Tour de Zoo @ Binder Park Zoo
- Date Fri 14th August 2026
- Time 5:00PM EDT
- Location Battle Creek, Michigan
- Price $54.50
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Tour de Zoo, happening on Friday, August 14, 2026, at the beautiful Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek, Calhoun! This unique event invites participants to pedal through the zoo at their own pace while enjoying refreshing brews from New Belgium Brewing Company and delicious bites from the zoo's culinary offerings. As you ride, take in the stunning sights of native Michigan woodlands and majestic animals, including giraffes and zebras, all while supporting wildlife conservation efforts.
The festivities kick off at 5:00 PM with registration and check-in, followed by the main event from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, where you can ride through the zoo as many times as you like. Cap off your adventure with an after-party filled with games, raffles, and prizes from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM! Don’t forget to show off your creativity by participating in the costume and bike decorating contest for a chance to win exciting prizes. Join us for this family-friendly celebration of fun, fitness, and wildlife conservation—where every sip and stride supports our precious wildlife!
The festivities kick off at 5:00 PM with registration and check-in, followed by the main event from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, where you can ride through the zoo as many times as you like. Cap off your adventure with an after-party filled with games, raffles, and prizes from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM! Don’t forget to show off your creativity by participating in the costume and bike decorating contest for a chance to win exciting prizes. Join us for this family-friendly celebration of fun, fitness, and wildlife conservation—where every sip and stride supports our precious wildlife!
Organiser's Description
ABOUT THIS EVENT
Its time to Pedal, Pour, and Tour Binder Park Zoo!
Experience the zoo like never before with Tour de Zoo, a unique evening event where you can bike around the zoo at your own pace, sip some brews from New Belgium Brewing Company, savor delicious zoo bites, and even enjoy live entertainment from a favorite local band. This family-friendly event encourages guests to dress up and deck out their bikes for a chance to win a prize. Explore the zoo after hours on the same course as our Cheetah Chase event and enjoy an evening full of fun, adventure, and of course, supporting wildlife! This event serves as a great platform for fundraising, playing a vital role in supporting Binder Park Zoo's impactful conservation message and initiatives.
PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY
Complete your online registration to enter the Binder Park Zoo Tour de Zoo event.
REGISTRATION FEES
All registered participants of Tour de Zoo will receive Tour de Zoo swag, activity token, and their first New Belgium Brewing beer for free (21 and up only, valid ID required), non-alcoholic options available.
PRE-REGISTRATION: February 7 August 8: $50
LATE REGISTRATION: August 9 - August 14: $60
Please Note: Participants must bring their own bikes. Class 1 e-bikes that are pedal-assist are allowed. Bike wagons/trailers and training wheels are not allowed due to rough/changing terrain. Strider bikes are allowed, but please note the terrain can be challenging. Helmets are strongly encouraged and required for all youth participants.
EVENT SCHEDULE
REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
PEDAL, POUR, AND TOUR: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (ride through the zoo as many times as you like, last entry to the zoo is 7:30 pm)
AFTER PARTY AT THE PAVILIONS: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (games, raffles, prizes, and more!)
COURSE DETAILS
This course features a variety of surfaces including asphalt, brick, boardwalk, crushed rock, and grass. You can expect a mix of uphills, downhills, tight turns, and flat stretches. Enjoy the native Michigan woodlands and a wide variety of zoo animals, with panoramic views of the African savannah showcasing giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and more. This is a truly unique biking experience in a stunning setting.
RAFFLES
Must be 18 years or older to buy or sell raffle tickets, however a minor may be named as the raffle winner if an adult has purchased the ticket.
COSTUME & BIKE DECORATING CONTEST
We invite all participants to unleash their creativity by dressing in costumes or decorating their bikes. Whether you come as your favorite animal or a zookeeper or create a wild and whimsical bike design, your imaginative flair will add to the fun and excitement of the evening. Don't miss this chance to pedal in style and celebrate the adventure with us! Participants interested in being a part of the costume or bike decorating contest will be entered to win a family four-pack admission to the zoo or a zoo membership.
DONATIONS
Please consider going the extra mile and make a donation while registering to help support Binder Park Zoo conservation programs. (*Participation in fundraising is not required, but greatly appreciated.)
