Where the Wild Things Run 2026

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WHO: Runners, walkers, wildlife enthusiasts, families, and nature lovers of all kinds - this is your race. Whether you’re chasing a personal record or simply want to make a difference, the Where the Wild Things Run 5K welcomes everyone to support the lifesaving work of the South Florida Wildlife Center.

WHAT: This is more than just a race - it’s a professionally timed 5K where your miles matter. Push your pace, compete for your best time, or enjoy a relaxed walk knowing every step supports wildlife in need.

Choose your cause and run with purpose by joining one of our spirited teams:

Run for All the Wild Things – for those who love it all Hoot and Holler Team – representing our incredible ambassador birds Play Dead Legends Team – for our resilient mammal ambassadors Rattler and Rollers Team – celebrating our amazing reptile ambassadors After you cross the finish line, stick around for a one-of-a-kind experience - meet our wildlife animal ambassadors up close and connect with the very animals your run is helping to protect.

WHERE : Set on the scenic campus of Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, this course offers a beautiful South Florida backdrop - perfect for runners aiming for a strong finish and nature lovers soaking in the surroundings.

WHEN: Saturday, November 7th at 8:30AM

WHY: Because every stride saves lives.

Each year, the South Florida Wildlife Center admits over 8,000 animals - from injured birds of prey to orphaned mammals and native reptiles - all in urgent need of care. These animals arrive sick, injured, or alone… and this is where their second chance begins.

Your race registration directly supports:

Emergency rescue and critical medical treatment Rehabilitation and release back into the wild Care for our education ambassadors who inspire thousands each year Quite simply: you run, they recover.

Make it count. Make it meaningful. Make it wild. Lace up, hit your pace, and be part of something bigger - because we can’t do this without you.