Run Wild 5K at the North Carolina Zoo
- Date Sat 13th June 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Asheboro, North Carolina
- Price $49.61
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 2026 Run Wild 5K at the North Carolina Zoo, taking place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in the picturesque town of Asheboro, Randolph County! This highly anticipated event, which sold out within hours of opening registration, promises a fun-filled day for all ages, whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker. The race kicks off at 7:30 a.m. and will guide participants along scenic paved pathways that meander through the stunning landscapes of Africa and North America within the zoo.
As you tackle the rolling hills typical of the North Carolina foothills, keep your ears open for the roar of lions and the howling of red wolves! Each registration not only secures your spot in this unique race but also supports vital efforts to protect local salamander populations. Participants will receive a zoo ticket, an event t-shirt, and a commemorative sticker as part of their registration package. After completing the race, join in on the festivities at Solar Pointe with refreshments and celebrations. Spectators are welcome to cheer on their friends and family at both the start and finish lines. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to run wild for a great cause!
As you tackle the rolling hills typical of the North Carolina foothills, keep your ears open for the roar of lions and the howling of red wolves! Each registration not only secures your spot in this unique race but also supports vital efforts to protect local salamander populations. Participants will receive a zoo ticket, an event t-shirt, and a commemorative sticker as part of their registration package. After completing the race, join in on the festivities at Solar Pointe with refreshments and celebrations. Spectators are welcome to cheer on their friends and family at both the start and finish lines. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to run wild for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
SOLD OUT - TO THE SHOCK OF EVERYONE, THE 2026 EVENT SOLD OUT WITHIN HOURS OF OPENING ON FEBRUARY 1. WE ARE SORRY IF YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO GET IN AND HOPE YOU'LL BE ABLE TO JOIN US NEXT YEAR!
Welcome to the 2026 Run Wild 5K at the North Carolina Zoo! The event will take place on Saturday, June 13, with a start time of 7:30 a.m.
This event isn't just about runningit's about making a difference. All registration fees go directly toward protecting our native salamander populations, the small but vital species living right beneath our feet.
Each registration comes with a Zoo ticket, an event tee, and a commemorative sticker.
The race will take place on North Carolina Zoo property. The route is on paved visitor pathways and features rolling hills typical to the foothills of North Carolina. The course will begin at the North America Connector road, continue into the Zoo through the Africa and North America continents, and conclude at Solar Pointe picnic area. Don't be surprised if you hear the roar of lions or howling of red wolves along the way!
There will be refreshments and festivities at Solar Pointe for participants to enjoy in celebration of completing the race.
The start and finish lines are near Solar Pointe, just outside Zoo gates. This means spectators are able to watch and cheer for friends and family at both the start and finish. (However, they will not be allowed to access any parts of the course inside the Zoo during the race.) The Zoo will open to all guests at 9 a.m. after the race concludes.
This event is open to all ages, walkers and runners alike. You need to be able to complete the event in 90 minutes because that's when the course closes.
REGISTRATION LIMITED TO 650 PARTICIPANTS!
Welcome to the 2026 Run Wild 5K at the North Carolina Zoo! The event will take place on Saturday, June 13, with a start time of 7:30 a.m.
This event isn't just about runningit's about making a difference. All registration fees go directly toward protecting our native salamander populations, the small but vital species living right beneath our feet.
Each registration comes with a Zoo ticket, an event tee, and a commemorative sticker.
The race will take place on North Carolina Zoo property. The route is on paved visitor pathways and features rolling hills typical to the foothills of North Carolina. The course will begin at the North America Connector road, continue into the Zoo through the Africa and North America continents, and conclude at Solar Pointe picnic area. Don't be surprised if you hear the roar of lions or howling of red wolves along the way!
There will be refreshments and festivities at Solar Pointe for participants to enjoy in celebration of completing the race.
The start and finish lines are near Solar Pointe, just outside Zoo gates. This means spectators are able to watch and cheer for friends and family at both the start and finish. (However, they will not be allowed to access any parts of the course inside the Zoo during the race.) The Zoo will open to all guests at 9 a.m. after the race concludes.
This event is open to all ages, walkers and runners alike. You need to be able to complete the event in 90 minutes because that's when the course closes.
REGISTRATION LIMITED TO 650 PARTICIPANTS!
Races
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5k
Incl. $4.61 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$49.61
$5 discount for Youth 17 and under will be automatically applied during registration.
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NC Zoo Solar Pointe, 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, 27205, NC, United States
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