Zoom Through the Zoo 5K 2026 — Greenville, SC

Date
November 14, 2026
Location
Greenville, SC
Venue
150 Cleveland Park Drive
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $45.00
Events
Zoom Through the Zoo 5K, Zoom Through the Zoo Kids Fun Run
Includes
Race T-Shirt in unisex and youth Sizes | Extra T-Shirt
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Zoom Through the Zoo 5K takes place at Cleveland Park in Greenville, South Carolina, though the actual event distance is 1 mile rather than a full 5K. The race starts at 8:00 AM on November 14, 2026, making it an accessible option for runners of all levels looking for a shorter event. Entry fees range from $15 to $45 depending on registration timing and options. The 1-mile format works well for those training for longer races who want a low-key workout, younger runners, or athletes returning from injury. Cleveland Park provides the venue for this community running event in Greenville.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for Greenville’s only 5K with a loop through the Greenville Zoo! Zoom Through the Zoo is a fundraiser for the Greenville Zoo, presented by the Greenville Zoo Foundation and is a Greenville Track Club Corporate Shield event. Our race also includes a Kids Fun Run! RACE INFORMATION DATE: November 14, 2026 TIME: 8:00 AM - Kids Fun Run | 8:15 AM - 5K PACKET PICKUP Dates/Times: Thursday, November 12 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Fleet Feet Sports in Greenville Friday, November 13 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Fleet Feet Sports in Greenville Friday, November 13 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Fleet Feet Sports in Greenville Race Day, November 14 from 7:00 - 8:00 AM at Cleveland Park FAQ’s Strollers and walkers are welcome. Pets are not permitted. Parents are welcome to run with their kids in the Fun Run. The Fun Run is through the Zoo and is 0.8 mile long. 5K participants receive a t-shirt (unisex and youth sizes). Kids Fun Run participants can purchase a t-shirt for an extra $5. All participants receive one free guest pass to the Greenville Zoo! Following the race, enjoy music, snacks, and an awards presentation in Cleveland Park. Awards include yearly memberships to the Greenville Zoo! The hilly 5K Course guides you through Cleveland Park, ending with a loop in the Greenville Zoo. Thank you for your interest in Zoom Through the Zoo. Special thanks to our sponsors who help make this event possible! Greenville Track Club CPM Federal Credit Union Rocky Creek Dental Fleet Feet Greenville iHeart Media

Zoom Through the Zoo 5K 2026 — Greenville, SC

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Zoom Through the Zoo 5K 2026 — Greenville, SC?

Zoom Through the Zoo 5K 2026 — Greenville, SC takes place on November 14, 2026. The race is held in Greenville, South Carolina.

Where is Zoom Through the Zoo 5K 2026 — Greenville, SC held?

Zoom Through the Zoo 5K 2026 — Greenville, SC is held at 150 Cleveland Park Drive in Greenville, South Carolina.

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