The Zoo will host the inaugural Halloween 5K on Saturday, October 25 at 8:30 a.m., inviting runners and walkers to come in costume and enjoy a one-of-a-kind race experience through the Zoo!

Race Day: October 25, 2025

Registration/Packet Pick-up: 7:00AM

5K Start Time: 8:30AM

1-mile walk Start Time: 9:00AM

Location: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

Registration Pricing

August 24 through October 23 - $30

October 24 through Race Day - $35

**Race Day Registration is Online Only!**

Spectator Information

Spectators wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo.

Zoo membership does not allow you free entry into the zoo.

Ticket prices are $21.50/adult (ages 12-61), $19.50/seniors (62+) and $17.50/junior (ages 2-11)

Spectators must purchase tickets on-line only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website.

Admissions will be there to scan the online ticket once purchased. The box office will not be open.

What You Get

Custom race t-shirt

Finisher medal for all

Post race refreshments

Admission to the zoo

*Sorry, dogs are not allowed at this race.