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Zoo Zoom: ZOOmbie Run

Sat., Oct. 26, 2024

The undead are on the move at this year’s Zoo Zoom! Shuffle, sprint, or stagger your way through a 5k run (timed thanks to our friends at Blue Cheetah Timing) or 1-mile walk (not timed) alongside fellow zo(o)mbies. After the race, enjoy Halloween fun—your ticket also grants you entry to the ... Event Details

Holly-Days

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we’re getting holly jolly

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 ... Event Details

Zoo BOO!

Fri., Oct. 4 - Sun., Oct. 27, 2024

Celebrate the fall season with our annual Zoo BOO! festival! This year’s festivities will span several weekends throughout the month of October and will include:

Hay Maze presented by Stifel Hay Rides (Saturday & Sunday only) Stingy Jack’s Trail of Tales train ride Elephant ... Event Details

Basket Bingo

Fri., Nov. 15, 2024

Get ready to shout BINGO at our brand new Basket Bingo event here at the Maryland Zoo! With over 20 bingo baskets up for grabs, there are so many chances to win some of our amazing prizes. Baskets range from values of $50 to over $500! Tickets also include 2 free drinks. Get tickets now and get ... Event Details

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Zoo Experiences

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The Zoo offers a variety of different experiences daily to enhance your visit. Click below to see the full list of offerings.

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Penguin Feeding

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It’s time to munch at the Penguin Coast Exhibit and you’re invited. Watch our colony of African penguins get their fill of fish as a narrator shares information about these endangered birds. Each feeding lasts 15-30 minutes.

Penguin Feeding is proudly sponsored by:

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Zoo Zoom: ZOOmbie Run

Sat., Oct. 26, 2024

Holly-Days

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we’re getting holly jolly

Zoo BOO!

Fri., Oct. 4 - Sun., Oct. 27, 2024

Celebrate the fall season with our annual Zoo BOO! festival! This year’s festivities will span several weekends throughout the month of October and will include:

Hay Maze presented by Stifel Hay Rides (Saturday & Sunday only) Stingy Jack’s Trail of Tales train ride Elephant ... Event Details

Breakfast with Santa and Friends

Presented by Orrstown Bank

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Santa Claus is coming to town

Join us for yuletide cheer and celebration this holiday season! You’ll enjoy a breakfast or brunch buffet on the Zoo’s Mansion House Porch before settling in to create unique seasonal crafts. Then get ready to meet one of Santa’s feathered friends ... Event Details

Breakfast with the Animals

Presented by Constellation

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Breakfast At The Zoo

It’s our most popular series of events throughout the year! This VIP experience lets guests get up close and personal with their favorite animals and the keepers who care for them. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind al fresco dining experience next to Zoo animals, special keeper chats, ... Event Details

Zoo Snooze

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Overnights at the zoo

The Zoo is where the wild things snore! Join us for an educational night under the stars in Main Valley or inside the Penguin Education Center. You can spend the night and enjoy the unique sights and sounds of the Zoo at night!

Here’s what some Zoo Snooze ... Event Details

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Zoo Zoom: ZOOmbie Run

Sat., Oct. 26, 2024

Yoga At The Zoo

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MAKE YOUR NEXT PRACTICE WILD

Animals have been a core element of yoga poses for centuries. From downward dog to cow, to lizard, cat, and more, wildlife has a deep tie to this ancient practice. Now’s your chance to connect even closer to nature during Yoga at the Zoo. Whether you’re ... Event Details

Basket Bingo

Fri., Nov. 15, 2024

Adult Only Overnight

Sat., June 7 & Sat., Sept. 13 & Sat., June 6

Join other zoo-loving adults (21 and over) for an amazing night under the stars! You and your friends will sleep outside in the Zoo’s Main Valley and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo by night.

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Member: $135 per person Non-member: $145 per person

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Opossum Keeper Chat

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Learn all about our Virginia opossum ambassadors, Salmon & Moose! Join Embassy keepers on the second floor of the alpaca barn for a chat and Q&A session about these wonderfully charismatic marsupials.

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to animal care priorities, some scheduled ... Event Details

Story Time and Nature Play

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Let your little one’s imagination run wild during story time and nature play at the Zoo! Join us every Friday and Saturday from 11AM – 12PM in the Penguin Education Center or Naturalist Lodge (depending on weather) for this fun, educational hour.

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Education Stations

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Education stations can be found throughout the Zoo at various locations including Main Valley, the Naturalist Lodge, Penguin Education Center, Giraffe Feeding Station, and other pop-up tables. Join a Zoo educator or volunteer for fun educational activities about animals, nature, and conservation! ... Event Details

Elephant Keeper Chat

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Meet at the lower overlook platform for a daily keeper chat at the elephant habitat! You’ll learn all about the largest land animals in the world and have the chance to ask questions about our herd.

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African Journey Keeper Chat

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Meet at the lion habitat and learn all about the animals in African Journey that the keepers know better than anyone! Meet lioness Zuri and male Hassan, and ask their keepers all of your big cat questions before learning about giraffes, warthogs, cheetahs, and more.

*PLEASE ... Event Details

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Penguin Feeding

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Penguin Feeding is proudly sponsored by:

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Chimpanzee Keeper Chat

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Learn all about the 15 chimps who call the Zoo home. Join keepers for an interactive chat and afternoon animal enrichment at the chimpanzee habitat.

