on Saturday, April 26, 2025 7 am - 12 pm Join us in celebrating 20 years of easing the financial burden for those undergoing breast cancer treatment in Southeast Michigan. Thank you for being part of our journey!
We will be welcoming our walkers, survivors, and sponsors; sharing stories of why it matters to be a part of our Foundation; and showcasing the importance of our mission.
We need walkers. We need volunteers. We need sponsors. We need donors. We need you!
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2025 Event Information
Registration is required.
Ticket pricing:
Adults (18+) $45 Child/Teen (6-17) $35 Little Ones (2-5) $20 Under 2 years Free
Virtual/Sleep Walker $35
This is for those who would like to support us but are unable to be there in person.
Order Your SOPF A Walk at the Zoo Apparel
Our Online Store has launched! A portion of each sale supports SOPF. Don't miss out!
Individual participants, teams, and community supporters can order apparel with our Zoo Walk logo, featuring our adorable sloth. Short and long sleeve shirts as well as crewneck and hoodie sweatshirts are available for purchase.
Visit Online Store for product information, color choices, and pricing. Store closes on Monday, April 7.
All orders are final. There are no returns or exchanges on custom decorated apparel.
*You can order apparel with your team name on the back, including youth sizes. **Team names will be printed in ALL CAPS.
All orders will be ready at Packet Pickup on Thursday, April 24 from 10 am until 5 pm at English Gardens.
For questions, please contact Nina Googasian, Executive Administrator, at (248) 729-3166 or email executiveadministrator@shadesofpinkfoundation.org.
Event Details
SOPF A Walk at the Zoo Entry Time: Enter the Zoo between 7-9 am and then enjoy the day on your schedule. Apparel: Online Store closes on Monday, April 7. Collectible Pin: Available for first 2,000 adult registrants who pick up their tickets at Packet Pickup or the Zoo.
Big Top Celebration: 7 am to Noon. Celebrate the mission of SOPF with fellow supporters as we enjoy entertainment, vendors (7-11 am), snacks, raffle baskets, kid's activities, and more. Recognition of sponsors, top fundraisers, and teams with highest number of participants.
The Walk Route: Want to get your steps in? There is a 1.7 mile recommended route through the Zoo for you to enjoy at your leisure. Already have your steps in? Stay at the Big Top and enjoy the festivities!
Early Packet Pickup - NEW LOCATION: Thursday, April 24, 2025, 10 am to 5 pm. Skip the lines the morning of the Walk and pick up your Zoo tickets early at English Gardens (4901 Coolidge Hwy, Royal Oak, MI 48073). Raffle baskets will be on display with ticket sales taking place.
Route Signs - If you are interested in purchasing a route sign for $100 in honor or in memory of an individual or team, please click on the REGISTER button above and choose the ticket option marked Order a Route Sign. We we will place it at the A Walk at the Zoo event area. Deadline to order is Thursday, April 17 at 5 pm.
Vendors: For inquiries, email Stasi Schlenker at sschlenker@motor.com.
Volunteers: Interested in volunteering at the event? Registration is required for most volunteer shifts. After you register, you will be directed to a volunteer interest form where you can choose your preferred shift. For questions, please email Naina Desai, volunteer coordinator, at nainadesai0@outlook.com.
Click here for 2025 SOPF A Walk at the Zoo Sponsorship Package. Mail-In Forms: 2025 SOPF A Walk at the Zoo Mail-In Registration Form 2025 SOPF A Walk at the Zoo Mail-In Donation Form 2025 SOPF A Walk at the Zoo Mail-In Route Sign Order Form 2025 SOPF A Walk at the Zoo Mail-In Sponsorship Form
Event Schedule at The Detroit Zoo
7:00 am: Gates Open & Big Top Activities Begin! Explore exciting activities in the Big Top: Vendors, Cappuccino Man, Mimosa/ Bloody Mary Bar, Raffle Baskets, Scavenger Hunt, Team Meeting Point, Shopping, Entertainment, and more!
7:00 - 8:30 am: Walk-Up Registration Available 8:00 am: Time to Turn Up the Music & More of the Program 9:00 am: All Walkers Must Enter Zoo by 9:00 AM. 9:00 am: Recognition of Sponsors and Presentation of Awards.
11:00 am: Raffle Ticket Winners Announced, Virtual Auction & Vendor Shops Close.
12:00 am: Big Top Closes.
Reminders
Early registration online: Ends at midnight on Friday, January 31. Regular registration online ends at 5 pm, Wednesday, April 23. Remember, all registration online will close at 5 pm on Wed, April 23. In-person Registration: You can register in person at Packet Pickup on Thursday, April 24 from 10 am to 5 pm at English Gardens (4901 Coolidge Hwy, Royal Oak, MI 48073) and the day of the Walk from 7-8:30 am.
Your ticket allows you to visit the Zoo for the whole day. Remember, you must enter by 9 am.
Thank you to our generous 2025 Walk Sponsors!
Pink
Rose
Blush
Carnation
Flamingo
Registered Participants and Teams
You can support a participant or a team by searching for the participant or team name below; or, you can make a general donation to A Walk at the Zoo.
Shades of Pink Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, EIN 20-3946913. All donations are tax deductible.