Toledo Zoo Dart Frog Dash presented by Buckeye Broadband

Event Details

• Date: May 16, 2026
• Location: Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo, OH
• Race URL: Race Sign Up

Registration Information

• T-shirt Deadline: The deadline to be guaranteed a t-shirt is May 3. We will have some extra, but cannot guarantee a shirt to everyone. Please see the registration table after the race to inquire.
• Parking: Participants must enter through Anthony Wayne Trail entrance! Parking is included with entry fee.

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, Accessible)
• KIDS’ FUN RUN: 9:45 a.m. (in front of Aquarium)

Race Features

• Inclusive Event: The Toledo Zoo’s Dart Frog Dash is for the whole family!
• Course Layout: The 5k course takes participants through the neighborhood to the west of the Zoo, through Tembo Trail and into the Main Plaza.
• Kids’ Fun Run: The Kids’ Fun Run and Zoo For All Walk are within the safety of Zoo grounds.
• Free Zoo Admission: All Dart Frog Dash registrants are welcome to stay at the Toledo Zoo for the day free of charge with parking included on race day.

Accessibility and Safety

• Zoo For All Walk: Offers a non-competitive walk focused on fun and access for all! Designed with inclusivity in mind.
• Street Closures: We are working with the Toledo Police Department to ensure that street closures follow a "rolling pattern" for quick reopening.
• Traffic Management: Adjust your schedule to avoid any inconvenience caused by street closures.

Packet Pickup

• Location:
  • Dave's Running
  • 5700 Monroe St, Sylvania, Ohio
  • May 14 & 15, 3 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
• Race Morning Pickup: Packets will be available for pickup on race morning beginning at 7 a.m. inside the Zoo.

Contact Information

• Questions: For Questions, call 419-385-5721 ext.2078