Schedule

8:00AM
5K Start Time Participants for the 8am Run must enter via the Southern Boulevard Lot or Pedestrian entrance. Upon entry you will be guided to the Start line by staff and wayfinding signs.

9:00AM
3K Start Time Participants for the 3K Run/Walk must enter via the Bronx River Entrance

11:30AM
Race Ends Race course and finish line will be closed at 11:30am

7:30AM - 10:00AM
DJ Entertainment

8:30AM - 9:30AM
Pre-3K Race Entertainment

8:30AM - 11:30AM
Post Run Refreshments

8:30AM - 12:00PM
Wildlife Characters Staggered appearances

9:00AM - 12:00PM
Games & Activities

9:00AM - 12:00PM
Photo Ops

9:00AM - 12:00PM
Community Mural at Astor Court

9:00AM - 12:00PM
Face Painting at Astor Court

9:00AM - 12:00PM
Cardio Dance at Astor Court

9:00AM - 12:00PM
DJ Entertainment at Astor Court

10:30AM
Bronx Zoo Exhibits Open Opening day for Wild Asia Monorail

The Bronx Zoo is open exclusively for Run for the Wild participants until 1pm! As the world's largest urban zoo, the Bronx Zoo features more than 600 species from around the globe. Meet some of our mammals, birds, reptiles, fish and insects. All-day admission – with access to all Rides and Star Attractions – is included.

Please visit our Bronx Zoo FAQs for information about park rules.

"I've participated in the Run for the Wild 5k for the last 8 years and I don't plan on stopping! I can't wait for the next run, which I'm confident will be another wonderful day!"

Katie Schwinn

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Team Meow

Run for the Wild 2026 supporting Wildlife Conservation Society

Run for the Wild 2026

Team Meow

Run for the Wild 2026 supporting Wildlife Conservation Society

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