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.
Gorilla Egg Hunts and More!
April 20April 20
The humans get to hunt the eggs everywhere else — at Zoo Atlanta, the fun’s for the animals. Hop on down the bunny trail to…
An Evening with Rachel McRobb
April 23April 23
Photo by Edward Selfe 7 p.m. An Evening with Rachel McRobb Chief Executive Officer of Conservation South Luangwa Zoo Atlanta is proud to host Rachel…
Sold Out: Chelsea Clinton Reading and Book-signing Event
April 24April 24
4 p.m. This event is now sold out. Tickets are not available. Zoo Atlanta hosts New York Times #1 bestselling author Chelsea Clinton for a…
ZooPaws
April 27April 27
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Meet your new best friend … right outside the Zoo! Join Zoo Atlanta and the Atlanta Humane Society for our…
Zoo Plant Sale
April 27April 27
8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Glorify your grounds with an outstanding selection of plants selected by Zoo Atlanta horticulturists at the annual Zoo Plant Sale. …
STEM Day
May 3May 3
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Join us on Friday, May 3, to explore what makes Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) so important to Zoo…
Beastly Feast
May 4May 4
6:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. SAVE THE DATE Zoo Atlanta will host another wildly elegant Beastly Feast on May 4, 2019, at 6:30 p.m. This year’s…
World Migratory Bird Day
May 11May 11
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Birds rock! Join the flock! Fly on over to Zoo Atlanta for a fun-filled day celebrating migratory birds! Be like…
Scout Appreciation Day
May 11May 11
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Attention all Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts! Get in touch with your WILD side and join us on Migratory Bird Day on…
Sun Bear Day
May 16May 16
presented by Teddy Grahams 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join us for activities and fun as we shine a light on the world’s smallest bear:…
Endangered Species Day
May 17May 17
Did you know that Zoo Atlanta is home to some of the world’s rarest animals? More than 60 of the species in our care, from Sumatran…
Brew at the Zoo
May 25May 25
VIP early entry: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. | Main Event: 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Atlanta’s favorite Memorial Day weekend festival tradition returns for another…
Art Gone Wild
June 3-16June 3-16
Visiting the Zoo in June? You definitely don’t want to miss seeing artists live in action during Art Gone Wild! Meet the artists Each year…
Pollinator Day
June 22June 22
Join us for a day devoted to pollinators and the crucial role they play in our ecosystem. When we hear the word “pollen,” most of…
Wild World Weekend
July 27 and 28July 27 and 28
Explore the world with Zoo Atlanta during an exciting two-day cultural heritage festival. Experience the dynamic cultures and rich biodiversity that surrounds us. Travel from…
World Elephant Day
August 12August 12
Join the herd to stand tall for Earth’s largest living mammals, and take a stand to protect elephants in the wild, where the need for…
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. Why should…
Play the Animal Way
September 7September 7
You like to play? We do, too! Entertain your inner wild thing in the wacky world of animal enrichment! Watch your favorite Zoo residents investigate…
International Vulture Awareness Day
September 7September 7
Bring the family for an action-packed day devoted to some of Earth’s most crucial creatures! Nature’s Clean-Up Crew Found on every continent except Antarctica and…
Sippin’ Safari
September 21September 21
VIP Hour: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Main Event: 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Atlanta’s wildest wine cellar comes uncorked for another year at Sippin’…
World Gorilla Day
September 24September 24
Zoo Atlanta joins conservation stakeholders, zoos, wildlife organizations and individuals around the world in observing World Gorilla Day. Be part of this third-annual event highlighting…
Croctoberfest
October 5October 5
Join us for family activities highlighting some of Earth’s most fascinating reptiles. Why should you care? The crocodile species in Zoo Atlanta’s care, the critically…
International Sloth Day
October 20October 20
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. In the wild Sloths spend much of their lives hanging upside down in trees. As residents of South American tropical…
Boo at the Zoo
October 19, 20, 26, 27October 19, 20, 26, 27
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…
Jungle Bells
December 7December 7
Bring the whole family to be part of the third-annual lighting of the Zoo Atlanta holiday tree. Festive activities and entertainment to be announced Activities…
Cookies with Santa
December 7-8December 7-8
Ford Conference Room, Conservation Action Resource Center (ARC) Be here when Santa makes his first stop – Zoo Atlanta! Bring the little ones for a…