Sunday, September 21, 2025

Registration is now closed! Everyone attending the event must be registered. There will be no registrations the morning of the event.

Access the Run Wild for Autism Race Website here.

Get Ready to Run Wild!!!

We’re so excited to see you at the 15th Annual Run Wild for Autism 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run & Walk on Sunday, September 21st at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore!

Here’s everything you need to know to have a smooth and fun race day:

📍 Event Location & Parking

Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
1 Safari Place, Baltimore, MD 21217

Parking is FREE for all participants. This is a sold-out event, so please plan your travel time accordingly.
Follow event signage to the main entrance

🎫 Packet Pickup

Race Day Pickup: If you have not picked up your packet yet, please plan to arrive early. Packet pickup begins at 7:00 AM at the Zoo’s main gate pavilion. This is a SOLD-OUT event and there will be crowds.

⏰ Race Day Schedule

7:00 AM — Pickup begins, music, entertainment, and bib customization
8:00 AM — ISI Elite Training fun warm up. Autumn DeCosmo national anthem.
8:30 AM — 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk start
(Please arrive on time—zoo security will not allow late entries)
Post race fun in the Water Fowl Pavillion. Be sure to visit all our amazing sponsors, grab a snack, play some games, and have fun.

💡 Helpful Info

Rain or shine event (check PFA social media for severe weather updates)
No day-of registration (we are SOLD OUT!) Everyone attending must already be registered for the event.
Accessibility: Please see the Maryland Zoo Accessibility page
Post-Race Snacks: Water, bagels, fruit, and more in the Waterfowl Pavilion
Activities: Animal ambassadors, children’s games, vendor tables, music, and awards for top 5K finishers
Zoo Admission: Registered participants with a bib get complimentary same-day admission at check-in. We cannot give zoo admissions to anyone that does not have their race bib.

📌 Please also review the Zoo’s visitor FAQs for do’s and don’ts before your visit.

💙 Keep Fundraising!

Fundraising stays open until October 15th—keep sharing your page to reach incentive levels and support families living with autism. If you have not yet done so, please share your fundraising page on social media and with friends and family.

Thank you for being part of this special day.
We can’t wait to Run Wild with you on Tomorrow! 🐾

—The Pathfinders for Autism Team