JOIN THE TOUR, WHERE EVERY SIP AND STRIDE SUPPORTS OUR PRECIOUS WILDLIFE!
TOUR DE ZOO IS MORE THAN JUST A BIKE RIDEIT'S AN EVENING OF EXCITEMENT AND EXPLORATION, THAT IN TURN HELPS SUPPORT OUR MISSION TO CONNECT. INSPIRE. CONSERVE. CONNECT PEOPLE WITH NATURE, INSPIRE THEM TO CONSERVE. DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS EXCLUSIVE EVENING AT BINDER PARK ZOO!
Its time to Pedal, Pour, and Tour Binder Park Zoo!
Experience the zoo like never before with Tour de Zoo, a unique evening event where you can bike around the zoo at your own pace, sip some brews from New Belgium Brewing Company, savor delicious zoo bites, and even enjoy live entertainment from a favorite local band. This family-friendly event encourages guests to dress up and deck out their bikes for a chance to win a prize. Explore the zoo after hours on the same course as our Cheetah Chase event and enjoy an evening full of fun, adventure, and of course, supporting wildlife! This event serves as a great platform for fundraising, playing a vital role in supporting Binder Park Zoo's impactful conservation message and initiatives.
PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY
Complete your online registration to enter the Binder Park Zoo Tour de Zoo event.
REGISTRATION FEES
All registered participants of Tour de Zoo will receive Tour de Zoo swag, activity token, and their first New Belgium Brewing beer for free (21 and up only, valid ID required), non-alcoholic options available.
PRE-REGISTRATION: February 7 August 8: $50
LATE REGISTRATION: August 9 - August 14: $60
Please Note: Participants must bring their own bikes. Class 1 e-bikes that are pedal-assist are allowed. Bike wagons/trailers and training wheels are not allowed due to rough/changing terrain. Strider bikes are allowed, but please note the terrain can be challenging. Helmets are strongly encouraged and required for all youth participants.
EVENT SCHEDULE
REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
PEDAL, POUR, AND TOUR: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (ride through the zoo as many times as you like, last entry to the zoo is 7:30 pm)
AFTER PARTY AT THE PAVILIONS: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (games, raffles, prizes, and more!)
COURSE DETAILS
This course features a variety of surfaces including asphalt, brick, boardwalk, crushed rock, and grass. You can expect a mix of uphills, downhills, tight turns, and flat stretches. Enjoy the native Michigan woodlands and a wide variety of zoo animals, with panoramic views of the African savannah showcasing giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and more. This is a truly unique biking experience in a stunning setting.
RAFFLES
Must be 18 years or older to buy or sell raffle tickets, however a minor may be named as the raffle winner if an adult has purchased the ticket.
COSTUME & BIKE DECORATING CONTEST
We invite all participants to unleash their creativity by dressing in costumes or decorating their bikes. Whether you come as your favorite animal or a zookeeper or create a wild and whimsical bike design, your imaginative flair will add to the fun and excitement of the evening. Don't miss this chance to pedal in style and celebrate the adventure with us! Participants interested in being a part of the costume or bike decorating contest will be entered to win a family four-pack admission to the zoo or a zoo membership.
DONATIONS
Please consider going the extra mile and make a donation while registering to help support Binder Park Zoo conservation programs. (*Participation in fundraising is not required, but greatly appreciated.)
JOIN THE TOUR, WHERE EVERY SIP AND STRIDE SUPPORTS OUR PRECIOUS WILDLIFE!
TOUR DE ZOO IS MORE THAN JUST A BIKE RIDEIT'S AN EVENING OF EXCITEMENT AND EXPLORATION, THAT IN TURN HELPS SUPPORT OUR MISSION TO CONNECT. INSPIRE. CONSERVE. CONNECT PEOPLE WITH NATURE, INSPIRE THEM TO CONSERVE. DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS EXCLUSIVE EVENING AT BINDER PARK ZOO!
Races
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Tour De Zoo
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Tour De Zoo Swag Item
Fri 14th August 2026 (5:00PM EDT)
$54.50
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7400 Division Drive, Binder Park Zoo, Battle Creek, 49014, MI, United States
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