Run for the Zoo 2023

Sunday, June 4, 2023 Past event

8:30 AM CDT

Chicago, Illinois

$36.01–$116.08 · 7 races

5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the Run for the Zoo 2023, taking place on Sunday, June 4th, in the heart of Chicago, Cook County! Celebrating its 45th year, this beloved event invites runners of all levels to support the Lincoln Park Zoo while enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Participants can choose from chip-timed 5K and 10K races, both certified by U.S.A. Track & Field, ensuring a competitive atmosphere for serious athletes. Families can join in on the excitement with a fun run or walk, perfect for all ages and abilities. Kids will love the specially designed Kids' Course, featuring a thrilling obstacle course that encourages them to run, climb, and crawl their way to fun! The scenic race routes wind through the zoo, offering breathtaking views of Chicago's skyline, Lake Michigan, and even some of the zoo's incredible animals. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to get active and support a great cause!

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Races

10k Run

Incl. $7.71 Fee & Short Sleeve Tech Shirt

8:30 AM CDT

$62.70

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5k Run

Incl. $7.37 Fee & Short Sleeve Tech Shirt

8:30 AM CDT

$57.36

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5k Walk

Incl. $7.37 Fee & Short Sleeve Tech Shirt

8:30 AM CDT

$57.36

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Kids' Course

Incl. $6.02 Fee & T-Shirt

Built for children ages 3-8, this course will have children running, climbing, and crawling through fun obstacles, with a medal for finishers at the end! There will be spots for the 9:00 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. start.

8:30 AM CDT

$36.01

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Wildlife Warrior

Incl. $11.09 Fee & T-Shirt

Complete both the 5K & 10K!

8:30 AM CDT

$116.08

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10k Virtual
Virtual

Incl. $7.71 Fee & T-Shirt

8:30 AM CDT

$62.70

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5k Virtual
Virtual

Incl. $7.37 Fee & T-Shirt

8:30 AM CDT

$57.36

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Organiser's description

For more than four decades, runners of all levels and abilities have been raising money to support Lincoln Park Zoo with Run for the Zoo, now in its 45th year!

Ambitious athletes can compete in the chip-timed 5K and 10K courses, which are both U.S.A. Track & Field-certified. Families can enjoy a fun run or walk that accommodates every member of their group. And younger participants can take on the Kids' Course, a fun obstacle course built to have children running, climbing, and crawling! The race route winds in and around the zoo, allowing for beautiful views of Chicagos skyline, Lake Michigan, protected natural areas, zoo animals, and maybe even a few roaring spectators.