Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Future for Wildlife 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk presented by CrossCountry Mortgage

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Future for Wildlife 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk

Date: 2026-10-04

Location: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Cleveland, OH

More Information: Race Details

About the Event

• Conservation Effort: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo has been working to protect wildlife around the world for more than two decades.
• Participate: Help us secure a future for wildlife by running for your selected species.
• Species Options: Support Zoo conservation efforts for Andean Bear, Asian Turtle, Giraffe, Gorilla, Lion, or Rhino.

Event Schedule

• Registration/Packet Pick-up: 7:00 AM
• 5k Start Time: 8:30 AM
• 1-mile Walk Start Time: 9:00 AM
• Place: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

Registration Pricing

• Pre-registration through October 2: $30
• October 3 through Race Day: $35
• Note: Race Day registration is online only!

Spectator Information

• Entry Requirement: Spectators will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo.
• Zoo Membership: Zoo membership does not allow free entry into the zoo.
• Ticket Prices: To be determined.
• Purchase Tickets: Spectators must buy tickets online at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo website.

What You Get

• Custom Swag: Race t-shirt
• Finisher Medal: All participants receive a medal
• Refreshments: Post-race refreshments available
• Admission: Admission to the zoo included

Note: Sorry, dogs are not allowed at this race.