Celebrate the magic of the season with Holly-Days at the Zoo! In December, join us for an appearance from Mr. and Mrs. Claus who will host a special story time and be available for photos. Don’t miss out on the merry memories waiting to be made!

Holly-Days are free with Zoo admission or membership.

Purchase Zoo Admission

WHAT TO EXPECT:
  • 10:00 – 3:30 – Kids craft station: Christmas stockings
  • 12:00 – Story time with Mrs. Claus
  • 12:00 – 2:00 – Visits and photo ops with Santa

All activities will be held at the Meeting Barn in the Farmyard

Throughout the Zoo:
  • Photo opportunities
  • Giving Tree – pick an ornament off the tree and give a gift or donation to the Zoo in support of the animals and conservation education efforts
  • Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
  • Write letters to Santa and drop in North Pole Mailbox
  • Train rides
  • Carousel rides
  • Wildlife Quest VR featuring the film Elf Power ($)
  • Donate canned food items for charity
  • Winter-themed education stations
  • Keeper chats
  • Penguin feeding narrations at 10:30am and 3:30pm
  • Animal experiences/animal ambassador

All activities are subject to change without notice.

($) – Additional cost
Questions? Please reach out to our team by emailing tickets@marylandzoo.org.