Run Wild 5K
- Date Fri 5th June 2026 - Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Price $59.30
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting outdoor adventure at the Run Wild 5K, taking place from Friday, June 5th to Saturday, June 6th, 2026, in the vibrant city of Fort Wayne, Allen! This unique race offers participants an exhilarating experience as they navigate through diverse terrains, including concrete, wooden bridges, grass, and gravel, all while enjoying breathtaking views of the Fort Wayne Zoo. Runners will embark on a scenic journey that takes them through captivating zones like Africa and Australia, and past the enchanting Stingray Bay and Peacock Cafe.
Each participant will receive a commemorative race shirt, a timing bib, and a finisher medal, plus a special treat—free entry to the Fort Wayne Zoo on Saturday following the race! The 5K will kick off at 9 AM on Saturday morning, so be sure to enter through the designated entrance on Sherman Blvd, as the Goshen Road entrance will be closed. With limited spots available due to the narrow paths in some areas, make sure to register early. Join us for a fun-filled weekend of running, wildlife, and community spirit, while supporting the Fort Wayne Zoo! Remember, dogs and pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome after checking in at guest
Each participant will receive a commemorative race shirt, a timing bib, and a finisher medal, plus a special treat—free entry to the Fort Wayne Zoo on Saturday following the race! The 5K will kick off at 9 AM on Saturday morning, so be sure to enter through the designated entrance on Sherman Blvd, as the Goshen Road entrance will be closed. With limited spots available due to the narrow paths in some areas, make sure to register early. Join us for a fun-filled weekend of running, wildlife, and community spirit, while supporting the Fort Wayne Zoo! Remember, dogs and pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome after checking in at guest
Organiser's Description
Join Fort4Fitness and the Fort Wayne Zoo for Run Wild on Friday, June 5th AND/OR Saturday, June 6, 2026! The route will have multiple terrains: concrete, wooden bridges, grass and gravel. Be prepared for it all as you travel through Africa, Australia, through Stingray Bay and past the Peacock Cafe. Participants will receive a commemorative race shirt, timing bib, free entry to the Fort Wayne Zoo on Saturday following the 5K and a finisher medal.
Participants should enter through the entrance on Sherman Blvd on race day. The new Goshen Road entrance will be closed.
The Zoo paths are narrow in some areas, so there will be a participant cap. THERE WILL BE NO DAY OF REGISTRATION ON SATURDAY. Please see Packet Pick-Up details here: Participants | Fort4Fitness [https://fort4fitness.org/run-wild/participants-2]
Spectators will also be allowed into certain areas inside the front gates during the race (main plaza to the Africa tunnel area), but not beyond the barriers set up. 5K participants can use their race bib to gain free reentry into the Zoo on Saturday, June 6th, 2026, following the completion of the 5K on Saturday morning at 9 AM.
Due to the all-terrain nature of this course, runners under the age of 10 should be accompanied by an adult also running in the event.
Proceeds go to the Fort Wayne Zoo. For the safety of our animals, dogs and other pets are not permitted. Service animals must check in at Zoo guest services prior to the race.
Participants should enter through the entrance on Sherman Blvd on race day. The new Goshen Road entrance will be closed.
The Zoo paths are narrow in some areas, so there will be a participant cap. THERE WILL BE NO DAY OF REGISTRATION ON SATURDAY. Please see Packet Pick-Up details here: Participants | Fort4Fitness [https://fort4fitness.org/run-wild/participants-2]
Spectators will also be allowed into certain areas inside the front gates during the race (main plaza to the Africa tunnel area), but not beyond the barriers set up. 5K participants can use their race bib to gain free reentry into the Zoo on Saturday, June 6th, 2026, following the completion of the 5K on Saturday morning at 9 AM.
Due to the all-terrain nature of this course, runners under the age of 10 should be accompanied by an adult also running in the event.
Proceeds go to the Fort Wayne Zoo. For the safety of our animals, dogs and other pets are not permitted. Service animals must check in at Zoo guest services prior to the race.
Races
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Run Wild 5K - Friday PM
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 5th June 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$59.30
CLOSED -
Run Wild 5K - Saturday AM
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$59.30
CLOSED
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Fort Wayne Zoo, 3411 Sherman Blvd., Fort Wayne, 46808, IN, United States
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