Mother’s Day Brunch

May 12

Thank you for a fantastic celebration at 2024’s Mother’s Day Brunch!

Looking for a unique Mother’s Day brunch?

Why choose something expected – gift Mom with a wildly one-of-a-kind experience, Mother’s Day Brunch in historic Savanna Hall!

Treat Mom to a sumptuous Mother’s Day brunch buffet in the elegant grand Michael & Thalia Carlos Ballroom in historic Savanna Hall, overlooking the African Savanna! With incredible views overlooking the African Savanna, your reserved table can be customized to fit your family for up to 10 people, or you can reserve a smaller intimate table for just you and Mom. Once you’ve brunched or before you’re brunching, enjoy same-day admission to the Zoo, included with your reservation. Be sure to wish a Happy Mother’s Day to our many Zoo Atlanta mothers, including Sumatran orangutan Madu, southern white rhino Kiazi, western lowland gorilla Shalia, binturong Bramble, and more. 

Reservations are required. No walk-up reservations will be available. All members of your party must have a ticket for entry. Refunds are not available.  

Registration includes:

  • Hearty brunch buffet catered by Proof of the Pudding, Zoo Atlanta’s award-winning and exclusive catering partner.
    • Various gluten-free and dairy-free options will be available to enjoy. The menu, when available, will be posted here. 
  • Selection of juices, coffee, and iced tea.  
    • Additional non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase (card only).  
  • For the 1 p.m. seating only: Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase (card only) 
  • Photo opportunities and keepsakes. 
  • Same-day admission to Zoo Atlanta. Plan your visit with Mom using our Create Your Itinerary tool.

Have questions about your reservation or Mother’s Day Brunch?  E-mail us at publicevents@zooatlanta.org

Mother's Day Brunch Menu

Stay tuned for next year's brunch menu!

FAQs

Animal Enrichment Extravaganza!

  • Pumpkin enrichment in various animal habitats!
  • Additional Animal Enrichment:
    • 9 a.m.:
      • Naked mole rat enrichment
      • Giraffe and zebra enrichment at Twiga Terrace
      • Lemur, Small African primates
      • Habitats throughout Scaly Slimy Spectacular: An Amphibian and Reptile Experience
    • 9:30 a.m.: Elephant enrichment
    • 9:45 a.m.:
      • Petting Zoo animals enrichment
      • Orangutan enrichment in Habitat 2
    • 10 a.m.:
      • Gorilla enrichment in Habitat 3
      • Clouded leopard enrichment
      • Binturong enrichment
      • Fossa enrichment
    • 10:15 a.m.: King vulture enrichment
    • 10:30 a.m.:
      • Patagonian Mara enrichment
      • Southern ground hornbill enrichment
    • 11:00 a.m.: Living Treehouse animals enrichment
    • 11:15 a.m.:
      • Komodo dragon enrichment
      • Lappet-faced vulture enrichment
    • 11:45 a.m.: Blue throated macaw enrichment
    • 1:45 p.m.: Giant otter enrichment
    • 2:15 p.m.: Sun bear enrichment
    • 3 p.m.: Meerkat enrichment
  • Pumpkin enrichment in various animal habitats!
  • 10 a.m.: Piccadilly Puppet Show
  • 2:30 p.m.: Mime, Magic and More

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