Jungle Jog 5k
- Date Sun 19th July 2026 - Sun 2nd August 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Rochester, New York
- Price Free - $59.30
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Jungle Jog 5K on Sunday, July 19, 2026, in beautiful Rochester, Monroe! This unique race kicks off in the scenic Seneca Park and takes participants on an exciting journey through the Seneca Park Zoo, culminating in a lively finish. With a focus on wildlife conservation, the Jungle Jog not only promises a fun-filled day for runners, walkers, and families but also supports vital education and conservation programs through the Seneca Park Zoo Society.
Participants can look forward to a morning packed with activities, including a guided warm-up, a meet-and-greet with animal ambassadors, and a special Kids Fun Run for children 10 and under. All registrants will receive a themed dry-wick t-shirt and can opt for a race medal. Plus, your race bib grants you a free day-pass to explore the zoo after the race! Join in the fun, make a difference, and help support elephant conservation efforts worldwide while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to connect with nature and your community!
Participants can look forward to a morning packed with activities, including a guided warm-up, a meet-and-greet with animal ambassadors, and a special Kids Fun Run for children 10 and under. All registrants will receive a themed dry-wick t-shirt and can opt for a race medal. Plus, your race bib grants you a free day-pass to explore the zoo after the race! Join in the fun, make a difference, and help support elephant conservation efforts worldwide while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to connect with nature and your community!
Organiser's Description
THANK YOU FOR A GREAT RACE!
Thank you to everyone who signed up to participate in our Jungle Jog 5k! Your participation in this event directly supports the Seneca Park Zoo Society's many education and conservation action programs all year-round. Together we can connect, care for, and conserve wildlife and wild places.
RACE DAY PICTURES COMING SOON...!
JUNGLE JOG 5K SUPPORTS YOUR ZOO!
Gather your herd and run, walk, or stroll through the only race in Rochester that starts in Seneca Park and navigates through the Seneca Park Zoo, before coming to a wild finish. Enjoy a morning of fun with family, friends, or colleagues that includes a warm-up session, animal ambassador meet & greet, and Kids Fun Run. Then use your race bib for a free day-pass and enjoy a leisurely visit with the animals of Seneca Park Zoo!
2026 FEATURED ANIMAL - THE AFRICAN ELEPHANT!
Were so excited to share this years featured animal and race look, inspired by Seneca Park Zoo's African Elephants! Fundraising dollars from this year's race will support the International Elephant Foundation (IEF), one of the Zoos long-standing conservation partners working to protect elephants across Africa and Asia.
Elephants face immense challenges in the wild, including habitat loss, humanwildlife conflict, and the lingering threat of poaching. Through the International Elephant Foundation, conservationists on the ground are strengthening anti-poaching patrols, supporting community-led coexistence programs, restoring critical habitat, and helping ensure a future for both African and Asian elephant populations.
Our 2026 goal is to reach $100,000 in lifetime gifts to IEF. By participating in Jungle Jog you can help us get there!
Learn more about Seneca Park Zoo Society's partnership and IEF by visiting: senecaparkzoo.org/conserve/east-africa/ [https://senecaparkzoo.org/conserve/east-africa/]
GET THE SWAG
Participants receive the themed dry-wick t-shirt and can opt-in for a race medal. Register early to guarantee that your swag will be available at packet pick up.
DO MORE TOGETHER!
Become a Fierce Fundraiser and compete for prizes! Funds raised by our Fierce Fundraisers will support the International Elephant Foundation and elephant conservation efforts worldwide. right arrow Scroll down to learn more and sign up today!
JUNGLE JOG IS A 2026 ROCHESTER RUNNER OF THE YEAR SERIES! [https://rochesterrunneroftheyear.org/]
Learn more by clicking the above link.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* 7:30am - Guided Warm-Up with Rove R+P at Starting Line
* 8:00 am - 5k begins at 8:00 a.m. in Seneca Park
* 9:00am - Kid's Fun Run begins at 9:00 a.m. in Seneca Park, next to Wegman Lodge
* Awards given at end of race
* 10:00am - Use Race Bib to enjoy the Zoo for free on 7/19!
LOCATION & PARKING
Jungle Jog begins and ends in Seneca Park near the Wegman Lodge and Trout Lake. Arrive through the St. Paul street entrance.
Seneca Park parking lots will be open and available. Please note that parking is very limited. We encourage you to arrive early by 7:15 a.m. to give plenty of time to park and walk to the lower park and Starting Line. Premier Parking services will be on-site to help guide participants to available parking spots. The entrance to Seneca Park will close promptly at 7:30am and not re-open until after the last person has completed the race. Participants will need to walk to the starting line located at north end of Seneca Park.
Packet Pick Up
The race-day packet includes your bib number and any giveaways (t-shirt, medal) that are included with your registration. DON'T WAIT UNTIL THE DAY OF THE RACE TO PICK UP YOUR RACE MATERIALS! Others can get your packet for you, you just need to provide their name and/or registration confirmation. The event registration will close at 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 18. No Day of Registration.
* THURSDAY, JULY 16 from 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. @Seneca Park Zoo - 2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester NY 14621
* SATURDAY, JULY 18 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. @Medved Running and Walking - 3400 Monroe Avenue, Rochester NY 14618
HYDRATE & REUSE
We continue the commitment to our mission of conserving wildlife and wild places by keeping this a cupless race. We are encouraging all participants to bring a full bottle of water with them to use during the race. We will provide a refill station half-way through the 3-mile route and at the finish line.
Warm Up/Cool Down with Rove R+P
Join us at 7:30am for a guided warm up at the Starting Line lead by Rove Rehab + Performance Care. After the race visit the Rove Recovery Tent and learn about movement recovery, stretching recommendations, and more!
KID'S FUN RUN!
