Wild Child Fun Run

Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 8:30 AM MDT

Location: Idaho Falls, ID; 2725 Carnival Way, 83402
Type: RUN

At a glance

Explore the Idaho Falls Zoo on foot in this family-friendly fun run, supporting a great cause and enjoying a unique course.

Fun
Scenic
Quirky
For a Cause

Great for

Family Friendly

The Wild Child Fun Run invites families to a unique fitness adventure at the Idaho Falls Zoo. Choose a 1.5K or 5K route through Tautphaus Park, culminating in a special quarter-mile course inside the zoo. This inclusive event prioritizes health, fitness, and family fun over speed, offering cheer stations, music, and snacks. It's a wonderful opportunity to explore the zoo in a new way while supporting its animals. All ages and abilities are welcome for a day of joyful movement and community spirit.

What to expect

Run 1.5K or 5K through Tautphaus Park, finishing with a unique quarter-mile course inside the Idaho Falls Zoo.
Enjoy a relaxed pace with cheer stations, music, and snacks along the route.
This inclusive event welcomes all ages and abilities, focusing on fun and fitness.

Standout details

Run inside the Idaho Falls Zoo
Support zoo animals
Family-friendly adventure
Cheer stations and music

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Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1.5 Miles
Sat, Jun 6, 8:30 AM MDT · From $27.50
Opens Feb 18, 2026, 4:57 AM MST · Closes Jun 6, 2026, 7:00 AM MDT
3.1 Miles
Sat, Jun 6, 8:30 AM MDT · From $27.50
Opens Feb 18, 2026, 4:57 AM MST · Closes Jun 6, 2026, 7:00 AM MDT
Kids Chaperone (No shirt, no finisher award)
Sat, Jun 6, 8:30 AM MDT · From $11.60
Opens Feb 18, 2026, 4:57 AM MST · Closes Jun 6, 2026, 7:00 AM MDT

+ 1 more option

Family Admission (2 Chaperones, up to 4 runners)
Sat, Jun 6, 8:30 AM MDT · From $59.30
Opens Feb 18, 2026, 4:57 AM MST · Closes Jun 6, 2026, 7:00 AM MDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Flat
Family-oriented

From the organizer

Get ready to go WILD at the Wild Child Fun Run at Idaho Falls Zoo! A run geared to the whole family with a 1.5 mile and 5k distances. Join us for the 2nd Annual Wild Child Fun Run!

Get ready for a family-friendly fitness adventure like no other! The Wild Child Fun Run is your chance to explore the zoo in a whole new way while supporting a great cause.

Date: June 6th, 2026 Start Time: 8:30 AM- Noon Location: Tautphaus Park & Idaho Falls Zoo Choose from a 1.5K or 5K run through beautiful Tautphaus Park, ending with a unique quarter-mile course inside the zoo! The route will feature fun cheer stations, music, and snacks to keep you energized along the way.

Not about speed, but about fun! Participants will receive a finish time, but this inclusive event is focused more on the finish and promoting health, fitness, and family fun.

All ages and abilities welcome!

We can’t wait to see you there! 🦁🐒🌳

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