Ready, get set… charge! Run around and through the Zoo at the inaugural “Run Like Wild” 5K! This is Atlanta’s only 5K race where you might catch a glimpse of lions, elephants or a white rhino, this year’s spotlighted species. Show us your wild side, dress up in your finest stripes, spots or feathers, and let’s run for the rhinos! All proceeds support Zoo Atlanta’s animal care and education and conservation programs.
EVENT TIME
7 a.m.: Run Like Wild 5K start
9 a.m.: Little Stampede Family Fun Run start
7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. After party at the Ford Pavilion inside Zoo Atlanta! Enjoy music, awards ceremony, costume contest and a vendor market.
REGISTRATION
- Advance online registration only.
- Register for the “Little Stampede” Run or Virtual 5K.
- No mail-in or race day registration available.
- This is a rain or shine event; however, in the case of extreme weather, race updates will be posted here and emailed to all participants.
- Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Should the in-person 5K be canceled, all 5K registrations will transition to a virtual run, and registrants will be mailed their race packet.
VIRTUAL 5K
Prefer to support us from across the savanna? Virtual runners of all ages can run from home or on their own trail. Time can be submitted here. Share photos of your wild run using the hashtag #OnlyZooATL!
- $45
- Register before March 31 to receive your race packet before or on April 24. Those who register on or after March 31 will receive their race packet after April 24.
Virtual Registration includes:
- One “Run Like Wild” event T-shirt
- Finisher’s medal
- Complimentary Zoo Atlanta admission ticket (valid for one year)
How the Virtual 5k works:
- Register Online
- Register before March 31 to receive your race packet before or on April 24.
- Those who register on or after March 31 will receive their race packet after April 24.
- Race Packets
- Race packets will be mailed beginning in April and will include your medal and T-shirt.
- Time to Run
- Set a time to run either during the race period or on your own schedule. You can run or walk on a road or treadmill and either alone or with a group of friends. It’s all about setting a goal to complete the race distance.
- Complete your race and record it using a tracking app. You can then upload a screenshot of your results when posting your finish time.
- Submit and Share
- Submit your time HERE.
- When you complete your Run Like Wild Virtual Race, put that hard-earned medal around your neck and take a selfie. Share your accomplishment on social media using #OnlyZooATL.
5K (ages 12+) Sold Out!
Registration includes:
- Complimentary Zoo Atlanta admission on race day
- Post-race food and drink
- Chip timing
- One Run Like Wild event T-shirt
- Finisher’s medal
LITTLE STAMPEDE FAMILY RUN (ages 2 – 11) Sold Out!
Kiddos can support white rhinos at their own pace during the fun run at 8 a.m.
- Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Should the in-person 5K be canceled, all Little Stampede registrants will be mailed their race packet.
Little Stampede Registration includes:
- One “Run Like Wild” event youth T-shirt
- Complimentary Zoo Atlanta admission on race day
- One child’s Zoo Atlanta admission ticket for a future visit
COVID-19 NOTE:
- As part of our commitment to the continued well-being of our guests, team members and the animals in our care, and in ongoing efforts to assist our community in preventing the spread of COVID-19, the following protocols and procedures will be implemented for a safe and fun race.
- All race participants will be permitted to run the course without masks, but masks are required at the starting line, and after the finish line.
- To allow for social distancing on the course, the 5K will start in waves of 50 people every 2 minutes.
- Should the in-person 5K be canceled, all 5K registrations will transition to a virtual run, and registrants will be mailed their race packet.
- Learn more about what to expect at Zoo Atlanta.
This is a rain or shine event; however, in the case of extreme weather, race updates will be posted here and emailed to all participants.
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Should the in-person 5K be canceled for any reason, all 5K registrations will transition to a virtual run, and registrants will be mailed their race packet.
Registration fees
Virtual Runner All Ages Closed
Online registration closed-
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$45.00Nov 13 – Feb 1
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$45.00Feb 2 – Apr 20
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ClosedApr 20 – Apr 20
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5K Individual All Ages Closed
Online registration closed-
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$45.00Nov 13 – Feb 1
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$50.00Feb 2 – Apr 20
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ClosedApr 20 – Apr 20
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Little Stampede Run 1 Mile Family Walk & Kids Fun Run Closed
Online registration closed-
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$20.00Nov 13 – Feb 1
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$20.00Feb 2 – Apr 20
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ClosedApr 20 – Apr 20
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Additional Event Information
PACKET PICK UP
Pre-Race Packet Pick Up:
- Thursday, April 22 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Zoo Atlanta
Race Day Packet Pick Up:
- Onsite 6 a.m. to 6:30 a.m.
AFTER PARTY, AWARDS & COSTUME CONTEST
After the race, join us for the After Party at the Ford Pavilion inside Zoo Atlanta! Enjoy music, the awards ceremony, costume contest and a vendor market. For capacity reasons, only race participants are permitted to enter the After Party.
Awards
The top overall male and female finishers in the following categories will receive a pair of tickets to an upcoming Zoo Atlanta 21+ event:
- 21-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-69
- 70 and over
The top overall male and female finishers in the following categories will receive a pair of Treetop Trail tickets:
- 12-15
- 16-20
Awards will be given at the awards ceremony at 10 a.m. inside the Ford Pavilion inside Zoo Atlanta.
Costume Contest
Show us your wild side, dress up in your finest stripes, spots or feathers! Costume contest begins after the awards ceremony at the Ford Pavilion. Winner will receive a special prize!
AWARDS FOR TOP FUNDRAISER ON THE LEADERBOARD
1st place- Rhino encounter for two people
2nd place- Family-level Zoo Atlanta Membership for one year
3rd place- Four-pack of Zoo admission tickets
Top donors
No. | Name | Amount |
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1 | Anonymous | $107.35 |
2 | Melissa Markham | $100.00 |
3 | Matthew Simon | $54.10 |
Top fundraisers
1 | View fundraiser page for Leslie |
Leslie MartinRaised: $109.06 |
View page for Leslie |
2 | View fundraiser page for Jack |
Jack MarkhamRaised: $100.00 |
View page for Jack |
3 | View fundraiser page for Catherine |
Catherine BarnesRaised: $54.10 |
View page for Catherine |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Event Organizer
- Website
- Visit website