This is a 100 meter dash and open to children 10 and under who have a family member registered in the race. No cost to participate, and each runner will receive a Fun-Run medal. The Kids Fun Run will take place after the 5k begins around 9:00 am near the Wegman Lodge field.
Enjoy the Zoo After the Race!
Use your race bib for a free day-pass and enjoy a leisurely visit with the animals of Seneca Park Zoo!
Thank you to everyone who signed up to participate in our Jungle Jog 5k! Your participation in this event directly supports the Seneca Park Zoo Society's many education and conservation action programs all year-round. Together we can connect, care for, and conserve wildlife and wild places.
RACE DAY PICTURES COMING SOON...!
JUNGLE JOG 5K SUPPORTS YOUR ZOO!
Gather your herd and run, walk, or stroll through the only race in Rochester that starts in Seneca Park and navigates through the Seneca Park Zoo, before coming to a wild finish. Enjoy a morning of fun with family, friends, or colleagues that includes a warm-up session, animal ambassador meet & greet, and Kids Fun Run. Then use your race bib for a free day-pass and enjoy a leisurely visit with the animals of Seneca Park Zoo!
2026 FEATURED ANIMAL - THE AFRICAN ELEPHANT!
Were so excited to share this years featured animal and race look, inspired by Seneca Park Zoo's African Elephants! Fundraising dollars from this year's race will support the International Elephant Foundation (IEF), one of the Zoos long-standing conservation partners working to protect elephants across Africa and Asia.
Elephants face immense challenges in the wild, including habitat loss, humanwildlife conflict, and the lingering threat of poaching. Through the International Elephant Foundation, conservationists on the ground are strengthening anti-poaching patrols, supporting community-led coexistence programs, restoring critical habitat, and helping ensure a future for both African and Asian elephant populations.
Our 2026 goal is to reach $100,000 in lifetime gifts to IEF. By participating in Jungle Jog you can help us get there!
Learn more about Seneca Park Zoo Society's partnership and IEF by visiting: senecaparkzoo.org/conserve/east-africa/ [https://senecaparkzoo.org/conserve/east-africa/]
GET THE SWAG
Participants receive the themed dry-wick t-shirt and can opt-in for a race medal. Register early to guarantee that your swag will be available at packet pick up.
DO MORE TOGETHER!
Become a Fierce Fundraiser and compete for prizes! Funds raised by our Fierce Fundraisers will support the International Elephant Foundation and elephant conservation efforts worldwide. right arrow Scroll down to learn more and sign up today!
JUNGLE JOG IS A 2026 ROCHESTER RUNNER OF THE YEAR SERIES! [https://rochesterrunneroftheyear.org/]
Learn more by clicking the above link.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* 7:30am - Guided Warm-Up with Rove R+P at Starting Line
* 8:00 am - 5k begins at 8:00 a.m. in Seneca Park
* 9:00am - Kid's Fun Run begins at 9:00 a.m. in Seneca Park, next to Wegman Lodge
* Awards given at end of race
* 10:00am - Use Race Bib to enjoy the Zoo for free on 7/19!
LOCATION & PARKING
Jungle Jog begins and ends in Seneca Park near the Wegman Lodge and Trout Lake. Arrive through the St. Paul street entrance.
Seneca Park parking lots will be open and available. Please note that parking is very limited. We encourage you to arrive early by 7:15 a.m. to give plenty of time to park and walk to the lower park and Starting Line. Premier Parking services will be on-site to help guide participants to available parking spots. The entrance to Seneca Park will close promptly at 7:30am and not re-open until after the last person has completed the race. Participants will need to walk to the starting line located at north end of Seneca Park.
Packet Pick Up
The race-day packet includes your bib number and any giveaways (t-shirt, medal) that are included with your registration. DON'T WAIT UNTIL THE DAY OF THE RACE TO PICK UP YOUR RACE MATERIALS! Others can get your packet for you, you just need to provide their name and/or registration confirmation. The event registration will close at 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 18. No Day of Registration.
* THURSDAY, JULY 16 from 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. @Seneca Park Zoo - 2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester NY 14621
* SATURDAY, JULY 18 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. @Medved Running and Walking - 3400 Monroe Avenue, Rochester NY 14618
HYDRATE & REUSE
We continue the commitment to our mission of conserving wildlife and wild places by keeping this a cupless race. We are encouraging all participants to bring a full bottle of water with them to use during the race. We will provide a refill station half-way through the 3-mile route and at the finish line.
Warm Up/Cool Down with Rove R+P
Join us at 7:30am for a guided warm up at the Starting Line lead by Rove Rehab + Performance Care. After the race visit the Rove Recovery Tent and learn about movement recovery, stretching recommendations, and more!
KID'S FUN RUN!
This is a 100 meter dash and open to children 10 and under who have a family member registered in the race. No cost to participate, and each runner will receive a Fun-Run medal. The Kids Fun Run will take place after the 5k begins around 9:00 am near the Wegman Lodge field.
Enjoy the Zoo After the Race!
Use your race bib for a free day-pass and enjoy a leisurely visit with the animals of Seneca Park Zoo!
Races
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Jungle Jog 5k Run or Walk (Shirt & Medal)
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Jungle Jog T-Shirt and Race Medal
Sun 19th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$59.30
CLOSED -
Jungle Jog 5k Run or Walk (Shirt, NO Medal)
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 19th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$48.70
CLOSED -
VIRTUAL Jungle Jog 5k Run or Walk (Shirt & Medal)
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt and Race Medal
$59.30
CLOSED -
VIRTUAL Jungle Jog 5k Run or Walk (Shirt, NO Medal)
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$48.70
CLOSED -
Jungle Jog "Kids Fun Run" (10yrs and Younger)
Sun 19th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSED
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