Run Like Wild
April 24
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 superior animal care and education and conservation programs.
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.
- 7 a.m.: 5k start
- 8 a.m.: Little Stampede Run (ages 2-11)
- 7:30 – 10: 30 a.m. After Party and Vendor Expo at Ford Pavilion inside Zoo Atlanta
Registration:
- Advance online registration only.
- No mail-in or race day registration available.
- Registration closes April 20, 2021.
*This is event is rain or shine. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Registration types
5K (ages 12+)
- $45 through February 1;
- $50 thereafter
Registration includes:
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- A complimentary Zoo admission pass for the day
- Post-race food and drink
- Chip Timing
- One Run Like Wild event T-shirt
- Finisher’s medal
Little Stampede One Mile Family Walk & Kids Run (ages 2 – 11)
Kiddos can support white rhinos at their own pace during the one-mile fun run at 8 a.m.
- $20
Registration includes:
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- One Run Like Wild children’s tee
- Child admission ticket to the Zoo (valid for one year)
Virtual Runners
Prefer to support us from across the savanna? Virtual runners can run from home or on their own trail. Time can be submitted here. Be sure to share photos of your run using the hashtag #OnlyZooATL!
- $45
Registration includes:
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- One Run Like Wild event T-shirt
- Finisher’s Medal
HOW IT WORKS:
Register
Register online for the virtual race.
Race Package
Once you register you will be sent your race package beginning in April. Race packages include your race medal and a race 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.
Share
When you complete your Run Like Wild Virtual Race, put that hard-earned medal around your neck and take a selfie. Please share your accomplishment on social media using #OnlyZooATL.
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.
- 5k Participants will be permitted to run the course without masks. We will require masks to be worn after the finish line!
- Little Stampede participants will be required to wear masks while on Zoo grounds.
- Learn more about what to expect at Zoo Atlanta.
*Event tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Connect With Your Wild Side #onlyzooatl