Cheyenne Mountain Zoo invites you to Run to the Shrine on Saturday, May 15, 2021 from 3:20 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The 4-mile (~6.4K) course curves through the Zoo, up to the Shrine of the Sun and back down into the Zoo, providing some of the most stunning views in the Pikes Peak region.
Run to the Shrine has become an annual Cheyenne Mountain Zoo tradition, and it is the only day of the year that guests are allowed to travel up to the Shrine of the Sun by foot! In addition, Run to the Shrine is an important fundraiser for the Zoo.
Event Details:
- Run to the Shrine 2021 will not be a timed run/walk. Runners and walkers will have access to start the ascent up Shrine Road from the time they arrive until 6:30 p.m. You will have the option to enjoy Shrine Road and the rest of the Zoo (including animals!) at your pace. Visit Shrine Road, animal exhibits and food outlets at your leisure. Shrine Road will close to pedestrians at 7:30 p.m., so be sure to finish your round trip to the Shrine gate before then.
- Capacity for Run to the Shrine has been limited. Advance registration is required; no registrations available at the front gate.
- Check-in will be at the front gate from 3:20 p.m. to 5 p.m. Advance registration tickets are required for all run/walk participants and guests, including children 2 & under.
- Please be in line to enter the Zoo within 20 minutes after your ticketed time.
- Early arrivals or arrivals later than 20 minutes past your ticketed entry time may not be accommodated. If you arrive early for your time slot, please wait in your car until your entry time begins. Arriving during your designated arrival time will help us manage traffic flow into our parking lot and through the admission gates.
- Once you enter the Zoo, you are welcome to stay until the event ends at 8 p.m. Shrine Road access will end at 7:30 p.m.
- Spectator tickets must be purchased in advance. No ticket sales at the front gate. Tickets can be reserved via the links provided in the confirmation email we sent to registered runners. Spectator tickets do not include access to Shrine Road or any of the benefits of Run to the Shrine registration. These tickets are for CMZoo access during the event only. Only registered participants are permitted on the course above the top of the Zoo.
- Jogging strollers are welcome as long as they have the proper safety equipment (tethers and hand brakes required). Strollers without this specific safety equipment will be turned around at the top of the Zoo for safety.
- For the safety of all participants, we do not allow skateboards, roller blades/inline skate/Heely's®, bicycles or pets on the run course.
- Bring your own hydration. Water stations will be limited, for the safety of runners and walkers.
- Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the Grizzly Grill.
- Your commemorative performance T-shirt, featuring this year’s lemur mascot will be available for pick up in Lodge at Moose Lake. Donation gifts will also be available in Lodge at Moose Lake, for those who have raised $100 or more.
- This year’s Run to the Shrine will only include access to Shrine Road up to the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun's parking lot gate. The Shrine grounds and buildings will be closed during the event.
- All fees are non-refundable. Run to the Shrine will go on as scheduled rain or shine, so please come prepared for inclement weather.
- The race fee is not tax deductible, but any additional donations are tax deductible.
Event Cost:
| Member | Early Bird Member 3/1 - 3/14 | Member 3/15 - 5/10 *If not sold out | Race Week 5/11-5/14 *If not sold out |
| Adult (ages 18-64) | $30 | $35 | $55 |
| Senior (ages 65+) | $20 | $25 | $45 |
| Youth (ages 12-17) | $20 | $25 | $45 |
| Child (ages 3-11) | $10 | $15 | $25 |
| Non- Member | Early Bird Non-Member 3/1 - 3/14 | Non-Member 3/15 - 5/10 *If not sold out | Race Week 5/11-5/14 *If not sold out |
| Adult (ages 18-64) | $45 | $50 | $55 |
| Senior (ages 65+) | $35 | $40 | $45 |
| Youth (ages 12-17) | $35 | $40 | $45 |
| Child (ages 3-11) | $15 | $20 | $25 |
Advance registration is required; no registrations available at the front gate.
All fees are non-refundable. No exchanges. Run to the Shrine will go on as scheduled, rain or shine, so please come prepared for inclement weather.
Free Gift for Donations!
Make your support of the Zoo go even further! Ask your friends and family to join you in the support of Cheyenne Mountain Zoo by pledging a donation. All donations will support important programs like:
- the care and enrichment of our animals
- on-grounds breeding of endangered species like black-footed ferrets and Wyoming toads
- conservation projects around the world
- education programs to foster a love of wildlife in our local youth
When you raise $100 or more to support Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, you’ll receive a FREE GIFT, recognizing your commitment to the Zoo and conservation of wildlife. Choose from the following:
- Long-sleeve performance shirt
- Insulated water bottle
- Bamboo utensil set
(Details and instructions for pledges available after you register.)
COVID-19
- ZOO GUESTS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR MASKS WHEN INSIDE ANY BUILDINGS, due to the mandate by the state of Colorado. We also strongly encourage wearing a mask when within 6 feet of other groups in outdoor areas.
- If you or anyone in your party is experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19, please stay home and visit us when you are better. For information on the symptoms and how to protect yourself, please refer to the CDC's website resources.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Member Closed
Online registration closed-
Discounted early bird member pricing: adult $30 / senior $20 / youth $20 / child $10. Discount will register at checkout automatically.
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$34.09
Early Bird Pricing
Mar 1 – Mar 14 -
$39.44Mar 15 – May 10
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$60.83
Race Week Pricing
May 11 – May 14
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Non-Member Closed
Online registration closed-
Non-member early bird pricing: adult $45 / senior $35 / youth $35 / child $15. Discount will register at checkout automatically
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$50.14
Early Bird Pricing
Mar 1 – Mar 14 -
$55.49Mar 15 – May 10
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$60.83
Race Week Pricing
May 11 – May 14
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2&Under - Shirt not included. Advance registration required, including children 2 & under Closed
Online registration closed-
All guests must have a registration, including 2 and under children that may be in strollers during the event. Run to the Shrine shirt not included with this registration.
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Free
2&Under Registration. Shirt not included.
Mar 1 – Mar 14 -
Free
2&Under Registration. Shirt not included.
Mar 15 – May 10 -
Free
2&Under Registration. Shirt not included
May 11 – May 14
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Course Map
Contact information
- Event contact
- Special Events Manager
- specialevents@cmzoo.org
- Phone
- (719) 424-7847
- Website
- Visit website
