Glo Wild Mile
This event is SOLD OUT! Imagine running through a dazzling display of giant lanterns on a 1-mile course, lighting up your path in vibrant colors and shapes. This unique race promises a blend of competition and enchantment, perfect for all ages.
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Course
1-mile course around the zoo featuring beautiful, large lantern displays. It will not be dark at this time.
Timing
Not a timed race, but a race nonetheless! The Blue, Green, Orange, Red and Purple waves should be able to complete a mile in 10 minutes or less. The Yellow and Rainbow waves should be able to complete a mile in 20 minutes or less.
Medals
Placement-based medal per wave: Cheetah Medals for the first 10 racers, Gazelle Medals for the next 10 racers, etc.
Wave Information
All waves follow the same route; only the start times differ. Register for the Yellow or Rainbow Wave if you prefer more of a jogging pace. After all race waves conclude at 8:30 PM, participants can revisit the course at their leisure and enjoy the stunning displays until 10 PM, free of charge.
Important Notes:
Each racer will find a coupon on their race bib, redeemable for food or nonalcoholic drinks at any on-site vendor.
A Glo Wild Mile event shirt is able through registration for $10.
There will be no on-site registration; please register in advance.
For the safety of our animals, dogs and other pets are not permitted. Service animals must check in at Zoo guest services at least 1 hour prior to the race.
While participants can re-enter the course for free after the race, friends and family can join them by purchasing separate entries.
Proceeds benefit the Fort Wayne Zoo.