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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland OH
5K · 1 Mile
45–59°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
40–48°F
rain
2024
42–55°F
dry
2023
48–73°F
dry
2022
48–74°F
dry
2021
38–56°F
rain
2020
44–54°F
rain
2019
47–61°F
dry
2018
41–45°F
dry
2017
46–56°F
dry
2016
47–57°F
dry
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About this race
Cleveland Metroparks Halloween 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk
The Zoo will host the Halloween 5K on Saturday, October 24 at 8:30 a.m., inviting runners and walkers to come in costume and enjoy a one-of-a-kind race experience through the Zoo!
Event Details
- Registration/Packet Pick-up: 7:00 AM
- 5K Start Time: 8:30 AM
- 1-mile Walk Start Time: 9:00 AM
- Location: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Registration Pricing
- Pre-registration through October 22: $30
- October 23 through Race Day: $35
- Race Day Registration: Online Only!
Spectator Information
- Spectator Tickets: Spectators wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo.
- Zoo Membership: Zoo membership does not allow you free entry into the zoo.
- Ticket Prices: To be determined.
- Purchase Tickets: Spectators must purchase tickets online only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website here.
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.
For more information, visit the official race page: Cleveland Metroparks Halloween 5K.
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