Sat., Dec. 26, 2026

Celebrate the magic of the season with Holly-Days at the Zoo! Join us during weekends in December for a jolly good time filled with holiday crafts, photo ops, special appearances, and so much more. 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:
  • 10:30 – 3:30 – Arts & crafts
  • 11:00 – Join Grammy-nominated children’s entertainer, author and educator, Culture Queen, for a fun and interactive Kwanzaa program
  • 1:00 – Storytime with Red Panda Mascot

Activities will be held at the Penguin Education Center

Culture Queen

Throughout the Zoo:
  • Photo ops with Holiday Characters
  • Train Rides
  • Carousel Rides
  • Winter Themed Education Stations
  • Keeper Chats
  • Penguin Feeding Narrations at 10:30am and 3:30pm
  • Animal Experiences or Ambassador

All activities are subject to change without notice.

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