Toledo Zoo Dart Frog Dash

🎉 Race Overview

Leap into fun and fitness at the Toledo Zoo's Dart Frog Dash!

• Date: May 17, 2025
• Location: Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way
• Parking: Included with entry fee: participants must enter through Anthony Wayne Trail entrance!
• Race URL: Toledo Zoo Dart Frog Dash Registration

🏃‍♂️ Race Schedule

• 5K RACE/WALK: 8:30 a.m. (South/historic side of Zoo)
• ZOO FOR ALL WALK: 9:00 a.m. (North side of Zoo)
• KIDS’ FUN RUN: 9:45 a.m. (in front of Aquarium)
• Registration Deadline: Guarantee a t-shirt by May 4

👦 Event Details

The Toledo Zoo’s Dart Frog Dash is for the whole family! It offers an accurate 5k race with prizes, chip timing, a non-competitive 5k walk, Kids’ Fun Run, and accessible Zoo For All Walk. The 5k course takes participants through the neighborhood to the west of the Zoo, through the Zoo’s gardens and into the Main Plaza. The Kids’ Fun Run and Zoo For All Walk are within the safety of Zoo grounds.

• Inclusivity: Zoo For All Walk is designed with inclusivity in mind.
• Free Admission: All registrants can enjoy the Toledo Zoo for the day at no additional charge.
• Course Details: 5k course includes scenic routes through neighborhood and gardens.
• Fun for All: Non-competitive options available for all ages and abilities.

🚧 Logistics

We are working with the Toledo Police Department to ensure that street closures follow a "rolling pattern" so that as the last participant passes, the street will reopen and traffic will return to normal as quickly as possible. Please make adjustments to your schedule to avoid any inconvenience.

• Packet Pickup: Highly encouraged at Dave's Running.
• Alternative Pickup: Available on race morning starting at 7am inside the Aquarium at the Zoo.
• Location:
  • Dave's Running
  • 5700 Monroe St, Sylvania, Ohio
  • May 16 & 17, 3 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
• Contact: For questions, call 419-385-5721 ext.2078.