Run Wild 5K at the North Carolina Zoo

Race Overview

• Date: June 13, 2026
• Start Time: 7:30 a.m.
• Location: NC Zoo Solar Pointe, Asheboro, NC
• Registration: Sold Out

Event Details

• Objective: This event isn’t just about running: it’s about making a difference.
• Cause: All registration fees go directly toward protecting native salamander populations.
• Inclusions: Each registration comes with a Zoo ticket, an event tee, and a commemorative sticker.
• Course: Paved visitor pathways with rolling hills typical to the foothills of North Carolina.

Course Information

• Route: Begins at North America Connector road, continues through Africa and North America, and concludes at Solar Pointe.
• Wildlife Sounds: Participants may hear the roar of lions or howling of red wolves along the way.
• Finish Line Festivities: Refreshments and festivities at Solar Pointe for participants.
• Spectator Access: Spectators can watch the start and finish but cannot access the course during the race.

Participation Information

• Ages: Open to all ages, including walkers and runners.
• Time Limit: Participants must complete the event in 90 minutes, as that’s when the course closes.
• Zoo Access: The Zoo will open to guests at 9 a.m. after the race concludes.
• Participation Cap: Registration limited to 650 participants!

More Information

• Race URL: Run Wild 5K Race Page
• Event Type: 5K Race
• Location: North Carolina Zoo
• Ticket Information: Each registration includes a Zoo ticket.