Run (or Walk) Like a Cheetah – Laramie, WY 2026

Date
May 2, 2026
Location
Laramie, WY
Venue
Washington Park
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $40.00
Events
Run Like a Cheetah, Walk Like a Cheetah, Run/ Walk Like a Cheetah - Virtual Race
Includes
T-Shirt
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Run Like a Cheetah is a 5K running and walking event held in Laramie, Wyoming on May 2, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM at Washington Park. The race welcomes both runners and walkers, making it accessible to a range of fitness levels and experience. Entry fees range from $10 to $40 depending on registration timing or category. Laramie sits at 7,165 feet elevation, so athletes training at lower altitudes should account for the altitude when planning their preparation. Washington Park provides a central venue in the community. Whether you're a serious 5K competitor or prefer a recreational walk, this event offers a spring racing opportunity in southeast Wyoming.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for the Run (or Walk) Like a Cheetah 5K fundraiser and help protect cheetahs through supporting the Cheetah Conservation Fund! The 5K will take place May 2, 2026, at Washington Park in Laramie, WY. Can't attend? No problem—you can participate in the virtual race! All the proceeds from this fundraising event, hosted by University of Wyoming Communication and Journalism students, will support the work of protecting the remaining 7,000 cheetahs in the wild. Founded by Dr. Laurie Marker in 1990, the Cheetah Conservation Fund uses education and research to better understand cheetahs and combat threats causing population decline. A group of UW students will spend two weeks in May at its main research center in Namibia, Africa, to help Dr. Marker and her team as they rehabilitate, protect and study cheetahs to educate a global audience. Bring your friends or family members and run (or walk) like a cheetah! *If you're a student, use the coupon code STUDENT at checkout *If you're partic

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Run (or Walk) Like a Cheetah – Laramie, WY 2026?

Run (or Walk) Like a Cheetah – Laramie, WY 2026 takes place on May 2, 2026. The race is held in Laramie, Wyoming.

Where is Run (or Walk) Like a Cheetah – Laramie, WY 2026 held?

Run (or Walk) Like a Cheetah – Laramie, WY 2026 is held at Washington Park in Laramie, Wyoming.

Where can I find hotels near Run (or Walk) Like a Cheetah – Laramie, WY 2026?

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