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Join us for our annual Jungle Jog 5k. This year we’re going virtual again, giving you more ways to participate. Whether you’re a hardcore runner, parent with a stroller or friends from work, get your crew and join the fun! You can run or walk your 5K any time between July 18-26th. We’ll have our popular photo contest with tons of great prizes. Your registration fees directly support the Zoo’s education and conservation programs at your Zoo and in our community. 

Cost:
$45 Registration fee; Official dri-tech shirt, bandana and bib and 5k survival kit.
$35 Registration fee; Official dri-tech shirt and bib; and 5k survival kit
$25 Registration fee; Official bandana and bib; and 5k survival kit

Registration: Registration opens May 1st. Register online before July 14th or in-person July 16/17th.

Don’t forget to pick up your race packets!

Touchless packet pick-up is offered at two locations:

Friday, July 16th at the Seneca Park Zoo parking lot from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. (2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester, NY 14621)

Saturday, July 17th at MedVed Running and Walking Outfitters parking lot from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (3400 Monroe Avenue, Rochester 14618)

Not sure where to run your 5k? Check out these great routes from our friends at Rochester Running Company.:

Trail route that circles Seneca Park Zoo

Road 5K through Seneca Park.

Route along the Genesee, over the footbridge, to Maplewood Park

Beautiful route along the Gorge Overlook trail

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