E3 Endurance 7.03 Super-Sprint Triathlon

Join us for the 2026 NC AAZK Zoo Dash 5K: Race to Protect the Wild on Saturday, May 30, with a 7:30 am start at Jaycee Park in Greensboro, NC.

This race is hosted by NC AAZK, the North Carolina Chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers. AAZK is a nonprofit volunteer organization made up of professional zookeepers and others dedicated to animal care, conservation, and education. This event supports conservation efforts locally and around the world.

Proceeds from the race benefit the following conservation organizations:

• Turtle Survival Alliance

• Anteaters and Highways

• Piedmont Land Conservancy

• NC AAZK

Course Description

The 5K course winds through Country Park in Greensboro and the Greensboro Science Center's zoo. The route is fully paved with rolling terrain and plenty of scenery along the way.

The start is located at the Jaycee Park parking lot, and the finish is located near the Rotary Club of Greensboro Carousel, making it easy for friends and family to cheer you on. Spectators will not be permitted on the course inside the GSC during the race, but are allowed in Country Park.

Please visit the City of Greensboro Jaycee Park website for directions. Parking will be at Jaycee Park (3899 Jaycee Park Dr, Greensboro, NC 27455). Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start time. Late arrivals will not be allowed to participate for the safety of the runners.

Restrictions

Race will take place rain or shine, and the registration fee is nonrefundable.

Walkers welcome! Participants must be able to complete the course within 90 minutes (~28 min/mile pace).

Strollers are allowed. Please be aware that some areas of the course may be narrow with uneven surfaces.

Only service animals are allowed at the GSC. Please leave all other animals at home!

Participant Information

This event is open to all ages and abilities. Runners and walkers are welcome. Participants must be able to complete the course within 90 minutes, which is when the course closes.

Adult price:

$40.00

Youth price (under 18):

$35.00

Online Registration Fee Includes:

Timing chip, a race t-shirt, and general admission pass to the Greensboro Science Center.

Race Time: 7:30 am to 9:00 am

6:30 am - Packet pick-up begins

7:30 am - Race begins

Awards will be given to the overall top three male and female finishers as well as the top three male and female finishers in each of the following age categories: 12 and under; 13-18; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60 and over.

Registration is limited to 500 participants.

On June 3rd, let’s inspire the runner in everyone.

The Big Run and Matt's Run to Fight Hunger have combined forces to make Global Running Day in the Triad the best ever! All proceeds from the race will go to Second Harvest Food Bank.

Come run with us on June 3, 2026! This is a free fun run. Yes, free. We do ask that each person make a donation to Second Harvest Food Bank in order to receive an event t-shirt. You may pick up your race shirt at Fleet Feet Greensboro on June 2nd from 4-6pm or on the day of the event, June 3rd, 2026 from 12-4pm at Fleet Feet Greensboro and at the race site from 5:30-6:15pm. The run will actually start and finish in the parking lot next to Mt. Pisgah Church at 2600 Pisgah Church Rd. To ensure you get a t-shirt, please register by May 18, 2026. You may register race day and pick up your shirt from 5:30-6:15pm at this location.

Why? Because RUNNING CHANGES EVERYTHING™.

Help Us Give Back: We want to support our local community and give back to the Second Harvest Food Bank. All proceeds from the event will go towards Second Harvest Food Bank and any additional donations would be appreciated. Each dollar collected for this event provides 6 meals from Second Harvest to those in need.

Stay inspired:

● Not sure where to start? Come see us so we can outfit you in the best gear, talk about your goals, and make sure you meet them. We're here to help.

● Search #thebigrun on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter to see how our epic coast-to-coast running community celebrated at The Big Run last year.

About Matt's Run to Fight Hunger: Matt’s Run to Fight Hunger originated to celebrate Matt Ketterman’s 23-year running streak of not missing a day. Yes, that is 8,700 days in a row. While Matt retired his streak due to surgery in 2015, his passion for feeding hungry families continues. Second Harvest Food Bank has been the recipient of thousands of meals due to the generosity of those of you in the running community!

About Fleet Feet: Committed to providing expert advice, data-driven insights, head-to-toe product solutions, and robust training programs, each Fleet Feet location serves runners based on the belief that RUNNING CHANGES EVERYTHING™. Learn more at fleetfeet.com

Get out your calendars and lace up your shoes! The 12th Fleet Feet Pickle is slated to take place on July 18, 2026. Grab your friends and fellow runners for this destination relay fun run between our Fleet Feet locations. Join us after for a fun gathering at our High Point store. This year, The Little Gherkin will be its own event in Burlington on Saturday, July 11, 2026.

The relay course takes runners along the Greenway from Greensboro to High Point in a 16.1 mile route. This will be a relay in which 3 hand off locations will be set. Teams can be comprised of 4 members, 2 members or 1 brave participant! There will be a shuttle back for solo runners. For The Little Gherkin, we will complete a 5K out and back route on the running/bike path along University Dr.

Pickle Run: For your $40 donation (per person) you will a get 1 pair of Tifosi Swank Sunglasses ($35 value) and a pair of custom pickle socks from Wrightsock ($18 value).

All proceeds from this fun run will go to the Go Far-Fleet Feet Lace Up Program. Funds from this program are used to provide children at schools throughout Greensboro/High Point/Burlington with new shoes in order to safely and comfortably participate in the Go Far 5K training program/race.

https://www.gofarclub.org/

Each team will be responsible for transportation of their team members. There will be places for cars to stop at each relay check point. Aid stations will be located at each relay handoff and at 3 additional spots. For any further questions, please contact John at [email protected].

The Pickle:

Start Location: Fleet Feet Greensboro--3731 Lawndale Dr Greensboro, NC 27455

Start Time: 7:00am

End Location: Fleet Feet High Point--2762 Highway 68, Unit 111 High Point, NC 27265

Packet Pick-up:

***Thursday July 16th at Fleet Feet High Point from 4-6pm

Friday, July 17th at Fleet Feet Greensboro from 4-6pm

Saturday, July 18th from 6:15-6:50 am at Fleet Feet Greensboro