Numerous runners of all ages running on the street, racing in the Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals

6/7: Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals

June 7, 2025

Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K, 10K & Kids 1/2 Mile

Name: 6/7: Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals
Start: 2025-06-07T00:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-06-07T23:59:59-05:00
Location: Memorial Park

June 7, 2025 | 5K/10K & 1/2 Mile Kids | Memorial Park (208 W Union Ave)

The Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K/10K & Kids 1/2 Mile is hosted by the Cosley Foundation to raise funds for the animals at Cosley Zoo as well as exhibit development projects, public programs and conservation projects.

Register

In-Person or Virtual 5K | $35 through April 30, $40 through June 6, $45 on Race Day (June 7)
In-Person or Virtual 10K | $40 through April 30, $45 through June 6, $50 on Race Day (June 7)
In-Person or Virtual Kids 1/2 Mile | $20 through June 6, $25 on Race Day (June 7)

Volunteer

Want to help at the event instead of running? Sign Up

RACE COURSE

Race Route Map (PDF)

PACKET PICKUP

Pre-Race Day
Thursday, June 5 | 10A-7P | Wheaton Park District Community Center (1777 S. Blanchard St., Wheaton)

Race Day
Saturday, June 7 | 6:30-7:15A | Memorial Park (225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton)

PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship Packet (PDF)

Interested in volunteering at the event? Sign Up

QUESTIONS

Email [email protected] for more information.

EVENT SPONSORS

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