Run Wild 5K at NC Zoo
- Date Sat 14th June 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Asheboro, North Carolina
- Price $39.03
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 2025 Run Wild 5K at the North Carolina Zoo, taking place on Saturday, June 14, 2025! This lively event kicks off at 7:30 a.m. and invites runners of all levels to explore the beautiful grounds of the zoo in Asheboro, Randolph. Participants will enjoy a scenic course that winds through both paved and gravel pathways, showcasing the rolling hills typical of North Carolina's foothills.
As you race through the African and North American exhibits, you might even catch the thrilling sounds of the zoo's majestic African Lions and howling Red Wolves! Each registration not only includes a ticket to the zoo and a stylish event tee but also offers a chance to celebrate with refreshments and festivities at the finish line near Solar Point. With a limited capacity of just 600 participants, this is an event you won't want to miss. Mark your calendars and prepare for a wild adventure on June 14!
As you race through the African and North American exhibits, you might even catch the thrilling sounds of the zoo's majestic African Lions and howling Red Wolves! Each registration not only includes a ticket to the zoo and a stylish event tee but also offers a chance to celebrate with refreshments and festivities at the finish line near Solar Point. With a limited capacity of just 600 participants, this is an event you won't want to miss. Mark your calendars and prepare for a wild adventure on June 14!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the 2025 Run Wild 5K at the NC Zoo! The event will take place on Saturday, June 14 with a 7:30 a.m. start time. Each registration comes with a zoo ticket and an event tee.
The race will take place on the property of the North Carolina Zoo on both paved and gravel visitor pathways, featuring rolling hills typical to the foothills of North Carolina. The course will begin at the North America Connector road, continuing into the zoo through the African and North American continents and concluding at Solar Point. You may hear the roar of our African Lions or howling of the Red Wolves along the way! Participants will finish at Solar Point for refreshments and festivities.
The start line and finish line are near Solar Point, which is just outside of the NC Zoo gates. This means that spectators are able to watch their friends and family start and finish. They will just not be allowed to access any parts of the course that are inside the zoo. The zoo will be open at 9am for visitors.
REGISTRATION LIMITED TO 600 PARTICIPANTS!
The race will take place on the property of the North Carolina Zoo on both paved and gravel visitor pathways, featuring rolling hills typical to the foothills of North Carolina. The course will begin at the North America Connector road, continuing into the zoo through the African and North American continents and concluding at Solar Point. You may hear the roar of our African Lions or howling of the Red Wolves along the way! Participants will finish at Solar Point for refreshments and festivities.
The start line and finish line are near Solar Point, which is just outside of the NC Zoo gates. This means that spectators are able to watch their friends and family start and finish. They will just not be allowed to access any parts of the course that are inside the zoo. The zoo will be open at 9am for visitors.
REGISTRATION LIMITED TO 600 PARTICIPANTS!
Races
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5k
Incl. $4.03 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$39.03
OPENS SOON$5 discount for Youth 17 and under will be automatically applied during registration.
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