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Wild Child Fun Run

Date
June 6, 2026
Distance
Wild 1.5 Mile Runner · Wild 5k Runner · Kids Chaperone (No shirt, no finisher award) & more

From the Organizer

Get ready to go WILD at the Wild Child Fun Run at Idaho Falls Zoo! A run geared to the whole family with a 1.5 mile and 5k distances.
Join us for the 2nd Annual Wild Child Fun Run!

Get ready for a family-friendly fitness adventure like no other! The Wild Child Fun Run is your chance to explore the zoo in a whole new way while supporting a great cause.

Date: June 6th, 2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM- Noon  
Location: Tautphaus Park & Idaho Falls Zoo
Choose from a 1.5K or 5K run through beautiful Tautphaus Park, ending with a unique quarter-mile course inside the zoo! The route will feature fun cheer stations, music, and snacks to keep you energized along the way.

Not about speed, but about fun! Participants will receive a finish time, but this inclusive event is focused more on the finish and promoting health, fitness, and family fun.

Register today and be part of the Wild Child Fun Run—a day of fun, fitness, and supporting the animals!

All ages and abilities welcome!

Packet pickup will be June 5th 5-7pm or June 6th 7:30-8:30am! 

We can’t wait to see you there! 🦁🐒🌳

Distances & Pricing

Wild 1.5 Mile Runner8:30 AMRegister →
Wild 5k Runner8:30 AMRegister →
Kids Chaperone (No shirt, no finisher award)8:30 AMRegister →
Family Admission (2 Chaperones, up to 4 runners)8:30 AMRegister →

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Wild Child Fun Run?
Wild Child Fun Run is a running event held in Idaho Falls, ID. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Wild Child Fun Run?
Saturday, June 6, 2026 in Idaho Falls, ID at 2725 Carnival Way, Idaho Falls, ID. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Wild Child Fun Run?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Wild Child Fun Run

Jun 6, 2026

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