Johns Hopkins Below the Belt: Stride and Thrive 5K

Event Information

Date: June 1, 2025

Location: Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Place, Baltimore, MD 21217, US

Schedule of Events:

• 7:00 AM - Race Day Check-in/packet pick-up opens
• 7:30 AM - All onsite activities and Event Village tents open
• 8:00 AM - On-stage Program begins
• 8:30 AM - 5K Run/1 Mile Walk starts
• 9:30 AM - Meet Animal Ambassador 1
• 10:00 AM - Meet Animal Ambassador 2
• 10:00 AM - Post race ceremony begins
• 11:00 PM - Onsite activities, vendor tents close, event ends

Courses Available:

• 5K Run - Distance: 3.1 Miles, Prices: $35.00 - $40.00 - $50.00
• 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk - Distance: 1 Miles, Prices: $35.00 - $40.00 - $50.00
• Virtual 5K with T-shirt - Distance: 3.1 Miles, Prices: $25.00 - $35.00
• Free Virtual 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk (No T-shirt) - Distance: 3.1 Miles, Prices: $0.00

Registration Benefits:

• Race t-shirt (unless you are a free virtual participant)
• Single entry into the Maryland Zoo
• Access to the event village, which will include a variety of vendor tents and activities
• Post-race beverages and snacks

Parking:

Free parking is available onsite.

Strollers and Pets:

While our 5K and 1-Mile course are both stroller-friendly, strollers should stay towards the back of the start line. Pets are not allowed onsite for the safety of zoo animals.