Events
From Boo at the Zoo, Art Gone Wild and Cookies with Santa for families and kids of all ages, to awareness-building events like Endangered Species Day, to Brew at the Zoo and Sippin’ Safari for guests 21 and up, we’ve got something fun for everyone!
Interested in having a sponsorship presence at one of our signature events? Zoo Atlanta offers a wide variety of day sponsorships which allow companies to reach consumers directly in a fun and uncluttered environment. These events include special animal demonstrations, storytellers, raffles, live music, discounted admission offers, and more. The events are tailored to meet the marketing objectives of our corporate partners and result in maximum exposure. Contact Morena Lamothe for more information.
National Zoo Keeper Week
July 16-22July 16-22
At Zoo Atlanta, the role of zookeeper is considered by many to be a dream job. It’s also a daily illustration of professionalism, commitment and…
Wild World Weekend
August 5-6August 5-6
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Explore around the world with Zoo Atlanta! Experience the dynamic cultures and rich biodiversity of Africa, Asia and the Pacific,…
World Elephant Day
August 12August 12
10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Join the herd to stand tall for Earth’s largest living mammals, and take a stand to protect elephants in the…
Members Only Night: Summer
August 12August 12
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. A special night at the Zoo just for Members! Enter the Zoo any time after 9:30 a.m. Special activities will begin…
Golden Frog Day
August 14August 14
Join us as we highlight a global day of awareness for one of Earth’s rarest and most beautiful amphibians: the Panamanian golden frog. Show your…
City of Atlanta and Fulton County Family Days
August 19-20August 19-20
Zoo Atlanta will host City of Atlanta and Fulton County Family Days on Saturday and Sunday, August 19 and 20, 2017. On these two dates,…
World Vulture Day
August 26August 26
Bring the family for an action-packed day devoted to some of Earth’s most crucial creatures! Why do vultures matter? Found on every continent except Antarctica…
Play the Animal Way
September 9September 9
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Entertain your inner wild thing in the wacky world of animal enrichment! Watch your favorite Zoo animals investigate the most…
Boy Scout Day
September 9September 9
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Throughout the year, Zoo Atlanta offers special daytime and nighttime activities for Boy Scouts. Complete badge requirements while learning about animals…
Red Panda Day
September 16September 16
Celebrate “the original panda” – and the one-and-only Idgie the red panda – on Saturday, September 16, 2017. Join us for a day packed with interactive…
Sippin’ Safari
September 23September 23
VIP early entry – 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. Main Event – 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Atlanta’s wildest wine cellar is back for another…
Boo at the Zoo
October 21, 22, 28, 29October 21, 22, 28, 29
9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. It’s that time of year when Atlanta’s favorite fun family Halloween festival returns! Sample treats throughout the Zoo, and enjoy the…
World Lemur Day
November 4November 4
Leap for the amazing primates of Madagascar with an activity-packed day highlighting lemurs! Stay tuned for more event details. Why should you care? Many lemur…
Zoo Partner Holiday Tree Trim
November 17-18November 17-18
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Deck the Zoo with boughs of holly during our first-ever Holiday Tree Trim! Purchase a Community or Corporate tree trim…
Cookies with Santa
December 2-3December 2-3
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Ford Conference Room, Conservation Action Resource Center (ARC) Be here when Santa makes his first stop– Zoo Atlanta! Bring the…
Jungle Bells Weekends
November 25 - December 24November 25 - December 24
Saturdays and Sundays 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. It’s a jolly time in the jungle! Enjoy fun for all ages including special entertainment, holiday treats…
Beastly Feast
May 5 2018May 5 2018
6:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. The event will begin at sunset with a stroll throughout the Zoo grounds as guests enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres…