Spring into Spring with Events for 2014

At The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, we spring into Spring on Saturday, March 1 when we resume seven-day-a-week operations. There are a variety of events planned for the year, so start planning your visits to The Maryland Zoo. Most events are free with paid Zoo admission (or FREE if you are a Zoo member) unless noted by the ($) symbol. For tickets and event ...

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Maryland Zoo Announces 2023 Event Schedule

-- Popular events and festivals offer something for kids and adults -- BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Zoo has announced its major event schedule for 2023. Guests of all ages can experience animals, learn about conservation, or just have a great time in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.  In-person events for kids and adults include: Galentines - ...

Maryland Zoo in Baltimore Announces 2024 Events

Visitors can enjoy breakfast with the elephants, Valentines events, summer camps for kids & adults, a Solstice Stroll, Brew at the Zoo, and OktoBEARfest BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Zoo has announced a fun-packed schedule of events with something for everyone in 2024. Guests of all ages can experience animals, learn about conservation, or just have ...

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Storytime Meets Teatime at Maryland Zoo’s New Family Event Series

March 27, 2023 (BALTIMORE, MD) –  The Maryland Zoo today announced an enchanting new storytime event for families called Fairy Tails in the Farmyard.  Children can sip iced tea and lemonade as they meet the Zoo’s Farmyard animals (such as goats, alpacas, and more) while classic fictional characters come to life. There will be two storytime readings ...

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Maryland Zoo in Baltimore Reflects on FY2021

BALTIMORE –The Zoo is celebrating the end of Fiscal Year 2021, a year of many successes within the larger confines of the COVID-19 pandemic.  “Despite the many adverse impacts caused by COVID-19, The Maryland Zoo fared better than we expected during the fiscal year,” stated J. Kirby Fowler, Jr., president and CEO of The Maryland Zoo.  “While it is ...

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Maryland Zoo Announces Autumn Events

Break out of the ordinary with amazing fun in a one-of-a-kind location. BALTIMORE, MD –  With cooler weather on the way, the Maryland Zoo is heating up with a fun fall roster of events. The schedule includes old favorites like Trucks for Tots, Zoo BOO!, OktoBEARfest, and the rescheduled Wine in the Wilderness - and new events like Girls’ Night In, ...

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Groups & Parties

No matter the event you have in mind, we want to make your event one to remember. Home to more than 1,500 animals from 200 different species and situated in the urban oasis of Druid Hill Park, the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore offers the perfect backdrop for your special event. Explore the diverse array of locations and stunning habitats across our campus ...

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Get Ready For the Wildest Valentine’s Day Event of the Season!

BALTIMORE, MD – Do you know how to woo a rhino? Are your courting attempts as attractive as an elephant’s? Spice up your Valentine’s Day by learning from the Casanovas of the animal kingdom at Sex at the Zoo on Saturday, February 16, 2019. Whether you’re single or have a mate, you can improve your moves with tips from the animals at The Maryland ...

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Maryland Zoo and Weis Markets Present Zoo Lights!

BALTIMORE, MD – This year The Maryland Zoo will light up the town with a colorful evening display of holiday Zoo Lights from Friday, November 20, 2020, through Sunday, January 3, 2021. This seven-week event will bring twinkling lights and holiday flare in the shape of many of your favorite zoo animals to the Zoo. More than 50 light displays with 100,000 ...

Weekend Lineup: 3 Free Family-Friendly Events at the Zoo

Mild September weather, amazing animals, and three family-friendly events … that’s what’s on tap for this weekend at the Maryland Zoo. All three events are FREE with Zoo admission or membership. This Saturday, the Baltimore Gamer Orchestra is back with their Musical Petting Zoo for the second year. Not to be confused with an animal petting zoo, ...

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Events for kids, events for adults, events for everyone. Whether you like learning, exercising, exploring, or beer festivals, there's something for everyone to do at the Zoo.

Maryland Zoo Announces September and October Event Schedule

BALTIMORE, MD – Start the school year rolling with these events at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore! Start fast and strong with “Jungle Jack Hanna”, and learn a little bit about your new friends while celebrating African Penguin and Primate Awareness day! September 7 │ 7:00 PM │ Goucher College – Kraushaar Auditorium The Maryland Zoo in ...