Glo Wild Mile

Glo Wild Mile

Experience the Fort Wayne Zoo like never before! 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.

Race Details:

• 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!
• 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. If you are a slower runner, register for the Yellow or Rainbow Wave.
• After all race waves conclude (around 8:30 PM), participants can revisit the course at their leisure and enjoy the stunning displays until 10:30 PM, free of charge.

Important Notes:

• Racers will receive a coupon on their race bib to use at any of the food or drink (non-alcoholic) vendors inside the Zoo. The Peacock Café, Ray’s Grill, Bamboo Snack Station and Asian cuisine offerings will be available.
• All participants need to have cleared the course by 8:30 PM for reopening.
• No On-Site Registration!
• 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 reenter the course for free after the race, friends and family can join them by purchasing separate entries.
• Proceeds benefit the Fort Wayne Zoo.