Empower Sports Thru to Zoo 5k and 1-mile
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH
- Distance
- 5K · 1 Mile
From the Organizer
Start times for the 5K and the 1 Mile races are at 8:30AM
5k Runner
$35.00
Run your way through the zoo on our FULL 5k course this year! Following the race, all runners are invited to join us for awards, food, and open bar in the Palava Hut. Registration also includes an event t-shirt and access to the zoo.
1-Mile Runner/Walker
$35.00
1-mile route available for attendees who aren't into running long distances! All the same benefits as the 5k ticket - food, beverages, shirt - but without the torturous run.
Supporter Registration
ALL supporters wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo, even if you are a zoo member.
Ticket prices are $20.50/adult (ages 12-61), $18.50/seniors (62+) and $16.50/junior (ages 2-11)
Supporters must purchase tickets on-line only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website (link below):
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Online Tickets
Admissions will be there to scan the online ticket once purchased. The box office will not be open.
*Sorry, dogs will not be allowed at this race.
Awards
Top 5 Overall M/F
Top 3 for Age Groups: 10 and under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland Burke Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cleveland, OH
Population
367,523
as of 2023
Elevation
626 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Empower Sports Thru to Zoo 5k and 1-mile
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Empower Sports Thru to Zoo 5k and 1-mile?
- Empower Sports Thru to Zoo 5k and 1-mile is a running race held in Cleveland, Ohio on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Empower Sports Thru to Zoo 5k and 1-mile?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio at 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Empower Sports Thru to Zoo 5k and 1-mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Empower Sports Thru to Zoo 5k and 1-mile
Sep 19, 2026