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to animal care priorities, some scheduled activities may be delayed or canceled without notice. All keeper ... Event Details

Maryland Wilderness Keeper Chat

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Your chance to learn more about North American river otters, bobcats, and other animals in the Maryland Wilderness portion of the Zoo! Keepers will meet guests in front of the bobcat habitat and share species-specific info.

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to animal care priorities, some ... Event Details

African Watering Hole Keeper Chat

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Get to know the rhinos, zebras, and ostriches who hang out by the watering hole! Join keepers at the rhino pavilion for an in-depth chat and Q&A session about our multi-species habitat.

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to animal care priorities, some scheduled activities may be delayed ... Event Details

Northern Passage Keeper Chat

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Meet at the grizzly bear viewing windows and hear directly from the keepers who care for the animals in the Northern Passage. Plus, get all of your questions answered during a special Q&A.

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to animal care priorities, some scheduled activities may be ... Event Details

Penguin Keeper Chat

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Get to know about life behind-the-scenes at the award-winning Penguin Coast habitat. Keepers will discuss these endangered birds and their care and answer all your African penguin questions.

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to animal care priorities, some scheduled activities may be delayed ... Event Details

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Animal Architects

Mon., Nov. 4, 2024

Celebrate the 10th Annual Maryland STEM festival with Animal Architects: Engineering for Wildlife, free with Zoo admission!

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Story Time and Nature Play

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Education Stations

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Zoo Snooze

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Overnights at the zoo

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Animal Architects

Mon., Nov. 4, 2024

Celebrate the 10th Annual Maryland STEM festival with Animal Architects: Engineering for Wildlife, free with Zoo admission!

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Opossum Keeper Chat

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Story Time and Nature Play

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Holly-Days

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we’re getting holly jolly

Zoo BOO!

Fri., Oct. 4 - Sun., Oct. 27, 2024

Celebrate the fall season with our annual Zoo BOO! festival! This year’s festivities will span several weekends throughout the month of October and will include:

Hay Maze presented by Stifel Hay Rides (Saturday & Sunday only) Stingy Jack’s Trail of Tales train ride Elephant ... Event Details

Education Stations

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Elephant Keeper Chat

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*PLEASE NOTE: Due to animal care priorities, some scheduled activities ... Event Details

African Journey Keeper Chat

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Penguin Feeding

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Penguin Feeding is proudly sponsored by:

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Chimpanzee Keeper Chat

Daily Event

Learn all about the 15 chimps who call the Zoo home. Join keepers for an interactive chat and afternoon animal enrichment at the chimpanzee habitat.

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to animal care priorities, some scheduled activities may be delayed or canceled without notice. All keeper ... Event Details

African Watering Hole Keeper Chat

Daily Event

Get to know the rhinos, zebras, and ostriches who hang out by the watering hole! Join keepers at the rhino pavilion for an in-depth chat and Q&A session about our multi-species habitat.

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to animal care priorities, some scheduled activities may be delayed ... Event Details

Northern Passage Keeper Chat

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Meet at the grizzly bear viewing windows and hear directly from the keepers who care for the animals in the Northern Passage. Plus, get all of your questions answered during a special Q&A.

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to animal care priorities, some scheduled activities may be ... Event Details

Penguin Keeper Chat

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Get to know about life behind-the-scenes at the award-winning Penguin Coast habitat. Keepers will discuss these endangered birds and their care and answer all your African penguin questions.

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to animal care priorities, some scheduled activities may be delayed ... Event Details

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Sat., Oct. 26, 2024

Zoo BOO!

Fri., Oct. 4 - Sun., Oct. 27, 2024

Celebrate the fall season with our annual Zoo BOO! festival! This year’s festivities will span several weekends throughout the month of October and will include:

Hay Maze presented by Stifel Hay Rides (Saturday & Sunday only) Stingy Jack’s Trail of Tales train ride Elephant ... Event Details

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Zoo Zoom: ZOOmbie Run

Holly-Days

we’re getting holly jolly

Zoo BOO!

Basket Bingo

Zoo Experiences

Penguin Feeding

Events for Kids

Zoo Zoom: ZOOmbie Run

Holly-Days

we’re getting holly jolly

Zoo BOO!

Breakfast with Santa and Friends

Presented by Orrstown Bank

Santa Claus is coming to town

Breakfast with the Animals

Presented by Constellation

Zoo Snooze

Overnights at the zoo

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Zoo Zoom: ZOOmbie Run

Yoga At The Zoo

MAKE YOUR NEXT PRACTICE WILD

Basket Bingo

Adult Only Overnight

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Opossum Keeper Chat

Story Time and Nature Play

Education Stations

Elephant Keeper Chat

African Journey Keeper Chat

Zoo Experiences

Penguin Feeding

Chimpanzee Keeper Chat

Maryland Wilderness Keeper Chat

African Watering Hole Keeper Chat

Northern Passage Keeper Chat

Penguin Keeper Chat

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Animal Architects

Story Time and Nature Play

Education Stations

Zoo Snooze

Overnights at the zoo

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Animal Architects

Opossum Keeper Chat

Story Time and Nature Play

Holly-Days

we’re getting holly jolly

Zoo BOO!

Education Stations

Elephant Keeper Chat

African Journey Keeper Chat

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African Watering Hole Keeper Chat

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