Running Wild for the Red River Zoo
Saturday, August 1, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am
What to expect
The Red River Zoo is “otterly”
excited to host a race 
to help support the work we do. What are we “takin” 
about? This event is a purr-fect 
way to help us race against time to save some of the world’s rarest cold-climate
species . We aren’t kidding! Whether you race like a horse 
, stroll like a tortoise 
, waddle like a duck 
, are flying solo 
, or traveling in a pack 
, we would be happy to see you! So don’t be sheepish 
, hop on over 
. Oh “deer” 
, one more thing… we hope you have a howlin’ good time!
The Red River Zoo is “otterly”
excited to host a race to help support the work we do. What are we “takin” about? This event is a purr-fect way to help us race against time to save some of the world’s rarest cold-climate species . We aren’t kidding! Whether you race like a horse , stroll like a tortoise , waddle like a duck , are flying solo , or traveling in a pack , we would be happy to see you! So don’t be sheepish , hop on over . Oh “deer” , one more thing… we hope you have a howlin’ good time! 
Location: Red River Zoo
Date: Saturday August 1st, 2026
Time: 8:00am 5k, 8:05am 1 mile, 8:30am ½ mile
Note: Capped at 300 participants among all distances
This is a rain or shine event. This is a fun, untimed 1/2 mile, 1 mile, and 5k run/walk to help raise money for the Red River Zoo.
To help increase the flow of the race, participants must continue moving throughout the zoo. Participants are encouraged to re-enter the zoo after the event.Runners will start, and walkers will follow.To ensure safety of participants and the zoo’s animals, please follow zoo rules found on the Red River Zoo website.
The 5k route will cross a couple streets that are not blocked off from traffic. Please watch for traffic and follow traffic laws while crossing streets.
Entry fees through Saturday July 18th:1/2 mile $17
1 mile $27
5k $37
Entry fees after Saturday July 18th:1/2 mile $20
1 mile $30
5k $40
Families of three or more will receive $5 off, just enter use the coupon RUNWILD.Registration will be open until the start of the event, but we cannot guarantee shirts will be available for those who didn’t pre-register before the deadline for shirts (Wednesday July 1st).
Each registration includes:
Event shirt. Pre-registration to be guaranteed a shirt closes at 6pm on Wednesday July 1st. T-shirt size must be included during the purchase of your ticket. Please note if you would like adult or youth sizes.
Finisher medal. Hand made from trees around the zoo
Refreshments. Drink and food options
Prizes. Drawings will happen after the last finisher. Everyone registered is eligible to win
Same-day admission to the zoo
Schedule
Race Details
Saturday, August 1st, 2026
Start times:
8:00am for the 5k
8:05am for the 1 mile
8:30am for the 1/2 mile
Packets and shirts can be picked up Friday, July 31st during zoo hours 10:00am-5:00pm or Saturday, August 1st starting at 7:15am.
Event shirt. Pre-registration to be guaranteed a shirt closes at 6pm on Wednesday July 1st. T-shirt size must be included during the purchase of your ticket. Please note if you would like adult or youth sizes.Finisher medal. Hand made from trees around the zooRefreshments. Drink and food options Prizes. Drawings will happen after the last finisher. Everyone registered is eligible to winSame-day admission to the zooSchedule
Race DetailsSaturday, August 1st, 2026
Start times:
8:00am for the 5k
8:05am for the 1 mile
8:30am for the 1/2 mile
Packets and shirts can be picked up Friday, July 31st during zoo hours 10:00am-5:00pm or Saturday, August 1st starting at 7:15am.Related Events
