Chimpathon 5K & 10K
- Date Sat 21st February 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Fort Pierce, Florida
- Price $32.80 - $48.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day filled with fun and fitness at the 11th Annual Chimpathon 5K & 10K, taking place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in the beautiful Fort Pierce, St. Lucie! This thrilling chip-timed race offers participants a unique opportunity to run or walk around the perimeter of the Save the Chimps Sanctuary, home to over 220 rescued chimpanzees. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll, this flat and fast course is perfect for everyone.
Participants will be awarded with finisher medals and performance shirts, making this event not only a great way to challenge yourself but also a memorable experience for a good cause. Don’t forget to arrive by 7:30 AM for packet pickup, which begins at 7:00 AM on race day. Join us for a fantastic day of community spirit and support for the amazing chimps—mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for a day to remember!
Participants will be awarded with finisher medals and performance shirts, making this event not only a great way to challenge yourself but also a memorable experience for a good cause. Don’t forget to arrive by 7:30 AM for packet pickup, which begins at 7:00 AM on race day. Join us for a fantastic day of community spirit and support for the amazing chimps—mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for a day to remember!
Organiser's Description
Join us on Saturday, February 1st, 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 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 2/19 & 2/20
Pre-Race packet pickup will be available at Orange Theory Fitness on Thursday 2/19 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 2/20 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 2/19 & 2/20
Pre-Race packet pickup will be available at Orange Theory Fitness on Thursday 2/19 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 2/20 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 Run/Walk
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$48.70
OPENS 21 JULThis 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
Sat 21st February 2026 (8:15AM EST)
$43.40
OPENS 21 JULThis 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 Chimpathon 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
OPENS 21 JULNot 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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