2026 Walk for the Wild 5k, The Houston Zoo

Every Step Saves Wildlife

Your support of this 5k fundraiser will help power the Houston Zoo’s wildlife-saving efforts. As you fundraise, you will earn milestone rewards and be eligible to win amazing prizes like special animal experiences!

5k and After Party

On the day of the 5k, you will walk the path through the Zoo and enjoy an After Party that includes a light breakfast, refreshments, and family-friendly activities including a DJ and face painting.

Early Bird Registration

Early bird registration opens Thursday, January 22! Sign up here for a reminder email.

$60/Adult

$40/Kids under 10

Free for Kids under 2

Walk for the Wild Highlight Reel

Sponsorship Opportunities

Asian Elephant - $50,000 (RESERVED)

Recognized as Presenting Sponsor with logo on all event materials*
Company representative can participate in Opening Ceremony
Company recognized by MC during Opening Ceremony
On-grounds activation at Walk for the Wild After Party**
(2) reserved tables of (10) at the Walk for the Wild After Party
Display company banner on Zoo grounds (during 5k)
25 complimentary race entries (includes t-shirts)
25% discount on additional race entries
Company name recognition on all event promotions through the Houston Zoo Social Media Channels (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter)
Company name recognition on (1) social media post thanking WFTW donors
Company logo included in event email communications
Company logo recognition on event webpage

Fair Market Value – $1,250

*Event Materials: Logo, Swag Bag, T-shirt, directional signage at event, maps of 5k route, Start/Finish line banner

**Reserved table for interaction with guests will be provided during After Party

Whooping Crane - $35,000

Company recognized by MC during Opening Ceremony
On-grounds activation at Walk for the Wild After Party*
(1) reserved table for (10) at the Walk for the Wild After Party
Display company banner on Zoo grounds (during 5k)
20 complimentary race entries (including t-shirts)
15% discount on additional race entries
Recognized as a sponsor and logo on event materials**
Company name recognition on (1) social media post thankingWFTW donors
Company logo included in event email communications
Company logo recognition on event webpage

Fair Market Value – $1,000

**Event Materials: T-shirt, directional signage at event, maps of 5k route, Start/Finish line banner

*Reserved table for interaction with guests will be provided during After Party

Attwater's Prairie Chicken - $20,000

Display company banner on Zoo grounds (during 5k)
15 complimentary race entries (including t-shirts)
10% discount on additional race entries
Recognized as a sponsor and logo on event materials*
Company name recognition on (1) social media post thanking WFTW donors
Company logo included in event email communications
Company logo recognition on event webpage

Fair Market Value – $750

*Event Materials: T-shirt, directional signage atevent, maps of 5k route, Start/Finish line banner

Sea Turtle - $10,000

10 complimentary race entries (including t-shirts)
5% discount on additional race entries
Recognized as a sponsor and logo on event materials*
Company name recognition on (1) social media post thanking WFTW donors
Company logo included in event email communications
Company logo recognition on event webpage

Fair Market Value – $500

*Event Materials: T-shirt, maps of 5k route, Start/Finish line banner

St. Vincent Amazon Parrot - $5,000

8 complimentary race entries (including t-shirts)
Recognized as a sponsor and logo on event materials*
Company name included in event email communications
Company logo recognition on event webpage

Fair Market Value – $400

*Event Materials: Maps of 5k route, Start/Finish line banner

Houston Toad - $3,000

6 complimentary race entries (including t-shirts)
Recognized as a sponsor and name on event materials*
Company logo recognition on event webpage

Fair Market Value – $300

*Event Materials: maps of 5k route

Want to sponsor Walk for the Wild? Reach out to us at development@houstonzoo.org.

2026 Walk for the Wild 5k

Sunday, April 12, 2026, 7:00-10:00 a.m.