Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Future for Wildlife 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk presented by CrossCountry Mortgage
- Date Sun 4th October 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Future for Wildlife 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in beautiful Cleveland, Cuyahoga! This exciting annual event invites you to run or walk for a cause, supporting vital conservation efforts for endangered species such as the Andean Bear, Asian Turtle, Giraffe, Gorilla, Lion, or Rhino.
The day kicks off with registration and packet pick-up starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K race at 8:30 AM and the 1-Mile Walk at 9:00 AM. Participants will enjoy a custom race t-shirt, a finisher medal, and post-race refreshments, all while helping to secure a future for wildlife. Remember, race day registration is online only, so be sure to secure your spot and join a community dedicated to protecting wildlife for generations to come! Spectators wishing to cheer on their friends and family will need to purchase tickets online to enter the zoo. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an inspiring event that combines fitness and conservation!
The day kicks off with registration and packet pick-up starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K race at 8:30 AM and the 1-Mile Walk at 9:00 AM. Participants will enjoy a custom race t-shirt, a finisher medal, and post-race refreshments, all while helping to secure a future for wildlife. Remember, race day registration is online only, so be sure to secure your spot and join a community dedicated to protecting wildlife for generations to come! Spectators wishing to cheer on their friends and family will need to purchase tickets online to enter the zoo. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an inspiring event that combines fitness and conservation!
Organiser's Description
CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO HAS BEEN WORKING TO PROTECT WILDLIFE AROUND THE WORLD FOR MORE THAN TWO DECADES. HELP US TO SECURE A FUTURE FOR WILDLIFE BY RUNNING FOR YOUR SELECTED SPECIES IN THIS ANNUAL RACE. YOU CAN CHOOSE TO SUPPORT ZOO CONSERVATION EFFORTS FOR: ANDEAN BEAR, ASIAN TURTLE, GIRAFFE, GORILLA, LION OR RHINO.
REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK-UP - 7:00AM
5K START TIME - 8:30AM
1-MILE WALK START TIME - 9:00AM
PLACE - Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
REGISTRATION PRICING-
Pre-registration through October 2 - $30
October 3 through Race Day - $35
RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS ONLINE ONLY!
Spectator Information
Spectators wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo.
Zoo membership does not allow you free entry into the zoo.
Ticket prices are to be determined
Spectators must purchase tickets on-line only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website (link below):
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Online Tickets for Spectators [https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/tickets-attractions/buy-tickets?keyword=DailyAdmission]
_Admissions will be there to scan the online ticket once purchased. The box office will not be open.
_WHAT YOU GET -
Custom race t-shirt
Finisher medal for all
Post race refreshments
Admission to the zoo
*SORRY, DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THIS RACE.
REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK-UP - 7:00AM
5K START TIME - 8:30AM
1-MILE WALK START TIME - 9:00AM
PLACE - Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
REGISTRATION PRICING-
Pre-registration through October 2 - $30
October 3 through Race Day - $35
RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS ONLINE ONLY!
Spectator Information
Spectators wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo.
Zoo membership does not allow you free entry into the zoo.
Ticket prices are to be determined
Spectators must purchase tickets on-line only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website (link below):
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Online Tickets for Spectators [https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/tickets-attractions/buy-tickets?keyword=DailyAdmission]
_Admissions will be there to scan the online ticket once purchased. The box office will not be open.
_WHAT YOU GET -
Custom race t-shirt
Finisher medal for all
Post race refreshments
Admission to the zoo
*SORRY, DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THIS RACE.
Races
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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Future for Wildlife 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Future for Wildlife 1 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED
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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, 44109, OH, United States
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Future for Wildlife 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk presented by CrossCountry Mortgage
