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