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 $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Future for Wildlife 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk on Sunday, October 4, 2026! This exciting event takes place in Cleveland, Cuyahoga, and is a wonderful opportunity to support wildlife conservation efforts that have been ongoing for over two decades. Participants can choose to run or walk for their favorite species, including the Andean Bear, Asian Turtle, Giraffe, Gorilla, Lion, or Rhino.
Registration begins at 7:00 AM, with the 5K starting at 8:30 AM and the 1-Mile Walk kicking off at 9:00 AM. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event promises a rewarding experience with a custom race t-shirt, a finisher medal for all participants, and post-race refreshments. Please note that spectators will need to purchase tickets for zoo entry, so make sure to plan ahead! Join us for a day of excitement, community, and wildlife advocacy!
Registration begins at 7:00 AM, with the 5K starting at 8:30 AM and the 1-Mile Walk kicking off at 9:00 AM. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event promises a rewarding experience with a custom race t-shirt, a finisher medal for all participants, and post-race refreshments. Please note that spectators will need to purchase tickets for zoo entry, so make sure to plan ahead! Join us for a day of excitement, community, and wildlife advocacy!
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-
March 14 through October 1 - $30
October 2 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):
Link Coming Soon!
_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-
March 14 through October 1 - $30
October 2 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):
Link Coming Soon!
_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. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 11 MAR -
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Future for Wildlife 1 Mile
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 11 MAR
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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, 44109, OH, United States
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