Cosley Zoo's 2022 Run For The Animals Set For June 4

WHEATON, IL — The Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals will be back in full swing on June 4, 2022, in downtown Wheaton. The Run for the Animals had limited registration in 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic, but will offer open registration for both virtual and in-person races this year.

"The Run for the Animals has been such an important part of the zoo's culture going back more than 40 years, and I could not be happier to see it return to its full glory. There is nothing like seeing thousands of people coming out to have a great time and support the zoo," Cosley Zoo Director Susan Wahlgren said in a news release.

The schedule for Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals is as follows:

• 7:30 a.m.: 5K and 10K races begin
• 8:45 a.m.: Children's half-mile run starts

The adult races will begin at the intersection of Seminary Avenue and Main Street and the finish line will be inside Memorial Park. After the races conclude, an awards ceremony and after-party with refreshments will be held at Memorial Park.

Fees for Run for the Animals participants are as follows:

• $35 per person through May 31 for in-person 5K and 10K races
• $40 per person on packet pickup day or June 4 for in-person 5K and 10K races
• $30 per person for the virtual race
• $15 per child through May 31 for children's half-mile race
• $20 per child on packet pickup day or June 4 for children's half-mile race

Packet pickup day is scheduled for June 2 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Wheaton Park District Community Center, 1777 S. Blanchard St.

Click the link for more information and to register for Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals.