Run Wild 5K
- Date Fri 5th June 2026 - Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Price $43.40
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Run Wild 5K, taking place from June 5th to June 6th, 2026, in the beautiful Fort Wayne, Allen area! This unique race promises an exciting journey through diverse terrains, including concrete paths, wooden bridges, grassy meadows, and gravel trails, all while exploring the enchanting Fort Wayne Zoo. Runners will traverse spectacular sights like Africa, Australia, Stingray Bay, and the Peacock Cafe, making every step a memorable experience.
Participants can join in on either Friday or Saturday, with the 5K kickstarting at 9 AM on Saturday. Each runner will receive a commemorative race shirt, timing bib, and a shiny finisher medal, plus free entry to the Fort Wayne Zoo on Saturday following the race. Remember, there is a participant cap due to the narrow paths within the zoo, and no day-of registration will be available, so be sure to secure your spot early! Make this unforgettable event part of your calendar and join the fun while supporting a great cause—the Fort Wayne Zoo!
Participants can join in on either Friday or Saturday, with the 5K kickstarting at 9 AM on Saturday. Each runner will receive a commemorative race shirt, timing bib, and a shiny finisher medal, plus free entry to the Fort Wayne Zoo on Saturday following the race. Remember, there is a participant cap due to the narrow paths within the zoo, and no day-of registration will be available, so be sure to secure your spot early! Make this unforgettable event part of your calendar and join the fun while supporting a great cause—the Fort Wayne Zoo!
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. 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. 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. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 5th June 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 01 JAN 26 -
Run Wild 5K - Saturday AM
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 01 JAN 26
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Fort Wayne Zoo, 3411 Sherman Blvd., Fort Wayne, 46808, IN, United States
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