Events
5K Fun Run/Walk
Price:
$45
Time:
7:10PM EDT
Price increases after February 28, 2026 at 11:59pm EST
Kids Half Mile
Price:
$15
Time:
6:00PM EDT
Price increases after February 28, 2026 at 11:59pm EST
Open to ages 4 - 12.
Place
1300 Fulton St. W
Grand Rapids, MI US 49504
Grand Rapids, MI US 49504
Description
Celebrate Earth Day with John Ball Zoo’s inaugural Wild Strides 5K! This unique event will bring together runners, walkers, families, and conservation enthusiasts to support the Zoo’s mission of saving wildlife and wild places.
The 5K course will take you on a scenic route through the Zoo grounds, past the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival path, and along nearby trails! 5K participants will receive a race t-shirt, finishers medal, and ticket to attend the 2026 Lantern Festival. Kids Fun Run participants will receive a race t-shirt and finishers medal.
Race Contact Info
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