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Miller Park Zoo Stampede

Miller Park Zoo Stampede is a running race on March 6, 2027 in Bloomington, IL, with entry fees from $15 to $35.

Date
March 6, 2027 (127 days to go)
Price
$15–$35
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Run Wild with the Stampede to support a great cause!

This 5K run, 3K walk, and Fun Run (¼ mile for children 10 and under) is held in historic Miller Park, the surrounding neighborhood and Miller Park Zoo. 

USATF Certified Course!

Children's Fun Run begins at 9:30 am. Following the race, participants will head to the 2nd story of the pavilion for an after party, including a fun animal encounter, participation awards, snacks and beverages.

5K & 3K begin at 10:00 am. Refreshments and award ceremony will be held on the main floor of the pavilion after the race.  Awards will be presented to 5K participants as follows: Top 1 M/F Overall, and the Top 3 M/F in each age group 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.

Bib and shirt pickup is Friday 3/5 from 4:00-6:00 pm at the Miller Park Pavilion or race day starting at 8:00 am at the pavilion. Participants of all events will receive a bib. 

Events

Kids 1/4 Mile Fun Run$15
5K$35
3K Walk (Not Timed)$35

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

44°

Typical Low

26°

Chance of Rain

29%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Bloomington 5w, 5 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:22 AMSunset 5:52 PMDaylight 11h 31m

About Bloomington, IL

Population

78,703

as of 2023

City Elevation

842 ft

Nearest Airport

BMI

Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal · 2 mi

Major Hub

MDW

Chicago Midway International Airport · 109 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.

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Race
Miller Park Zoo Stampede
Date
March 6, 2027

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Miller Park Zoo Stampede?
Miller Park Zoo Stampede is a running race held in Bloomington, Illinois on March 6, 2027. 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 Miller Park Zoo Stampede?
Saturday, March 6, 2027 in Bloomington, Illinois at Miller Park Pavilion. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Miller Park Zoo Stampede?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Miller Park Zoo Stampede

Mar 6, 2027

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