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35th Annual Run for the Zoo

Welcome to the 35th Annual Run for the Zoo, presented by Waterstone Mortgage and organized by the New Mexico BioPark Society. We are thrilled to welcome you back to our in-person event after two long years! Your favorite distances have returned; from the Half Marathon to the 1 Mile Fun Run, we’ve got you covered. New this year, we’re adding a Virtual Marathon to the weekend’s activities!You’re invited to come have fun for a good cause as we raise valuable funds for your ABQ BioPark Zoo on Sunday, May 1, 2022!

– Taylor Pellegrini
Run for the Zoo Director

Events & Timeline

Registration Dates for 2022:
Feb 11: Early Registration (discounts applied)
March 7: Regular Registration
April 10: Late Registration
April 30: In-Person Registration at Packet Pick Up, if available
May 1: Race Day Registration, if available

*Adult BioPark members (13+) receive $3 discount on all events.
Cannot be used in combination with any other discount.

You are helping with animal care…

By registering for Run for the Zoo, you’re helping the ABQ BioPark staff care for the penguins and all the other animal residents at the Zoo. Funds raised help purchase enrichment items, vet care equipment, education outreach and so much more.

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Last checked on 2022-09-30

Waterstone Mortgage Run for the Zoo Race Description


We are looking forward to safely welcoming back participants on Sunday, May 1, 2022! 

In-person events include a Half Marathon, 10K, 5k Timed Run, 5K Fitness Run/Walk, and a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk that journeys into the back of the Zoo!
This year, we are also featuring a Virtual Full Marathon!

Organized by the New Mexico BioPark Society (NMBPS), this event was started in 1985. Since then, Run for the Zoo has become one of Albuquerque's most cherished events

Run for the Zoo is a fundraiser that directly contributes to NMBPS' mission of "Making the exceptional possible at the ABQ BioPark."

We hope you join us and thank you for your support.

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    Waterstone Mortgage Run for the Zoo Where & When

  • Location: Albuquerque, NM 87102
  • Race Date: 2022/05/01 07:00:00 AM (Sunday)
  • Categories:
    • Half Marathon
    • 10K Timed Adult
    • 10K Timed Youth
    • 5K Timed Adult
    • 5K Timed Youth
    • 5K Fitness Fun Run/Walk Adult
    • 5K Fitness Fun Run/Walk Youth
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Most Helpful Review

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 5.0/5

Thanks for the Opportunity

Had a Nice 5k walk up on Tramway walking path. Wore last years T-shirt and saw others doing it as well. Glad to Donate for the Animals and those Helping them. Keep taking Good care of Them! See You Next Year :)

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
Clint H. 2/2 found this review helpful.


5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 4.5/5

2020 Race Review

Review On:2020-05-16 13:00:02

Ms

I loved going on my own. Atmosphere different but nice. My first time and heat was tough but nice to get out.

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
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2/4 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 5.0/5

2020 Race Review

Review On:2020-05-18 15:47:48

Very Nice Day

Was going to do my 5K on Sunday, but was very windy. Got down to zoo about 6:30 a.m. Monday, May 18. Did a very close approximation of real course. About a minute faster than last year, which 1st in age group then. Hopefully same this year. 70-74.

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
Rod G. has attended 5+ times

2/2 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 4.5/5

2020 Race Review

Review On:2020-05-19 17:34:03

Special race for a special time

So glad I was able to participate in this special run. :-) I ran a familiar 10K route this morning before it got hot or windy. I look forward to participating in the future. Stay safe and healthy.

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
Mike M. has attended 2 times

2/2 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 5.0/5

2020 Race Review

Review On:2020-05-21 12:09:32

Anastasia

Perfect way to do this- perfect course, perfect day, with my dog, no other people in sight... would do it this way again!

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
Anastasia N. has attended 2 times

2/2 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 5.0/5

2020 Race Review

Review On:2020-05-24 09:51:52

Thanks for the Opportunity

Had a Nice 5k walk up on Tramway walking path. Wore last years T-shirt and saw others doing it as well. Glad to Donate for the Animals and those Helping them. Keep taking Good care of Them! See You Next Year :)

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
Clint H. has attended 2 times

2/2 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 5.0/5

2020 Race Review

Review On:2020-05-07 14:23:58

Run for the Zoo

Run for the Zoo, now virtually too!

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
Angel P. has attended 5+ times

1/16 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 4.5/5

Organization: 4.5/5

2020 Race Review

Review On:2020-05-18 21:08:51

Run for the Zoo STILL going strong

I'm so glad this was organized. I did the very first Run for the Zoo; and with the exception of some off years, I've done every year since. Great "virtual" event!

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
Kathryn C. has attended 5+ times

1/1 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 5.0/5

2020 Race Review

Review On:2020-05-24 09:47:10

race

glad we could do this this way to support the zoo in albuquerque

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
john s. has attended 2 times

1/1 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 4.5/5

Organization: 4.5/5

2021 Race Review

Review On:2021-05-03 18:17:10

None stay at home person

I’ve decided to do this challenge this year, and I enjoyed it.

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
Marlene H. has attended 1 times

1/1 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 5.0/5

2021 Race Review

Review On:2021-05-03 19:49:54

Virtual 5k complete!

Post COVID in Feb. it was a little more challenging this time and I did 5k instead of 10k. Still eeked out an avg 11:33 a mile total time 34 minutes 20 seconds!

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
Luciano V. has attended 2 times

1/1 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 5.0/5

2021 Race Review

Review On:2021-05-08 14:04:15

Has been fun for both 2020 and 2021

Probably the best of the virtuals I’ve done over the past year. About 10, and not just ones based I. ABQ. Most complete set of results and very easy to submit results. For 2020 did the actual course. This year just around my neighborhood.

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
Rod G. has attended 2 times

1/1 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 5.0/5

2021 Race Review

Review On:2021-05-09 22:05:39

Run for the Zoo 2021

I have participated in the Albuquerque Run for the Zoo the past two years (virtually). I would recommend keeping an on-line or virtual option available for people like me who hate to deal with crowds of people. I enjoyed the past two years as a participant. I probably will not participate if it is not available to do it on your own. I signed up for the full marathon. I am a walker and I logged 38.5 miles during the 8 days of the Run for the Zoo this year.

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
Jim E. has attended 2 times

1/1 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 5.0/5

2020 Race Review

Review On:2020-05-17 11:37:42

10K Virtual Run for the Zoo

Good race! The course I wanted, on the day I wanted to run, and perfect pre & post race accommodations. My pace appears to be off; is the race site going by 6.2 for the 10K or 6 miles?

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
BJ C. has attended 2 times

0/2 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 5.0/5

2021 Race Review

Review On:2021-05-02 12:40:37

Team CABQ Employees

Great Morning! It would be nice if the actual race could utilize some of these back trails in the shade from Tingley to Montano off the pavement. Maybe too much traffic would mess up the trail. Just a thought! A perfect morning to get out and move! Enjoyed it very much!

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DJ L. has attended 3 times

0/0 found this review helpful.

5.0/5

Course: 5.0/5

Organization: 4.0/5

2021 Race Review

Review On:2021-05-10 15:50:13

5k walk down Spain Blvd on Friday

3 of us walked Tramway to Wyoming for our 5k WALK FOR THE ZOO last Friday. Nice day overall, gentle downward slope. We'll do this walk again. Glad to help the ABQ BioPark/ Zoo by walking!

Run for the zoo 2022 albuquerque
N S. has attended 1 times

0/0 found this review helpful.

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