Jungle Jog 5K

Jungle Jog 5k

Jungle Jog is a community running event based in Seneca Park in Rochester, NY, that routes participants through Seneca Park Zoo. The event offers in-person and virtual options, a guided warm-up, an animal ambassador meet and greet, and a Kid's Fun Run for children 10 and younger. Participants receive a themed dry-wick t-shirt and may choose to add a race medal; the race bib also serves as a free day-pass for Seneca Park Zoo.

The event supports elephant conservation through fundraising for the International Elephant Foundation. The 2026 featured animal is the African elephant, and the organizer states a goal of reaching $100,000 in lifetime gifts to IEF. The race is presented as part of a broader series and includes post-race awards.

Practical information provided by the organizer: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

• Multiple distances available: 5K in-person, 5K virtual, a virtual 5 mile option, and a short kids fun run for ages 10 and under.
• Location: Seneca Park near Wegman Lodge and Trout Lake, 2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester NY 14621. Enter through the St. Paul Street entrance.
• Registration and logistics: early registration period April 20 through July 4; packet pickup dates are July 16 and July 18. Parking is available in Seneca Park but is limited.
• Race operations: the event is cupless; participants are encouraged to bring reusable bottles. Water refill stations are provided along the route and at the finish.

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