RING IN THE NEW YEAR – DURING THE DAY – AT ZOO YEAR’S EVE

Hourly Coca-Cola Zoo Year’s Eve Countdown, live entertainment, and more for the entire family 

WHAT:  Welcome 2026 with a day packed with fun and excitement for everyone at Zoo Year’s Eve on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Grand Pavilion at Zoo Atlanta.  

Coca-Cola Zoo Year’s Eve Countdown: Countdowns will run on the hour at Noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. – perfect for little partygoers who can’t say up until midnight;  

Dance party: DJ Matt and Clue Spotter the Otter will be waiting on the dance floor to welcome moves and grooves of all ages;  

Meet the Coca-Cola Polar Bear;  

Squeeze the Clown: Enjoy the talents of Squeeze the Clown at 11:15 a.m., 1:15 p.m., and 2:15 p.m.;  

Bounce house fun: Little ones can bounce away that holiday energy in the Honey Bee Toddler Playland Bounce House (ages 4 and under) and the Cotton Candy Dome Bounce House (ages 5 to 12 only);  

Bubbles Over Georgia: Pop into the New Year with a bubble station;  

New Year’s ResZOOlution Table: Write down goals and dreams for 2026;  

Crafts: Make festive crafts to commemorate your Zoo Year’s celebration;  

Airbrush tattoos and temporary tattoos: Express yourself for the New Year;  

New Year’s party favors: Take home festive party favors (while supplies last);  

Photo opportunities: Creative props create memories to cherish.   

Activities will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and are free with general admission; free for Zoo Atlanta Members and children under 3.  

View the full Zoo Year’s Eve activity schedule and plan your visit here at zooatlanta.org.  

WHEN:
Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.      

WHERE:   
Zoo Atlanta
800 Cherokee Avenue, S.E.
Atlanta, GA  30315