10th Annual Chimpathon 5K & 10K
- Date Sat 1st February 2025
- Time 8:15AM EST
- Location Fort Pierce, Florida
- Price $38.10 - $54.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 10th Annual Chimpathon 5K & 10K on Saturday, February 1st, 2025, in beautiful Fort Pierce, St. Lucie! This exciting race will take you on a chip-timed journey around the Save the Chimps Sanctuary, home to over 220 rescued chimpanzees. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a leisurely walker, you’ll enjoy a flat and fast course that starts and finishes right at the sanctuary. Participants can choose between the 5K or 10K distances, and everyone will receive a finisher medal and a stylish performance shirt.
Make sure to arrive no later than 7:30 AM for packet pickup, which begins at 7:00 AM and closes promptly at 7:45 AM. For added convenience, pre-race packet pickups are available on January 30th and 31st at local fitness and running stores. Join us for a fantastic day of fitness, fun, and the chance to support a worthy cause while enjoying the unique atmosphere of this incredible sanctuary. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to make a difference and create lasting memories!
Make sure to arrive no later than 7:30 AM for packet pickup, which begins at 7:00 AM and closes promptly at 7:45 AM. For added convenience, pre-race packet pickups are available on January 30th and 31st at local fitness and running stores. Join us for a fantastic day of fitness, fun, and the chance to support a worthy cause while enjoying the unique atmosphere of this incredible sanctuary. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to make a difference and create lasting memories!
Organiser's Description
Join us on Saturday, February 1st, 2025 at Save the Chimps for the 10th Annual Chimpathon 5K/10K! This race will be chip-timed with a flat and fast course starting & finishing at the sanctuary!
Runners and walkers will have the unique opportunity to travel the perimeter of the Save the Chimps Sanctuary, home to over 220 rescued Chimpanzees!
Awards will be given to top finishers and all participants will receive a finisher medal and performance shirt.
* Runners and walkers are strongly encouraged to arrive at the Sanctuary no later than 7:30am *
Packet Pickup will be available at the Sanctuary starting at 7:00am and will close at 7:45am. All participants are encouraged to collect their race packets prior to race day.
* NO ANIMALS PERMITTED AS THEY MAY DISTURB THE CHIMPS *
PACKET PICKUP 1/30 & 1/31
Pre-Race packet pickup will be available at Orange Theory Fitness on Thursday 1/30 from 12pm-4pm
ORANGE THEORY FITNESS
884 SW St. Lucie W Blvd
Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
Pre-Race packet pickup will be available at Runner's Depot Vero Beach on Friday 1/31 from 10am-4pm.
RUNNER'S DEPOT VERO BEACH
436 21st St
Vero Beach, FL 32960
RACE DAY
Race day packet pickup will be available near the starting line from 7:00am - 7:45am.
In order to care and prepare the Chimps, the sanctuary will not be open for vehicle parking until 7am. Some traffic is expected and our team will work diligently to park everyone quickly, efficiently, and safely. For this reason, all participants are strongly encouraged to pick up their race day materials in advance of race day.
Runners and walkers will have the unique opportunity to travel the perimeter of the Save the Chimps Sanctuary, home to over 220 rescued Chimpanzees!
Awards will be given to top finishers and all participants will receive a finisher medal and performance shirt.
* Runners and walkers are strongly encouraged to arrive at the Sanctuary no later than 7:30am *
Packet Pickup will be available at the Sanctuary starting at 7:00am and will close at 7:45am. All participants are encouraged to collect their race packets prior to race day.
* NO ANIMALS PERMITTED AS THEY MAY DISTURB THE CHIMPS *
PACKET PICKUP 1/30 & 1/31
Pre-Race packet pickup will be available at Orange Theory Fitness on Thursday 1/30 from 12pm-4pm
ORANGE THEORY FITNESS
884 SW St. Lucie W Blvd
Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
Pre-Race packet pickup will be available at Runner's Depot Vero Beach on Friday 1/31 from 10am-4pm.
RUNNER'S DEPOT VERO BEACH
436 21st St
Vero Beach, FL 32960
RACE DAY
Race day packet pickup will be available near the starting line from 7:00am - 7:45am.
In order to care and prepare the Chimps, the sanctuary will not be open for vehicle parking until 7am. Some traffic is expected and our team will work diligently to park everyone quickly, efficiently, and safely. For this reason, all participants are strongly encouraged to pick up their race day materials in advance of race day.
Races
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Chimpathon 10K
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st February 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$54.00
This is a flat & fast course starting and finishing at the Save the Chimps Sanctuary! All participants will receive chip timing, 10K Split Time, live results & a 20 second video of you crossing the start/finish line! As Chimpathon is limited to just 700, we urge all participants to fundraise. It's as easy as texting a QR code, posting on social media, or emailing your friends and family. Using the tools on this site, you can easily make a big impact! -
Chimpathon 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st February 2025 (8:15AM EST)
$43.40
This is a flat & fast course starting and finishing at the Save the Chimps Sanctuary! All participants will receive chip timing, 5K Split Time, live results & a 20 second video of you crossing the start/finish line! As Chimpathon is limited to just 700, we urge all participants to fundraise. It's as easy as texting a QR code, posting on social media, or emailing your friends and family. Using the tools on this site, you can easily make a big impact! -
Chimpathon Trek
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st February 2025 (8:15AM EST)
$38.10
Looking for a more relaxing experience? Come walk around the sanctuary! Open to people of all ages, the Chimpathon Trek is a 1.2 mile walk designed for those that want to take their time in the sanctuary. Binoculars and cameras are welcome! Please be mindful that there may be runners at areas along the course. Stay vigilant and stay on the designated pathway at all times unless otherwise instructed by a volunteer. -
Virtual Chimpathon 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
Not able to join us in person? That's okay! Sign up for the virtual Chimpathon 5k and run with us no matter where you are! Any time, any pace, it's your race. All virtual registrants will receive a shirt and finisher medal to commemorate their participation and support of our awesome chimps!
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