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This one-of-a-kind evening race brings together runners, walkers, families, and conservation supporters for a truly unique experience that begins along the scenic Kent Trail and finishes inside the Zoo, running past the stunning Grand Rapids Lantern Festival displays.Whether you’re chasing a PR or enjoying a fun family night out, Wild Strides is designed to be welcoming, energetic, and memorable.
✨ What’s Included with 5K Registration:
• Official race t-shirt
• Finisher medal
• Timed race bib
• Ticket to attend the 2026 Grand Rapids Lantern Festival
👟 Wolverine Worldwide Youth Half-Mile
Designed just for kids and taking place entirely inside the Zoo, this fun and encouraging race gives young runners their own finish line moment. Youth participants receive a race t-shirt and finisher medal.
🎉 Pre & Post-Race Celebration (Starting at 5:30 PM)
• DJ & music
• Face painting
• Inflatables
• Taquero Mucho Food Truck
• Kona Ice
When you register, a personal fundraising page is automatically created to support conservation, education, and animal care at John Ball Zoo. Earn rewards while making an impact!
Wild Strides is more than a race — it’s a celebration of community, conservation, and kicking off Earth Day together.
Register today and run wild with us!
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Event Venue
1300 Fulton Street West, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49504
Tickets
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.
