Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Cleveland OH
Sunday, October 4th, 2026
🐾 Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Future for Wildlife 5K Run/Walk
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo has been working to protect wildlife around the world for more than two decades. Help us to secure a future for wildlife by running for your selected species in this annual race. You can choose to support Zoo conservation efforts for: Andean Bear, Asian Turtle, Giraffe, Gorilla, Lion or Rhino.
🕖 Registration/Packet Pick-up
- Time: 7:00AM
- 5k Start Time: 8:30AM
- 1-mile Walk Start Time: 9:00AM
- Place: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
💲 Registration Pricing
Pre-registration through October 2 - $30
October 3 through Race Day - $35
Race Day Registration is Online Only!
👥 Spectator Information
Spectators wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo.
Zoo membership does not allow you free entry into the zoo.
Ticket prices are to be determined.
Spectators must purchase tickets on-line only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website:
Link Coming Soon!
Admissions will be there to scan the online ticket once purchased. The box office will not be open.
🎁 What You Get
- Custom race t-shirt
- Finisher medal for all
- Post race refreshments
- Admission to the zoo
Sorry, dogs are not allowed at this race.
🌐 More Information
Visit us at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Future for Wildlife 5K for additional details.
