Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle
- Date Sat 18th October 2025
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location West Orange, New Jersey
- Price $27.50 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic family-friendly adventure at the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle on Saturday, October 18, 2025! This exciting event will take place in West Orange, Essex, inviting participants to join in a morning of fun and fitness. Choose between a 3-mile course or a shorter 1.3-mile Safari Shortcut, both culminating in a festive finish inside the zoo! The event kicks off at 8:30 AM from The Waterfront at South Mountain Recreation Complex, where you can waddle, walk, or run your way to a memorable celebration.
After crossing the finish line, enjoy included admission to the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo, where you can explore and meet the animals. The first 300 registrants will also receive a custom pom-pom beanie, adding a fun touch to your day! Costumes and animal-themed attire are highly encouraged, making this a perfect occasion for family smiles and laughter. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of fitness and wildlife exploration—mark your calendars and join the Penguin Waddle for an unforgettable day!
After crossing the finish line, enjoy included admission to the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo, where you can explore and meet the animals. The first 300 registrants will also receive a custom pom-pom beanie, adding a fun touch to your day! Costumes and animal-themed attire are highly encouraged, making this a perfect occasion for family smiles and laughter. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of fitness and wildlife exploration—mark your calendars and join the Penguin Waddle for an unforgettable day!
Organiser's Description
Join the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo and Fleet Feet Montclair for a wild morning of miles and fun!
Saturday, October 18
alarm clock 8:30 AM
START: The Waterfront at South Mountain Recreation Complex
FINISH: Essex County Turtle Back Zoo
Get ready to waddle, run, or walk your way through a 3-mile course (or take the 1.3-mile Safari Shortcut) before crossing the finish line inside the Zoo for a one-of-a-kind celebration!
Post-run Essex County Turtle Back Zoo admission is included with registration. Stick around after the run to explore and say hello to the animals.
The first 300 participants to register will receive custom pom-pom beanie _(a $35 value)_
This event is perfect for the whole familywhether you sprint like a cheetah, stroll like a tortoise, or waddle like a penguin, everyones invited to join the fun.
Costumes, animal spirit, and family smiles are highly encouraged!
PACKET PICK-UP
EARLY PICK-UP (RECOMMENDED!)
Fleet Feet Montclair 603 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07043
Friday, October 17
alarm clock 2:00 6:00 PM
EVENT DAY PICK-UP
The Waterfront at South Mountain Recreation Complex 9 Cherry Ln, West Orange, NJ 07052
Saturday, October 18
alarm clock 7:30 8:30 AM
PARKING:
This is a point to point run. Meaning the start and finish area are in two different places. The start is near The Waterfront at South Mountain Recreation Complex and the Finish is in the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo.
Parking closest to the start is across Cherry Lane at the Oakdale Parking Lot in the South Mountain Reservation. There are additional parking lots and garages throughout the South Mountain Recreation Complex.
_This is not an official race. There is no event timing. Details are subject to change._
Saturday, October 18
alarm clock 8:30 AM
START: The Waterfront at South Mountain Recreation Complex
FINISH: Essex County Turtle Back Zoo
Get ready to waddle, run, or walk your way through a 3-mile course (or take the 1.3-mile Safari Shortcut) before crossing the finish line inside the Zoo for a one-of-a-kind celebration!
Post-run Essex County Turtle Back Zoo admission is included with registration. Stick around after the run to explore and say hello to the animals.
The first 300 participants to register will receive custom pom-pom beanie _(a $35 value)_
This event is perfect for the whole familywhether you sprint like a cheetah, stroll like a tortoise, or waddle like a penguin, everyones invited to join the fun.
Costumes, animal spirit, and family smiles are highly encouraged!
PACKET PICK-UP
EARLY PICK-UP (RECOMMENDED!)
Fleet Feet Montclair 603 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07043
Friday, October 17
alarm clock 2:00 6:00 PM
EVENT DAY PICK-UP
The Waterfront at South Mountain Recreation Complex 9 Cherry Ln, West Orange, NJ 07052
Saturday, October 18
alarm clock 7:30 8:30 AM
PARKING:
This is a point to point run. Meaning the start and finish area are in two different places. The start is near The Waterfront at South Mountain Recreation Complex and the Finish is in the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo.
Parking closest to the start is across Cherry Lane at the Oakdale Parking Lot in the South Mountain Reservation. There are additional parking lots and garages throughout the South Mountain Recreation Complex.
_This is not an official race. There is no event timing. Details are subject to change._
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