Zoom Through the Zoo 5K
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Greenville, South Carolina
- Price $17.50 - $38.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of fun and fitness at the Zoom Through the Zoo 5K on Saturday, November 14, 2026! This unique event takes place in the beautiful city of Greenville and offers runners a chance to race through the scenic Greenville Zoo. The day 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 hilly yet exhilarating course that winds through Cleveland Park and culminates in a loop around the zoo, making it a truly memorable experience for all ages.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, the Zoom Through the Zoo welcomes everyone, including strollers and walkers. All 5K participants will receive a unisex or youth-sized t-shirt, and Kids Fun Run participants can snag a shirt for an additional $5. Plus, every runner will enjoy a complimentary guest pass to the Greenville Zoo! After the race, stick around for music, snacks, and an awards presentation where you could win a yearly membership to the zoo. Mark your calendars for this exciting community event that combines fitness, family fun, and support for the Greenville Zoo!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, the Zoom Through the Zoo welcomes everyone, including strollers and walkers. All 5K participants will receive a unisex or youth-sized t-shirt, and Kids Fun Run participants can snag a shirt for an additional $5. Plus, every runner will enjoy a complimentary guest pass to the Greenville Zoo! After the race, stick around for music, snacks, and an awards presentation where you could win a yearly membership to the zoo. Mark your calendars for this exciting community event that combines fitness, family fun, and support for the Greenville Zoo!
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.
* Zoom Through the Zoo results will be based on CHIP TIMING.
* Medals will be offered to the Kids Fun Run participants only.
Thank you for your interest in Zoom Through the Zoo.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS WHO HELP MAKE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE!
Greenville Track Club [https://www.adidas.com/us]
adidas [https://www.adidas.com/us]
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System [https://www.bonsecours.com/]
CPM Federal Credit Union [https://www.cpmfed.com/]
CONA [https://carolinaona.com/]
Dave & Buster's [https://www.daveandbusters.com/us/en/about/locations/greenville]
Fleet Feet Greenville [https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/greenville?srsltid=AU7gw4Xc_uWloLAGAzKolb-fm9NRcypqchVA2vGlb4bIqGtoyv3qQbeQ]
Greenville Triumph [https://www.greenvilletriumph.com/]
Harris Teeter [https://www.harristeeter.com/]
iHeart Media [https://www.iheartmedia.com/]
Pepsi [https://www.pepsi.com/]
Rocky Creek Dental [https://rockycreekdental.com/]
Supreme Nutrition [https://supremenutritionusa.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.
* Zoom Through the Zoo results will be based on CHIP TIMING.
* Medals will be offered to the Kids Fun Run participants only.
Thank you for your interest in Zoom Through the Zoo.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS WHO HELP MAKE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE!
Greenville Track Club [https://www.adidas.com/us]
adidas [https://www.adidas.com/us]
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System [https://www.bonsecours.com/]
CPM Federal Credit Union [https://www.cpmfed.com/]
CONA [https://carolinaona.com/]
Dave & Buster's [https://www.daveandbusters.com/us/en/about/locations/greenville]
Fleet Feet Greenville [https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/greenville?srsltid=AU7gw4Xc_uWloLAGAzKolb-fm9NRcypqchVA2vGlb4bIqGtoyv3qQbeQ]
Greenville Triumph [https://www.greenvilletriumph.com/]
Harris Teeter [https://www.harristeeter.com/]
iHeart Media [https://www.iheartmedia.com/]
Pepsi [https://www.pepsi.com/]
Rocky Creek Dental [https://rockycreekdental.com/]
Supreme Nutrition [https://supremenutritionusa.com/]
Races
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Zoom Through the Zoo 5K
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Race T-Shirt in Unisex and Youth Sizes
Sat 14th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$38.00
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Zoom Through the Zoo Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Extra T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$17.50
The 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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