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After a 6-year hiatus, the beloved Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s Cheetah Run 5K is BACK!

Get ready for a wild run you won’t forget! You’ll dash past cheetahs, lions, giraffes, bears, otters, zebras, and more as the race path winds right by their habitats—talk about the ultimate spectators!

Run or walk for a purpose during this unforgettable 3.1-mile adventure through the stunning Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden and surrounding Avondale neighborhood. Open to guests of all ages, this one-of-a-kind course showcases lush, world-class gardens and up-close views of animals you won’t find anywhere else in town.

With breathtaking views and plenty of space for fans to line the course, the Cheetah Run 5k is equal parts race, safari, and celebration!

Tickets

Race Registration

Sign-up by March 4, 2026 to guarantee your t-shirt size!

Spectator Tickets

These discounted tickets grant spectators admission into the Zoo after the race. These tickets DO NOT include race participation.

Race Admission Includes:

• Chip-timing
• Post-race refreshments and goodies
• Cheetah Run 5K t-shirt
• Zoo Day Admission
• Parking

Cub Run Admission Includes (ages 3 – 12):

• Post-race fun run in Euclid Parking Lot
• Cub Run completion ribbon
• Zoo Day Admission

*Those 3 and under do not need a Cub Run Admission ticket to participate!  

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