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  • Name
    Run for the Zoo
  • City
    Chicago, IL
    City Location
    Cook County
  • Events
    10K run
    5K run
    kids run
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  • Race Dates
    On-Site Race Jun 6, 2021 Sunday On-Site Race Cancelled
    Virtual Race Jun 5 - Jun 13, 2021
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    Description
    As one of the oldest short-distance races in Chicago, the 43rd Annual Run for the Zoo USATF Certified course will again take place largely on and around the beautiful grounds of Lincoln Park Zoo.
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    This description was last modified Sep 23, 2020
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    As one of the oldest short-distance races in Chicago, the 43rd Annual Run for the Zoo USATF Certified course will again take place largely on and around the beautiful grounds of Lincoln Park Zoo. The 2021 Run for the Zoo course will take racers on a journey winding past winged creatures, gallop alongside gazelles, and race next to rhinos. After you complete the race, join all participants for a post-race celebration on the zoo’s Main Mall.

    The race often sells out before race day. Enjoy this unique opportunity to register in advance for the 43rd annual Run for the Zoo.

    Did you know?

    Your registration helps make possible state-of-the-art animal care, worldwide conservation, and wide-ranging education programs. Every guests participating in Lincoln Park Zoo’s public events helps to conserve wildlife and keep our gates open and free 365 days a year.

    Zoo members receive a $5 discount on the 5K and 10K, if registered by June 1, 2021. Enter the first 3 digits of your member number in the promo code section before check out.

    *While the event is scheduled for Sunday, June 6, 2021 - all other information is subject to change*

     

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