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September 20, 2026
A race for the conservation of endangered species
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Paris Zoo Run for Kids 🦏

  • 5 km walk : from 3 years old
  • T’Choupi run : from 3 to 5 years old
  • Crazy Run – 200 m per lap : for 6-8 year olds (30 mins)
  • 5 km race : from 9 years old
  • 10 km race : from 15 years old – (time trial and podium!)

Paris Zoo Run, a festive sporting event for International Rhinoceros Day

New edition of Paris Zoo Run

On the occasion of International Rhinoceros Day, the Parc Zoologique de Paris invites you to walk or run to save this endangered species

Enjoy a unique moment when the park wakes up (activities start at 8am)

Walk the alleys of the zoo before the site opens to the public and enjoy the animals’ exit in a privileged atmosphere!

In the afternoon, a life-size game and various educational activities will allow you to learn more about rhinos and their protection in the company of the zoo’s animators (activities included in the visit)

Practical information

  • We like: walking or running for rhinoceroses, in the Zoological Park before the opening to the public
  • Age : for all, from 3 years old
  • When: September 20, 2026
  • Opening hours : from 8:30 am to 11 am
  • Where : Parc Zoologique de Paris (Paris 12th)
  • Price : from 19€ (100% of the registration fee is donated to the conservation project of the white and black rhinoceros and other endangered species in Kenya)
  • Please note ⚠️: online reservation only (limited number of places)
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