Zoo Run Run at Nashville Zoo

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3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville TN

Saturday, February 28th, 2026

🦒 Zoo Run Run

Presented by Publix

Join a herd of runners and walkers at Zoo Run Run for a winter 5K adventure! Bundle up, hit the trail, and gallop through the Zoo’s property, including areas not normally available to the public. Zoo Run Run is a rain, snow or shine event.

📅 Event Details

WHEN: Saturday, February 28th, 2026 | 2:00 - 5:00 pm

WHERE: Nashville Zoo (3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211)

WHY: Proceeds from Zoo Run Run help fund the Zoo's conservation work.

Friends and families: are welcome to join us for a brisk stroll instead of a run. Be aware that some of the course is off-road.
Strollers: Have little ones? Grab your off-road stroller and join the fun!
Pets: Please note, pets are not allowed on Zoo property and cannot be left in vehicles, join on the route, or wait at the finish line.

🏅 Race Details

Registration Options

Choose to run or walk as a timed or untimed participant. Every registrant receives a long-sleeve performance t-shirt, a race bib and post-race refreshments. Souvenir Participant Medal upgrades are available at an additional fee while supplies last.

2026 Shirt Design (coming soon)!: included with each race registration or additional shirts available from ZRR Store

Optional 2026 Participation Medal Upgrade: available for upgrade during registration or from ZRR Store

Pre-Race Festivities

Make sure to attend advance packet pickup days to have time to participate in the full lineup of race day festivities! All observer tickets will have access to join in on the below activities.

Stretching: Prep for the big race with our Stretching with the Animal Zone at Jungle Terrace.
Practice: Take a quick sprint down the Winner's Lane.
Encounters: Join in on special animal encounters at the Ajax Turner Amphitheater.
Photo Ops: Snap a commemorative photo and join in on the virtual Costume Contest.

👶 Children & Tickets

Everyone participating in the race over age 5 will need to register as a timed or untimed participant. Young children (ages 2-5) are welcome to ride in a stroller during the race but will need a $10 Race Observer Ticket for entry into the race area. Children under age 2 are free and do not need a ticket.

Race Observer / Spectator Tickets

Zoo Run Run will begin inside the Zoo in 2026 so that race observers will have access to the Festival Field area to watch the start line/finish line.

🏆 Prizes

Race prizes will be awarded by chipped time - the time runners cross the start and finish lines.

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will receive medal recognition at the 4PM Awards Ceremony.

1st place: runners in each category will additionally receive 4 Zoo admission tickets and a $30 gift card to local Fleet Feet retail stores.

📜 Fundraising Contest

Share your registration with your family and friends and encourage them to donate in your name to be eligible to win a backstage tour as a thank you for going the extra mile!

Prizes:
The top fundraiser will win an exclusive animal encounter. (Minimum of $200 raised is required to be eligible for the prize)