3 walking events in Battle Creek, Michigan
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Battle Creek
3 events in Battle Creek-
Sun, May 17, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Lace up your sneakers and join us for the DENSO Jula Hustle 1K/5K – the most exciting 3.1 miles you'll ever run (or walk, skip, or dance through)!
🏃♂️ Whether you're a seasoned runner or just here for the snacks and vibes, this event is for YOU.
📅 Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026, 1K event at 9:00am, 5K event at 10:00am
📍 Location: DENSO Recreation Center
🏅 Finisher Medals | 📸 Photo Ops | 🎶 Music | 🍩 Post-Race Treats
Bring your family or bring a friend. Let's make memories and miles together!
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
About the Cheetah Chase 5K Event - June 27, 2026
Lace up your running or walking shoes for a 5K experience like no other! The Cheetah Chase 5K takes you on a dynamic course through the heart of Binder Park Zoo, featuring a mix of terrain—asphalt, brick, boardwalk, crushed rock, and grass—that keeps every step exciting. Wind through scenic Michigan woodlands, tackle a mix of hills, tight turns, and flat stretches, and take in stunning views of the African savanna, where giraffes, zebras, and antelope roam. More than just a race, your participation helps support wildlife conservation and the zoo’s mission to inspire a love for nature. Run wild for a great cause—sign up today! This event serves as a great platform for fundraising, playing a vital role in supporting Binder Park Zoo's impactful conservation message and initiatives.
Pre-Registration ONLY - Race Limited to 1,000 Participants
Complete a registration form to enter the Binder Park Zoo Cheetah Chase event of your choice.
Registration Dates & Fees
All participants in both 5K events will receive a free day-of-admission pass to the zoo and their first Bell's beer for free (21 and up only).
Special Pricing Dates: (for the Gazelle Gallop-5K Run and Sloth Walk-5K Walk)
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Early Bird Registration: Feb 7 - February 28 (11:59 pm) $50
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Pre Registration: March 1 - June 20 (11:59 pm) $60
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Late Registration: - June 21 - June 27 (Day of Race) $70
Registration Fees Include: Race Registration, performance race shirt, zoo pass for the day, and first Bell's beer free at the brew station for adults over 21 years of age (other option available for participants under 21).
Friday Early Packet Pickup
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Reduce your time in line with early packet pick-up.
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From 4pm to 6pm on Friday, June 26th, we will have early packet pick-up in the Cross Administration Building (Zoo Office).
- Participants may also register on Friday during packet pickup if space is available.
Saturday Event Times
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6:30 am - Gates Open
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6:45am to 7:45am - Packet Pickup.
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7:30am - Gates to zoo entrance closed to prep for race - be here before 7:30am to park in zoo lot.
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8:00am - Race Start for the Gazelle Gallop (5K Run), Sloth Walk (5K Walk). Post Race Cool Down After The Race.
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Last participant must cross the finish line by 9:30am.
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Bell's Beer Stations – open during Cheetah Chase and also on zoo grounds all day
Tee Shirts:
Please Note: To be guaranteed a race tee shirt, participants must register before Friday, June 19th.
Age Categories
14 years & younger, 15-19 years, 20-29 years, 30-39 years, 40-49 years, 50-59 years, 60-69 years, 70 years & older
Awards and Results
Prizes for the Gazelle Gallop and Sloth Walk will be awarded to: 1) Top Overall Male, 2) Top Overall Female, 3) Top Master Male & Female, 4) Top Three Males and Females per Age Category. Top overall male and female master excluded from age category awards. Results will be LIVE on RunSignUp and posted during the event On Site and later in the day at www.macssportstiming.com.
Event Timing
Gazelle Gallop and Sloth Walk timing provided by Mac's Sports Timing. LIVE RESULTS WILL BE AVAILABLE. Also results will be posted during the race. And Go to www.macssportstiming.com for final results.
Donations
Please go the extra mile and make a donation while registering to help support Binder Park Zoo cheetah conservation programs and our mission to Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature. Inspire them to conserve. (*Donations are not required, but greatly appreciated.)
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Fri, Aug 14, 2026 at 5:00 PMSee full details
About This Event
It’s time to Pedal, Pour, and Tour Binder Park Zoo!
Experience the zoo like never before with Tour de Zoo, a unique evening event where you can bike around the zoo at your own pace, sip some brews from New Belgium Brewing Company, savor delicious zoo bites, and even enjoy live entertainment from a favorite local band. This family-friendly event encourages guests to dress up and deck out their bikes for a chance to win a prize. Explore the zoo after hours on the same course as our Cheetah Chase event and enjoy an evening full of fun, adventure, and of course, supporting wildlife! This event serves as a great platform for fundraising, playing a vital role in supporting Binder Park Zoo's impactful conservation message and initiatives.
Pre-Registration ONLY
Complete your online registration to enter the Binder Park Zoo Tour de Zoo event.
Registration Fees
All registered participants of Tour de Zoo will receive Tour de Zoo swag, activity token, and their first New Belgium Brewing beer for free (21 and up only, valid ID required), non-alcoholic options available.
Pre-Registration: February 7 – August 8: $50
Late Registration: August 9 - August 14: $60
Please Note: Participants must bring their own bikes. Class 1 e-bikes that are pedal-assist are allowed. Bike wagons/trailers and training wheels are not allowed due to rough/changing terrain. Strider bikes are allowed, but please note the terrain can be challenging. Helmets are strongly encouraged and required for all youth participants.
Event Schedule
Registration/Check-in: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Pedal, Pour, and Tour: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (ride through the zoo as many times as you like, last entry to the zoo is 7:30 pm)
After Party at the Pavilions: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (games, raffles, prizes, and more!)
Course Details
This course features a variety of surfaces including asphalt, brick, boardwalk, crushed rock, and grass. You can expect a mix of uphills, downhills, tight turns, and flat stretches. Enjoy the native Michigan woodlands and a wide variety of zoo animals, with panoramic views of the African savannah showcasing giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and more. This is a truly unique biking experience in a stunning setting.
Raffles
Must be 18 years or older to buy or sell raffle tickets, however a minor may be named as the raffle winner if an adult has purchased the ticket.
Costume & Bike Decorating Contest
We invite all participants to unleash their creativity by dressing in costumes or decorating their bikes. Whether you come as your favorite animal or a zookeeper or create a wild and whimsical bike design, your imaginative flair will add to the fun and excitement of the evening. Don't miss this chance to pedal in style and celebrate the adventure with us! Participants interested in being a part of the costume or bike decorating contest will be entered to win a family four-pack admission to the zoo or a zoo membership.
Donations
Please consider going the extra mile and make a donation while registering to help support Binder Park Zoo conservation programs. (*Participation in fundraising is not required, but greatly appreciated.)
Join the Tour, where every sip and stride supports our precious wildlife!
Tour de Zoo is more than just a bike ride—it's an evening of excitement and exploration, that in turn helps support our mission to Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature, inspire them to conserve. Don't miss out on this exclusive evening at Binder Park Zoo!