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Earth Day Sports Zoos

Earth Day Run at the Brookfield Zoo in Brookfield

April 21 @ 8:00 am

Photo credit: iStock/AzmanJaka

Location

Brookfield Zoo

8400 W. 31st St.

Brookfield, IL 60513

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Description

Get outside and celebrate Earth Day with a 2.2 mile “fun run” through the twist and turns of Brookfield Zoo during their pre-park hours. Great for all ages. Advanced registration required.

Event cost: $30-$35/person (includes admission to zoo)

Event time: 8 a.m. April 21, 2024

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 708-688-8000

Website: https://www.brookfieldzoo.org/EarthDayRun

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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