos and cookies with racers, kiddos, and families.
Registration Bonus: Every participant receives a cozy Frosty 5K hoodie! Hoodies are limited and guaranteed only through December 1, 2026—so register early to make sure you get yours.
Why We Run: Race proceeds benefit the YMCA Annual Campaign, helping us tackle pressing community challenges such as the academic achievement gap, obesity, and social isolation. Together with our members, donors, volunteers, and partners, we’re building a stronger, healthier community for all.
Packet Pick up will be December 18th 4 pm - 6 pm- at the Lincoln County YMCA - 1402 E. Gaston St, Lincolnton, NC, or on race day from 7:00 am - 7:45 am.
Awards:
1st overall Male and Female
Age Groups (Male and Female) 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
Dec 19, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$40.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Lincolnton.
Learn more about the host city, Lincolnton.
Lincolnton is a city in Lincoln County, North Carolina, United States within the Charlotte metropolitan area. The population was 11,091 at the 2020 census, with an estimated population of 12,128, as of 2023. Lincolnton is northwest of Charlotte, on the South Fork of the Catawba River. The city is the county seat of Lincoln County.
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Watch highlights and course previews from previous years.
Official finishing times from previous editions of Frosty 5k.
| Place | Name | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Max Bergstrom | 17:39.5 | |
| 🥈 | Steve McClure | 19:03.5 | |
| 🥉 | Jonathan Hata | 19:03.9 | |
| 4 | Michael Miller | 21:02.5 | |
| 5 | Oscar Estala | 21:04.3 | |
| 6 | Patrick Nauman | 22:15.6 | |
| 7 | Hayley Beatenhead | 22:27.9 | |
| 8 | Clay Taylor | 22:29.3 | |
| 9 | Joe Rhyne | 22:36.8 | |
| 10 | Chad Bolick | 22:42.2 | |
| 11 | Mason Koehler | 22:58 | |
| 12 | Shelly Spurlin | 23:05.5 | |
| 13 | Jimmy Bagnola | 23:15.2 | |
| 14 | Mike Neff | 23:20.2 | |
| 15 | B. Perry | 23:22.1 | |
| 16 | Matt Hovis | 23:24.9 | |
| 17 | Bailey Craft | 24:06.2 | |
| 18 | Sid Williams | 24:06.5 | |
| 19 | Hope Hembree | 24:10.5 | |
| 20 | Jody Rhyne | 24:11.8 | |
| 21 | Eli Taylor | 24:17 | |
| 22 | Brad Beatenhead | 24:33 | |
| 23 | Toni Hitt | 25:16.2 | |
| 24 | L. Fenters | 26:08 | |
| 25 | Tammy Dellinger | 26:11.9 | |
| 26 | Lora Bunce | 26:20.7 | |
| 27 | Tim Arrowood | 26:27.3 | |
| 28 | David Walker | 26:50.9 | |
| 29 | Deirdre Nachamie | 26:59.5 | |
| 30 | Kathrin Staas | 27:01.2 | |
| 31 | G. Mccormick | 27:13.8 | |
| 32 | Ryan Jordan | 27:15 | |
| 33 | Catherine Keene | 27:17 | |
| 34 | Maleena White | 27:20.3 | |
| 35 | Hayden Smith | 27:23.8 | |
| 36 | Donald Crump | 27:26.4 | |
| 37 | Vera Staas | 27:38.4 | |
| 38 | Shannon Flowerday | 28:04 | |
| 39 | Joseph Kovalcheck | 28:04.3 | |
| 40 | L. Richardson | 28:09.2 | |
| 41 | Brian Bunce | 28:11.7 | |
| 42 | Jennifer Hartman | 28:23.3 | |
| 43 | Donald Cline | 28:29 | |
| 44 | K. Putnam | 28:30.6 | |
| 45 | Phillip Minter | 28:31.9 | |
| 46 | K. Putnam | 28:45 | |
| 47 | Jeff Bays | 28:49.7 | |
| 48 | Jessica Everett | 28:57.7 | |
| 49 | Argelia Baza | 29:06.4 | |
| 50 | Nancy Anderson | 29:10.1 |
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