Running Wild for the Zoo 5K
- Date Sun 12th July 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Michigan City, Indiana
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Running Wild for the Zoo 5K on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in beautiful Michigan City, Laporte! This vibrant event is perfect for both seasoned runners and casual walkers, with the race starting at 9:00 AM and check-in opening at 7:30 AM. Participants can look forward to a fun-filled day, complete with free parking and a complimentary pass for zoo admission on race day.
Make sure to register by June 26th to guarantee your exclusive event T-shirt, and enjoy delicious refreshments including water, fruit, hot dogs, chips, and cookies. For those 21 years and older, a beer garden will be available to relax and celebrate after the race. Awards will be presented to the top five overall male and female finishers, as well as top masters and age group winners, ensuring that everyone has a chance to shine. With age categories ranging from 8 and under to 80 and over, and a special Clydesdale/Athena division for heavier competitors, this event truly welcomes everyone. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the zoo and have a blast with family and friends!
Make sure to register by June 26th to guarantee your exclusive event T-shirt, and enjoy delicious refreshments including water, fruit, hot dogs, chips, and cookies. For those 21 years and older, a beer garden will be available to relax and celebrate after the race. Awards will be presented to the top five overall male and female finishers, as well as top masters and age group winners, ensuring that everyone has a chance to shine. With age categories ranging from 8 and under to 80 and over, and a special Clydesdale/Athena division for heavier competitors, this event truly welcomes everyone. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the zoo and have a blast with family and friends!
Organiser's Description
Race day check in opens at 7:30AM - 5K Run and Walk starting line opens at 9:00 am.
Free Parking. Participants will receive a pass for free admission into the zoo on race day.
Participants who sign up before June 26th by midnight and request a T-Shirt will receive one. T-shirts are not guaranteed after June 26th.
Water, fruit, hot dogs, chips and cookies.
Beer garden for all participants 21 Years of age or older
Trophies for the top 5 Overall Male and Female finishers and top Masters male and female (first finishers over 40 but not placing in the top 5 overall), and medals for top 3 male and female finishers in each age group. Age groups are as follows: 8 and under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over. Additionally, the top three male and three female finishers in the Clydesdale / Athena division receive awards. Men over 210 LBS and women over 170 LBS can choose to compete in this division.
Free Parking. Participants will receive a pass for free admission into the zoo on race day.
Participants who sign up before June 26th by midnight and request a T-Shirt will receive one. T-shirts are not guaranteed after June 26th.
Water, fruit, hot dogs, chips and cookies.
Beer garden for all participants 21 Years of age or older
Trophies for the top 5 Overall Male and Female finishers and top Masters male and female (first finishers over 40 but not placing in the top 5 overall), and medals for top 3 male and female finishers in each age group. Age groups are as follows: 8 and under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over. Additionally, the top three male and three female finishers in the Clydesdale / Athena division receive awards. Men over 210 LBS and women over 170 LBS can choose to compete in this division.
Races
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5K Run and Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th July 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$32.80
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