Unleash the beast and stick to those New Year's resolutions with a little help from your animal friends at Nashville Zoo. Our annual run/walk is a 5K route that will take you on an adventure through the park. Whether you sprint, gallop, waddle, or crawl, the Zoo Run Run is sure to bring our your inner animal!

All proceeds from the Zoo Run Run go to support animal care, education programs, conservation initiatives and park maintenance. Nashville Zoo is a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit organization.

 The Zoo Run Run is open to serious runners, serious Zoo-lovers, walkers, friends, families - everybody is welcome!

Reap Rewards for your Fundraising Efforts!

Raise funds for the Zoo beyond your registration fee and experience some once-in-a-lifetime animal adventures! Each tour includes a "meet & greet" with the keepers and the animals:

$100 - A Visit to our Commissary

$250 - A Visit to the Giant Anteater Breeding Facility

$500 - A Visit to the areas listed above plus your choice of either the Elephant Facility OR Giraffe Facility

$1,000+ - A Visit to all of these great places - Commissary, Giant Anteater, Elephant & Giraffe!

Tours are available to up to 4 people and children must be 3 years of age to attend. Tour dates and times are limited for the safety and exposure of the animal collection. All experiences are subject to the good mental and physical health of the animals involved.

Photos by Charlie Doggett and Zoo Staff