11th Annual Chimpathon - Run/Walk 5K & 10K
- Date Sat 21st February 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Fort Pierce, Florida
- Price Free - $48.70
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 11th Annual Chimpathon, taking place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in beautiful Fort Pierce, St. Lucie! This exhilarating event offers both a 5K and a 10K race, perfect for runners and walkers of all levels. Participants will enjoy a chip-timed race on a flat and fast course that winds around the Save the Chimps sanctuary, where nearly 220 rescued chimpanzees call home.
Bring your friends and family to enjoy a day filled with health and community spirit! All finishers will receive a medal and a performance shirt, with awards for the top finishers. Be sure to arrive early, as packet pickup begins at 7:00 am and closes at 7:45 am on race day. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to support wildlife while getting active in a stunning setting. Join us at the Chimpathon and make a difference, one step at a time!
Bring your friends and family to enjoy a day filled with health and community spirit! All finishers will receive a medal and a performance shirt, with awards for the top finishers. Be sure to arrive early, as packet pickup begins at 7:00 am and closes at 7:45 am on race day. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to support wildlife while getting active in a stunning setting. Join us at the Chimpathon and make a difference, one step at a time!
Organiser's Description
Join us on Saturday, February 21st, 2025, at Save the Chimps for the 11th 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, home to nearly 220 rescued chimpanzees!
Awards will be presented to top finishers, and all participants will receive a finisher's medal and performance shirt.
* Participants are strongly encouraged to arrive at the Sanctuary no later than 7:30 am
Packet Pickup will be available at the Sanctuary starting at 7:00 am and will close at 7:45 am. All participants are encouraged to collect their race packets prior to race day.
* NO ANIMALS PERMITTED AS THEY MAY DISTURB THE CHIMPS *
PACKET PICKUP
THURSDAY, 2/19, FROM 12 PM-4 PM
Orange Theory Fitness
884 SW St. Lucie W Blvd
Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
FRIDAY 2/20, TIME TBD
Walking Tree Brewery
3209 Dodger Rd
Vero Beach, FL 32960
RACE DAY, 7 AM
Due to time constraints on race day, we recommend picking up your packet in advance at the above locations. If you are unable to, race-day packet pickup will be available onsite from 7:00 am to 7:45 am.
Runners and walkers will have the unique opportunity to travel the perimeter of the Save the Chimps, home to nearly 220 rescued chimpanzees!
Awards will be presented to top finishers, and all participants will receive a finisher's medal and performance shirt.
* Participants are strongly encouraged to arrive at the Sanctuary no later than 7:30 am
Packet Pickup will be available at the Sanctuary starting at 7:00 am and will close at 7:45 am. All participants are encouraged to collect their race packets prior to race day.
* NO ANIMALS PERMITTED AS THEY MAY DISTURB THE CHIMPS *
PACKET PICKUP
THURSDAY, 2/19, FROM 12 PM-4 PM
Orange Theory Fitness
884 SW St. Lucie W Blvd
Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
FRIDAY 2/20, TIME TBD
Walking Tree Brewery
3209 Dodger Rd
Vero Beach, FL 32960
RACE DAY, 7 AM
Due to time constraints on race day, we recommend picking up your packet in advance at the above locations. If you are unable to, race-day packet pickup will be available onsite from 7:00 am to 7:45 am.
Races
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VIP Chimpathon 10K Run/Walk
Incl. VIP T-Shirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (8:00AM EST)
Free
OPENS 09 AUGJoin the Troop Run for the Chimps! When you commit to fundraising for Chimpathon, youre not just running a race youre running with purpose. As a thank-you for stepping up to support our nearly 220 rescued chimpanzees, youll unlock exclusive benefits including: Free Race Registration No entry fee when you commit to a fundraising goal. Limited-Edition Magnet Celebrate your impact with a keepsake only available to fundraisers. VIP Chimpathon T-Shirt Rock your role as a Chimp Champion in a special-edition shirt that sets you apart on race day. These thank-you perks are just the beginning. The greatest reward? Knowing youre directly helping provide sanctuary, companionship, and exemplary care to some of the most deserving beings on the planet. -
VIP Chimpathon 5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (8:00AM EST)
Free
OPENS 09 AUGJoin the Troop Run for the Chimps! When you commit to fundraising for Chimpathon, youre not just running a race youre running with purpose. As a thank-you for stepping up to support our nearly 220 rescued chimpanzees, youll unlock exclusive benefits including: Free Race Registration No entry fee when you commit to a fundraising goal. Limited-Edition Magnet Celebrate your impact with a keepsake only available to fundraisers. VIP Chimpathon T-Shirt Rock your role as a Chimp Champion in a special-edition shirt that sets you apart on race day. These thank-you perks are just the beginning. The greatest reward? Knowing youre directly helping provide sanctuary, companionship, and exemplary care to some of the most deserving beings on the planet. -
Chimpathon 10K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$48.70
OPENS 09 AUGThis 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 Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
OPENS 09 AUGThis 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! -
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
CLOSEDNot 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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