Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 2025

🐾 Race Overview

The Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K/10K & Kids' 1/2 Mile is hosted by the Cosley Foundation to support Cosley Zoo's exhibit development projects, public programs and conservation projects.

📅 Date & Time

• Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
• Time: 7:30 AM

🏃‍♂️ Race Distances

• Distance: 5K, 10K & Kids' 1/2 Mile
• Location: Downtown Wheaton

💵 Registration Fees

• 5K Race Registration: $35 early-bird pricing through 4/30, $40 beginning 5/1 through 6/6, and $45 on race day (6/7)
• 10K Race Registration: $40 early-bird pricing through 4/30, $45 beginning 5/1 through 6/6 and $50 on race day (6/7)
• Kids' 1/2 Mile Race Registration: $20 (ages 4-10) through 6/6, $25 on race day (6/7)

🔄 Registration Changes

If you register for the 10K, you can opt to switch your registration to the 5K by emailing klizik@wheatonparks.org. No refunds will be issued to switch from the 10K to the 5K. If you register for the 5K and opt to switch your registration to a 10K, you will be charged an additional $5 fee.

Please note that if you sign up for the virtual race, you are opting not to participate in person on June 7.

📦 Packet Pick-Up

• Thursday, June 5: 10 AM - 7 PM | Wheaton Park District Community Center (1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL 60189)
• Saturday, June 7: 6:30 - 7:15 AM | Memorial Park (225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton, IL 60187)

🌐 More Information

For more details, visit the official race page.