November 12, 2022
2-Mile Race & Fun Run
Every Participant Receives A Medal!
Run like a cheetah to our 17th annual Zoo Run 2-Mile Race and ½ Mile Kids’ Fun Run presented by Ochsner! At the run, enjoy the scenery as you scamper, trot or gallop your way through BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo. All proceeds from the race support your Baton Rouge Zoo and international cheetah conservation efforts. Again this year, all participants earn a medal! After the race, participants are invited to join us for food, refreshments, and an award ceremony.
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Online Registration is NOW OPEN. Click here to register today!
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Online Registration closes on Wednesday, 11/9 at 11:59pm.
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Come to Varsity Sports on Friday, 11/11 anytime from 11am-5pm to register on site.
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Come to the Zoo Saturday, 11/12 anytime from 6:30am-7:30am to register on site.
Race Day
Race day registration will be located at the front entrance of the Zoo. Located just 15 minutes from downtown Baton Rouge, take Exit 8A off of I-110 North and turn right onto Highway 19. Continue to the second stop light and turn right onto Thomas Road. The Zoo entrance is one mile on the left.
On-Site Registration Begins 6:30am
Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run Begins 7:30am
2 Mile Race Begins 8:15am
Chip Timing
Only 2-Mile runners will be timed. Your RFID timing chip will be attached to your race bib.
Race T-Shirts
Only participants who are pre-registered by October 25th are guaranteed a Zoo Run t-shirt on Race Day.
Entry Fees*
2 Mile Race
Adult/Youth Registration (Ages 11 and up)
- Pre-registration (by Nov 11): $35
- Race Day Registration: $40
1/2 Mile Fun Run
Child Registration (ages 10 and under)
- Pre-registration: $20
- Race Day Registration: $25
PLEASE NOTE: Whatever race you are registered for is the only race you will be timed in and eligible for awards.
Make Checks Payable To:
Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation, 3601 Thomas Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70807
Awards
Overall awards to first male and female; masters and grand masters; and age group awards are as follows:
- 0 – 10 Male and Female
- 11 – 19 Male and Female
- 20 – 29 Male and Female
- 30 – 39 Male and Female
- 40 – 49 Male and Female
- 50 – 59 Male and Female
- 60 – 69 Male and Female
- 70 – 79 Male and Female
- 80+ Male and Female
Early packet pick up will be on Friday, November 11th from 11am – 5pm at Varsity Sports at 2055 Perkins Rd. Baton Rouge