Baton Rouge Zoo Run 2023

Saturday, November 18, 2023 Past event

9:00 AM CST

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

$32.80–$48.70 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Baton Rouge Zoo Run 2023, taking place on Saturday, November 18th, 2023, in the heart of Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge! This highly anticipated event is a beloved local tradition that features a professionally managed and timed 5K run, winding through the beautiful zoo and the newly renovated sections of Greenwood Park. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a family looking for fun, the event also includes a half-mile Kids Fun Run, making it perfect for participants of all ages.

All entrants will receive an official event t-shirt, a race bib with a timing chip, and a shiny participant medal to commemorate their achievement. Plus, trophies will be awarded to top finishers in various age categories! With an average turnout of 600-800 participants and their guests, this event is not only a great way to get active but also supports vital conservation and community education programs at the Baton Rouge Zoo. Don’t miss out—be sure to register by October 27th to guarantee your race t-shirt on the day of the event. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and fantastic memories!

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Races

5k Run

Incl. $3.70 Fee & Race T-Shirt

This event is open for individuals aged 11 and up. Please register by October 27th to ensure a t-shirt.

9:00 AM CST

$48.70

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Kids Fun Run

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

This event is for individuals aged 10 and under.

8:45 AM CST

$32.80

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Organiser's description

This newly updated 5K Run through the Zoo is a Baton Rouge favorite! It features a professionally managed and timed 5K Run that begins and ends in the zoo but also goes through renovated sections of Greenwood Park. This event includes a half-mile Kids Fun Run. All entrants receive an official event t-shirt, race bib with timing chip, and a participant medal. Trophies are awarded to winners in various age groups! The Zoo Run averages 600-800 participants plus their guests. All proceeds from this event benefit conservation and community education programs of the Baton Rouge Zoo.

Please note that in order to guarantee a race t-shirt on race day, participants must register NO LATER than October 27th. Registrants after this date are subject to availability and/or will need to pick up their race t-shirt at a later date.

Race registration guarantees admission into the zoo after the race, along with 2 spectators. Additional spectators may receive discounted admission.