Run for the Animals
- Date Sat 28th September 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Bridgeton, New Jersey
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exciting "Run for the Animals" on Saturday, September 28, 2024, in Bridgeton, Cumberland! This fun-filled, family-friendly event supports the beloved Cohanzick Zoo, New Jersey's first zoo, which has been captivating visitors since 1934. The race will kick off at 9 AM, with participants gathering at the new start and finish location at the Cohanzick Zoo, located at 35 Mayor Aitken Drive.
This year's event offers a unique experience as runners will race through the beautiful surroundings of the zoo, home to nearly 100 animals from over 45 species. The race is open to all, and participants who register before September 12, 2024, will receive a complimentary race shirt! Awards will be handed out to the top three male and female finishers, and remember, the event will take place rain or shine! Parking is conveniently available at Bridgeton High School, and a short walk will lead you to all the fun. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a day of fitness and community!
This year's event offers a unique experience as runners will race through the beautiful surroundings of the zoo, home to nearly 100 animals from over 45 species. The race is open to all, and participants who register before September 12, 2024, will receive a complimentary race shirt! Awards will be handed out to the top three male and female finishers, and remember, the event will take place rain or shine! Parking is conveniently available at Bridgeton High School, and a short walk will lead you to all the fun. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a day of fitness and community!
Organiser's Description
Run for the Animals is a fun, family friendly event to benefit the Cohanzick Zoo.
NEW START AND FINISH LOCATION THIS YEAR - The race will start and finish at the Cohanzick Zoo, 35 Mayor Aitken Drive, Bridgeton, NJ. Parking for the event will be at Bridgeton High School. Participants will be able to take a short walk from the side entrance down to the zoo. Bathrooms will be open in the zoo and at the splash pad. Mayor Aitken Drive will be closed to traffic 8:30am - 10:30am.
The Cohanzick Zoo opened its gates as New Jerseys first zoo in 1934. Home to nearly 100 animals representing more than 45 different species from around the world, the zoo has been a regional destination attraction for generations. We are a small free zoo, situated on approximately 15 acres within the city of Bridgetons
1100-acre park, but we provide a home for some larger-than-life animals including Holly, our Asiatic black bear! Weve been described by many as a hidden gem nestled in the woods, well off the beaten path.
Packet pick up will be available race morning starting at 8am at the starting line, which is at the zoo parking lot, 35 Mayor Aitken Dr. in Bridgeton. The race starts promptly at 9am.
Race shirts are available free to those who to register before 9/12/2024. Following 9/12, race shirts will be available on a first come, first served basis.
Awards will be given to the top 3 Female and Male finishers. This race is RAIN OR SHINE!
NEW START AND FINISH LOCATION THIS YEAR - The race will start and finish at the Cohanzick Zoo, 35 Mayor Aitken Drive, Bridgeton, NJ. Parking for the event will be at Bridgeton High School. Participants will be able to take a short walk from the side entrance down to the zoo. Bathrooms will be open in the zoo and at the splash pad. Mayor Aitken Drive will be closed to traffic 8:30am - 10:30am.
The Cohanzick Zoo opened its gates as New Jerseys first zoo in 1934. Home to nearly 100 animals representing more than 45 different species from around the world, the zoo has been a regional destination attraction for generations. We are a small free zoo, situated on approximately 15 acres within the city of Bridgetons
1100-acre park, but we provide a home for some larger-than-life animals including Holly, our Asiatic black bear! Weve been described by many as a hidden gem nestled in the woods, well off the beaten path.
Packet pick up will be available race morning starting at 8am at the starting line, which is at the zoo parking lot, 35 Mayor Aitken Dr. in Bridgeton. The race starts promptly at 9am.
Race shirts are available free to those who to register before 9/12/2024. Following 9/12, race shirts will be available on a first come, first served basis.
Awards will be given to the top 3 Female and Male finishers. This race is RAIN OR SHINE!
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 28th September 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 28th September 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED
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