Name: 27th Annual Zoo Run
Start: 2026-04-11
End: 2026-04-11
Location: Fort Worth

About the Event

Support wildlife conservation at the beloved 27th Annual Zoo Run at the Fort Worth Zoo on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

This family-friendly Fort Worth tradition features a 5K (timed or untimed) and a 1K fun run along the Zoo's main paths and surrounding scenic neighborhoods.

Your registration directly funds the Zoo's vital local and international conservation and education efforts, and includes a ticket for Zoo entry valid through the end of the year.

Join hundreds of participants for a unique running experience that combines fitness, fun, and a profound commitment to protecting our planet's wildlife.

With team discounts, an aerobic warm-up, and a special animal outreach presentation, it's an engaging morning designed for participants of all ages and abilities.

Secure your early bird registration and guaranteed shirt size by picking up your packet ahead of race day for a seamless and memorable experience.

Lace up for a run where every stride helps ensure a future for endangered species and promotes a deeper connection with the natural world.

Mark your calendar for a roaring good time that champions both personal health and global biodiversity.

Races Offered

1K Fun Run (Public Team) Participant

Apr 11, 2026

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Distance — 1km

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$38.76

1K Fun Run Individual

Apr 11, 2026

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Distance — 1km

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$44.11

5K Timed (Public Team) Participant

Apr 11, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$41.96

5K Timed Individual

Apr 11, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$47.32

5K Untimed (Public Team) Participant

Apr 11, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$38.76

5K Untimed Individual

Apr 11, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$44.11

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Fort Worth.

thermostat Temperature

14.7° / 24.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

12.2° / 22.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 5m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

15.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

64.5%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:58

nightlight Sunset

19:59

About Fort Worth

Learn more about the host city, Fort Worth.

Fort Worth is a city in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. With a population of approximately 957,000, it is Texas' 5th largest city. It is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, which has a population exceeding 6 million. Sometimes referred to as Cowtown, it is by far closer to its cowboy roots than neighboring Dallas. This article also covers North Richland Hills, a neighboring community.