A close-up of a wild cat’s face, partially hidden behind green pine branches, with one eye and its nose visible through the foliage.

TODAY AT THE ZOO

Early Childhood Programs

Zoomazium

9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Daily

With different play areas for children from birth to 8 is an indoor place to explore, play and have fun! What could be more fun than exploring a mountain cave, crossing a rope bridge in the tree canopy, discovering what lies beneath a savanna water hole or even climbing a 20-foot tree?! All this and more are awaiting discovery for young children interested in nature.

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Shake, Rattle and Roar

Zoomazium

10:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays

Toddlers and caregivers are invited to sing, dance, and play instruments to animal and nature-themed music in Zoomazium. Zoo-themed songs will be shared so that you can learn and sing at home. 

Toddler Program

Zoomazium

10:00 a.m. Fridays
10:15 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays

Join an educator for a program designed especially for our youngest guests! Programs vary, and you can expect a short interactive activity for toddlers and their caregivers. 

Look, Listen and Feel Storytime

Banda Hut in the African Village

10:15 a.m. Mondays

Join interactive story time near the African Savanna overlook. Designed for young guests, this season’s story will feature a favorite summer critter: butterflies! After the story, children’s imaginations can soar as they choose their wings and do a butterfly dance.