New Jersey · 3 Miles
Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle
Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle is a 3 Miles event held in West Orange, New Jersey. It was last held on October 18, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- West Orange, NJ
Race details
- Last held
- October 18, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- West Orange, New Jersey
- Distances
- 3 Miles
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
- Start time
- 8:30 AM EDT
About the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle
Join the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo and Fleet Feet Montclair for a wild morning of miles and fun! 📅 Sunday, October 18 ⏰ 8:30 AM 📍 Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Get ready to waddle, run, or walk your way through a 3.5-mile course (or take the 2ish mile Safari Shortcut) before crossing the finish line inside the Zoo for a one-of-a-kind celebration! 🎟️ Post-run Essex County Turtle Back Zoo admission is included with registration. Stick around after the run to explore and …
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Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle: common questions
- When is the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle held?
- In West Orange, New Jersey.
- What distances does the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle offer?
- 3 Miles.
- How do I register for the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $45 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
- What time does the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Penguin Waddle start?
- 8:30 AM EDT.
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