Cheetah Chase 5K
Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Walk
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run wild through Binder Park Zoo, enjoy diverse terrain, spot savanna animals, and support wildlife conservation.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
For a CauseLace up for the Cheetah Chase 5K, a unique run or walk through Binder Park Zoo. Experience a dynamic course featuring diverse terrain—asphalt, brick, boardwalk, crushed rock, and grass—as you wind through scenic Michigan woodlands and past African savanna views with giraffes and zebras. Your participation directly supports wildlife conservation and the zoo's mission to inspire a love for nature, making every step count for a great cause.
What to expect
Run or walk a 5K through Binder Park Zoo on a dynamic course with varied surfaces and a mix of hills and flat stretches. Receive a performance race shirt and a free zoo admission pass for the day. Enjoy your first Bell's beer free at the brew station (for participants 21+).
From the organizer
About the Cheetah Chase 5K Event - June 27, 2026 Lace up your running or walking shoes for a 5K experience like no other! The Cheetah Chase 5K takes you on a dynamic course through the heart of Binder Park Zoo, featuring a mix of terrain—asphalt, brick, boardwalk, crushed rock, and grass—that keeps every step exciting. Wind through scenic Michigan woodlands, tackle a mix of hills, tight turns, and flat stretches, and take in stunning views of the African savanna, where giraffes, zebras, and antelope roam. More than just a race, your participation helps support wildlife conservation and the zoo’s mission to inspire a love for nature. Run wild for a great cause —sign up today! This event serves as a great platform for fundraising, playing a vital role in supporting Binder Park Zoo 's impactful conservation message and initiatives.
Pre-Registration ONLY - Race Limited to 1,000 Participants Complete a registration form to enter the Binder Park Zoo Cheetah Chase event of your choice.
Registration Dates & Fees All participants in both 5K events will receive a free day-of-admission pass to the zoo and their first Bell's beer for free (21 and up only).
Special Pricing Dates: (for the Gazelle Gallop-5K Run and Sloth Walk-5K Walk)
Early Bird Registration: Feb 7 - February 28 (11:59 pm) $50
Pre Registration: March 1 - June 20 (11:59 pm) $60
Late Registration: - June 21 - June 27 (Day of Race) $70 Registration Fees Include: Race Registration, performance race shirt, zoo pass for the day, and first Bell's beer free at the brew station for adults over 21 years of age (other option available for participants under 21).
Friday Early Packet Pickup
Reduce your time in line with early packet pick-up. From 4pm to 6pm on Friday, June 26th, we will have early packet pick-up in the Cross Administration Building (Zoo Office). Participants may also register on Friday during packet pickup if space is available.
Saturday Event Times
6:30 am - Gates Open 6:45am to 7:45am - Packet Pickup. 7:30am - Gates to zoo entrance closed to prep for race - be here before 7:30am to park in zoo lot. 8:00am - Race Start for the Gazelle Gallop (5K Run), Sloth Walk (5K Walk). Post Race Cool Down After The Race. Last participant must cross the finish line by 9:30am. Bell's Beer Stations – open during Cheetah Chase and also on zoo grounds all day Tee Shirts:
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