
From the Organizer
Run with the Speed of a Jaguar
You’ll need to be at the top of your game to outrun this year’s Zoo Stampede animal representative — the Jaguar!
Known for their explosive bursts of speed, Jaguars can reach up to 50 mph, making them one of the most powerful predators in the Americas. As you race through the H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede course, imagine channeling the strength, agility, and speed of this incredible big cat.
Jaguars are the only living members of the Panthera genus native to the Americas and are the third-largest big cats in the world, behind only tigers and lions. Though often mistaken for Leopards, Jaguars have larger, more complex rosette-shaped spots that frequently feature a dot in the center.
Their range stretches from the Southwestern United States through Mexico and Central America, deep into the Amazon rainforest, and as far south as Paraguay and northern Argentina. Excellent swimmers and skilled ambush predators, Jaguars are powerful symbols of speed, stealth, and strength.
Whether you’re racing for a personal best or simply running for fun, channel your inner Jaguar speed and register today!
Registration is limited to 875 runners. Early registration guarantees your race spot, commemorative race t-shirt, and finisher medal.
Both the 5K and 10K are professionally timed and are USATF certified courses.
5K
https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=TX15062LAB
10K
https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=TX15063LAB
Events
Weather
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
69°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Waco Dam, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
141,925
as of 2023
Elevation
533 ft
Nearest Airport
ACT
Waco Regional Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
DAL
Dallas Love Field · 91 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
159
Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede
Nov 14, 2026