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By the People, for the People
Sundance 4K Run Draws Largest Crowd in Years
Mild weather brings out new and returning runners for annual Freeze Your Fanny event
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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The annual Freeze Your Fanny 4K run in Sundance, Wyoming saw its biggest turnout in about six years, with 164 registered participants. Organizer Ann Marie Mickle attributed the high number of event-day signups and new attendees to the mild weather, which was a departure from the typically frigid conditions the race is known for.
Why it matters
The Freeze Your Fanny 4K is a long-standing community event in Sundance that kicks off Superbowl Sunday. A strong turnout signals the event's continued popularity and the community's enthusiasm for outdoor activities, even in the winter months.
The details
Runners and walkers came from across Wyoming and even neighboring states like South Dakota and Colorado to participate in the 4K race. The fastest male finisher was Thomas O'Connor with a time of 25:33, followed by Trev Fiedler and Joseph Seeley. On the women's side, Erin Fiedler was the top finisher with a time of 26:20, ahead of Tess Dailey and Sydney Hansen.
- The Freeze Your Fanny 4K took place on Superbowl Sunday, February 12, 2026.
The players
Ann Marie Mickle
The organizer of the Freeze Your Fanny 4K run in Sundance, Wyoming.
Thomas O'Connor
The fastest male finisher in the 2026 Freeze Your Fanny 4K with a time of 25:33.
Erin Fiedler
The fastest female finisher in the 2026 Freeze Your Fanny 4K with a time of 26:20.
What they’re saying
“There were 164 registered participants, the most we have had in about six years.”
— Ann Marie Mickle, Event Organizer (Sundance Times)
The takeaway
The strong turnout for the Freeze Your Fanny 4K demonstrates the community's enduring enthusiasm for the event, even as weather conditions become milder. The race's ability to draw new participants while retaining loyal runners highlights its status as a beloved local tradition in Sundance.
