Zoo Stampede 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Salisbury, Maryland
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a wild and wonderful experience at the annual Zoo Stampede 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Salisbury, Wicomico! Kicking off at 9 a.m. from the Salisbury Zoo's East Gate, this exciting race offers a scenic route through the zoo and along the picturesque Salisbury City Park's greenway, all on a crushed-stone path. This year’s event celebrates the Monarch Butterfly, aligning with the Monarch SAFE program aimed at saving these beautiful creatures from extinction.
Participants are encouraged to unleash their creativity by dressing in their favorite animal costumes, with prizes for the most imaginative outfits! Proceeds from the event directly support the Salisbury Zoo, making this a fantastic way to contribute to wildlife conservation while enjoying a day of fun and fitness. Early registration offers great pricing, with adults at $25 and children 12 and under at just $15. Don't miss out on the post-race festivities, including refreshments and chances to win fabulous door prizes. Join us for this memorable day, and remember to share your photos using #ZooStampede26!
Participants are encouraged to unleash their creativity by dressing in their favorite animal costumes, with prizes for the most imaginative outfits! Proceeds from the event directly support the Salisbury Zoo, making this a fantastic way to contribute to wildlife conservation while enjoying a day of fun and fitness. Early registration offers great pricing, with adults at $25 and children 12 and under at just $15. Don't miss out on the post-race festivities, including refreshments and chances to win fabulous door prizes. Join us for this memorable day, and remember to share your photos using #ZooStampede26!
Organiser's Description
The Salisbury Zoo's annual Zoo Stampede 5K, sponsored by Vernon Powell Shoes, is set for Saturday, May 2nd, at 9 a.m. The race kicks off from the Salisbury Zoo's East Gate (across from the Elks Golf Club). The race will go through the Zoo and along the Salisbury City Park's greenway. The course is primarily along a crushed-stone path. This year's event is themed for the Monarch Butterfly in celebration of our involvement with the Monarch SAFE program (Saving Animals From Extinction). An educational community day celebrating our Monarch SAFE program with take place after the race. Let your imagination run wild and dress in your favorite animal costume! Runners with the most creative costume will receive a prize from our generous sponsors. 100% of proceeds go to support the Salisbury Zoo.
NEW PRICING STRUCTURE:
* $25.00 - Adult
* $15.00 - Children 12 & Under
* $5.00 - Discount Zoo Members
*ON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR $30 ADULTS & $20 FOR CHILDREN FROM 7:30-8:30 A.M.
PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:
* A tech shirt (if registered by April 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.)
* Bagels, fruit and beverages after the race
* The chance to win door prizes from Vernon Powell Shoes
PRIZES:
* Overall male and female winners will receive a gift certificate for a free pair of shoes from Vernon Powell Shoes.
* Three age group winners in each category will receive medals. The first-place winner in each age group will also receive a VP Shoes gift card.
* Costume contest prize
Dogs and other pets are not allowed in the zoo and are not permitted in this event. Service animals are the only dogs permitted in the Zoo.
Share your photos with hashtag #ZooStampede26.
NEW PRICING STRUCTURE:
* $25.00 - Adult
* $15.00 - Children 12 & Under
* $5.00 - Discount Zoo Members
*ON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR $30 ADULTS & $20 FOR CHILDREN FROM 7:30-8:30 A.M.
PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:
* A tech shirt (if registered by April 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.)
* Bagels, fruit and beverages after the race
* The chance to win door prizes from Vernon Powell Shoes
PRIZES:
* Overall male and female winners will receive a gift certificate for a free pair of shoes from Vernon Powell Shoes.
* Three age group winners in each category will receive medals. The first-place winner in each age group will also receive a VP Shoes gift card.
* Costume contest prize
Dogs and other pets are not allowed in the zoo and are not permitted in this event. Service animals are the only dogs permitted in the Zoo.
Share your photos with hashtag #ZooStampede26.
Races
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Zoo Stampede 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Short Sleeve Tech Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
This race is onsite at the Salisbury Zoo and takes runners around the Salisbury City Park greenway. The course is primarily on a crushed-stone path.
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