Events
From Boo at the Zoo to Cookies with Santa for families and kids of all ages, to Brew at the Zoo and Sippin’ Safari for adult guests, we’ve got something fun for everyone!
Experiences make your visit to Zoo Atlanta even more exciting. Take in a wildlife presentation, get up close with the animals, or spend the night at the Zoo! Explore all of our programs and activities.
Savanna Nights
July 18 & August 8July 18 & August 8
Savanna Nights at Zoo Atlanta is where the wild things are … just for adults!
City of Atlanta & Fulton County Family Days
August 9 and 10August 9 and 10
Zoo Atlanta will host City of Atlanta and Fulton County Family Days on Saturday, August 9 and Sunday, August 10, 2025.
Members Only Night: Summer
August 16August 16
Members Only Night returns in the summer! Free and exclusive to Zoo Atlanta Members.
Electronics recycling at Zoo Atlanta
August 16August 16
Save wildlife and wild places by recycling your old electronics AND save on admission!
Play the Animal Way
August 30August 30
Watch your favorite Zoo animals investigate the most colorful treats of the year, sniff out their favorite scents, and solve challenging puzzles.
U at the Zoo
September 14September 14
Experience a wild college night at “U” at the Zoo .
Sippin’ Safari
September 20September 20
Atlanta’s wildest wine cellar opens its doors again with the return of one of our favorite over-21 events!
Senior Day
September 30September 30
Join Zoo Atlanta in celebrating our community’s seniors with the second annual City of Atlanta/Fulton County Senior Day at Zoo Atlanta presented by Kaiser Permanente.
Educator Soiree
October 4, 2025October 4, 2025
This is a night of fun just for teachers to enjoy the Zoo after hours!
Family Pride Day
October 5October 5
Join us at Zoo Atlanta as we examine the different expressions of animal behavior and what that means for our understanding of nature.
Boo at the Zoo
October 18, 19, 25 & 26October 18, 19, 25 & 26
It’s that time of year when Atlanta’s favorite fun family Halloween festival returns!
IllumiNights at the Zoo
Select nights, Nov. 21 - Jan. 18Select nights, Nov. 21 - Jan. 18
This holiday season, Atlanta’s beloved festive event returns bigger and brighter than ever, transforming the Zoo into a dazzling nighttime wonderland!
Cookies with Santa
December 6 & 7December 6 & 7
Be here when Santa makes his first stop for the holidays at Zoo Atlanta!
Zoo Year’s Eve
December 31December 31
Ring in the new year with a roaring good time at Zoo Atlanta! Join us for a celebratory countdown at the top of each hour,…
Educator Appreciation Day
March 14, 2026March 14, 2026
Join Zoo Atlanta for the spring Educator Appreciation Day!
Beastly Feast Gala
May 2, 2026May 2, 2026
Zoo Atlanta’s annual fundraising gala. An elegant evening on the grounds of Zoo Atlanta to celebrate nature, conservation and wildlife.