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H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede

Date
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Nov 14 Saturday, 2026
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When and where is H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede?

H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede is on Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Waco, Texas. The first event starts at 8:00 AM local time. Distances: Short, 5K, 10K and ultra. Current entry fees run $45 to $65 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Nov 14, 2026.

H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede race guide

The H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede is Cameron Park Zoo’s 1K, 5K and 10K in Waco on Saturday, November 14, 2026, with the jaguar as this year’s featured animal. It sold out in September for the third straight year; the 10K starts at 8:30 a.m. and the 5K at 8:45.

Date
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Venue
Cameron Park Zoo
10K start
8:30 a.m.
5K start
8:45 a.m.
2026 animal
Jaguar
Status
Sold out (875)

H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede FAQ

When and where is the Zoo Stampede?

Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Cameron Park Zoo, 1701 N. 4th St., Waco. The untimed 1K starts at 8 a.m., the chip-timed 10K at 8:30 and the 5K at 8:45; events wrap up by 11.

How much does the H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede cost?

Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: 10K $65; 5K $45.

Is the Zoo Stampede sold out?

Yes. Registration is capped at 875 runners and sold out in mid-September, the third year in a row. The 5K and 10K have waiting lists.

Where is packet pickup?

Friday, November 13, 4–7 p.m., and race morning from 6:30 a.m. The event pages disagree on which pickup is at the zoo entry and which at the Corwin, Estes & Jaynes Education Center, so check your confirmation email.

What do runners get?

A commemorative T-shirt and finisher medal. Awards go to the overall and masters (40+) men and women and the top three in each age group. A virtual cycling option (10, 25 or 50 miles) is also offered.

Can I get a refund?

No, refunds are not allowed for this race.

Race facts checked November 9, 2026 against Cameron Park Zoo: H-E-B Zoo Stampede and RunSignup: H-E-B Zoo Stampede. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.

Events & distances

EventDistanceStartEntry feeRegistration
1K1KNov 14, 2026, 8:00 AM—Opens Jun 4, 2026 · Closes Oct 20, 2026
Virtual Cycling Event - 10 Mile, 25 Mile, 50 MileUltraNov 14, 2026, 8:00 AM—Opens Jun 4, 2026 · Closes Oct 22, 2026
10K10KNov 14, 2026, 8:30 AM$65.00 until Nov 14, 2026Opens Jun 4, 2026 · Closes Nov 14, 2026
5K5KNov 14, 2026, 8:45 AM$45.00 until Nov 14, 2026Opens Jun 2, 2026 · Closes Nov 14, 2026

Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.

About H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede

The 2026 H-E-B Zoo Stampede is officially SOLD OUT!

For the third year in a row, our race fans have filled every spot in our annual fun run—but this year, they did it two months before race day! We sold out in mid-September, and we won’t even hit the starting line until November 14!

A huge THANK YOU to all of our returning runners who make the Zoo Stampede an annual tradition and to the many new runners joining the herd this year. We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!

Run with the Speed of a Jaguar

You’ll need to be at the top of your game to outrun this year’s Zoo Stampede animal representative — the Jaguar!

Known for their explosive bursts of speed, Jaguars can reach up to 50 mph, making them one of the most powerful predators in the Americas. As you race through the H-E-B Cameron Park Zoo Stampede course, imagine channeling the strength, agility, and speed of this incredible big cat.

Jaguars are the only living members of the Panthera genus native to the Americas and are the third-largest big cats in the world, behind only tigers and lions. Though often mistaken for Leopards, Jaguars have larger, more complex rosette-shaped spots that frequently feature a dot in the center.

Their range stretches from the Southwestern United States through Mexico and Central America, deep into the Amazon rainforest, and as far south as Paraguay and northern Argentina. Excellent swimmers and skilled ambush predators, Jaguars are powerful symbols of speed, stealth, and strength.

Whether you’re racing for a personal best or simply running for fun, channel your inner Jaguar speed and register today!

Registration is limited to 875 runners. Early registration guarantees your race spot, commemorative race t-shirt, and finisher medal.

Both the 5K and 10K are professionally timed by Profit Timing Services.

1K - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57788293?via=HAe43paIvvwuC4L2EJPS3Q

5K - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56956003?via=KwYF28fgql1QODWlaNQNDg


10K - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56992482

Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.

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