Zoom Through the Zoo 5K
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Greenville, South Carolina
- Price $17.50 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the exciting Zoom Through the Zoo 5K, taking place on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in beautiful Greenville! This unique race offers a thrilling opportunity to run through the renowned Greenville Zoo while supporting a great cause. The event kicks off with a Kids Fun Run at 8:00 AM, followed by the main 5K race at 8:15 AM. Participants can look forward to a scenic, hilly course that winds through Cleveland Park before culminating in a loop through the zoo, making it an unforgettable experience for all ages.
Don't miss out on the fun! Participants in the 5K will receive a commemorative t-shirt, while the Kids Fun Run offers an optional t-shirt for a small fee. As a bonus, each runner will score a free guest pass to the Greenville Zoo, allowing you to enjoy the animal exhibits with your family and friends. After the race, join the festivities in Cleveland Park with music, snacks, and an awards presentation where you could win exciting prizes, including yearly zoo memberships! Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking to enjoy a day out with the family, the Zoom Through the Zoo 5K is an event you won't want to miss!
Don't miss out on the fun! Participants in the 5K will receive a commemorative t-shirt, while the Kids Fun Run offers an optional t-shirt for a small fee. As a bonus, each runner will score a free guest pass to the Greenville Zoo, allowing you to enjoy the animal exhibits with your family and friends. After the race, join the festivities in Cleveland Park with music, snacks, and an awards presentation where you could win exciting prizes, including yearly zoo memberships! Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking to enjoy a day out with the family, the Zoom Through the Zoo 5K is an event you won't want to miss!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR GREENVILLES ONLY 5K WITH A LOOP THROUGH THE GREENVILLE ZOO!
Zoom Through the Zoo is a fundraiser for the Greenville Zoo, presented by the Greenville Zoo Foundation and is a Greenville Track Club [http://www.greenvilletrackclub.com] Corporate Shield event. Our race also includes a Kids Fun Run!
RACE INFORMATION
DATE: November 14, 2026
TIME: 8:00 AM - Kids Fun Run | 8:15 AM - 5K
PACKET PICKUP DATES/TIMES:
* Thursday, November 12 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Fleet Feet Sports in Greenville
* Friday, November 13 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Fleet Feet Sports in Greenville
* Friday, November 13 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Fleet Feet Sports in Greenville
* Race Day, November 14 from 7:00 - 8:00 AM at Cleveland Park
FAQS
* Strollers and walkers are welcome. Pets are not permitted. Parents are welcome to run with their kids in the Fun Run.
* The Fun Run is through the Zoo and is 0.8 mile long.
* 5K participants receive a t-shirt (unisex and youth sizes). Kids Fun Run participants can purchase a t-shirt for an extra $5.
* All participants receive one free guest pass to the Greenville Zoo!
* Following the race, enjoy music, snacks, and an awards presentation in Cleveland Park. Awards include yearly memberships to the Greenville Zoo!
* The hilly 5K Course guides you through Cleveland Park, ending with a loop in the Greenville Zoo.
Thank you for your interest in Zoom Through the Zoo.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS WHO HELP MAKE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE!
Greenville Track Club [http://www.greenvilletrackclub.com]
CPM Federal Credit Union [https://www.cpmfed.com/]
Zoom Through the Zoo is a fundraiser for the Greenville Zoo, presented by the Greenville Zoo Foundation and is a Greenville Track Club [http://www.greenvilletrackclub.com] Corporate Shield event. Our race also includes a Kids Fun Run!
RACE INFORMATION
DATE: November 14, 2026
TIME: 8:00 AM - Kids Fun Run | 8:15 AM - 5K
PACKET PICKUP DATES/TIMES:
* Thursday, November 12 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Fleet Feet Sports in Greenville
* Friday, November 13 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Fleet Feet Sports in Greenville
* Friday, November 13 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Fleet Feet Sports in Greenville
* Race Day, November 14 from 7:00 - 8:00 AM at Cleveland Park
FAQS
* Strollers and walkers are welcome. Pets are not permitted. Parents are welcome to run with their kids in the Fun Run.
* The Fun Run is through the Zoo and is 0.8 mile long.
* 5K participants receive a t-shirt (unisex and youth sizes). Kids Fun Run participants can purchase a t-shirt for an extra $5.
* All participants receive one free guest pass to the Greenville Zoo!
* Following the race, enjoy music, snacks, and an awards presentation in Cleveland Park. Awards include yearly memberships to the Greenville Zoo!
* The hilly 5K Course guides you through Cleveland Park, ending with a loop in the Greenville Zoo.
Thank you for your interest in Zoom Through the Zoo.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS WHO HELP MAKE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE!
Greenville Track Club [http://www.greenvilletrackclub.com]
CPM Federal Credit Union [https://www.cpmfed.com/]
Races
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Zoom Through the Zoo 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Race T-Shirt in Unisex and Youth Sizes
Sat 14th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$27.50
OPENS 01 AUG -
Zoom Through the Zoo Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Extra T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$17.50
OPENS 01 AUGThe Fun Run is through the Zoo and will end before the 5K begins for families that want to run both races.
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