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It’s that time again!! Please join us for our annual Members Zoo Preview & Activities, an exclusive members-only event before the Zoo opens to the public.
  • Free rides
  • Photo ops with the Zoo mascot, Niabi Bobbi
  • Gift shop open
  • More activities
SCHEDULE-Please note that Admin Gallery & Animal Encounters will be closed, and there will be no feedings or an egg hunt for this event. 
  • 9 a.m. The gates are open, and the buildings and petting zoo are open.
    • Children aged 2–8: Eggciting Obstacle Course- Starting at the Conservation Station across from the Carousel. They’ll follow a trail of carrots through fun spring-themed challenges like egg balancing, hopping like animals, crawling through a bunny burrow, and more, ending with a visit to our Conservation Educators and a special prize!
    • Children aged 9- 12: Spring Scavenger Hunt- Participants will follow the clues on the Spring Scavenger Hunt sheet (pick up at the table outside the gift shop) to guide them around the Zoo. Each clue or riddle will lead them to discover amazing animals and locations throughout the Zoo grounds and in animal buildings like Biodiversity Hall and the Reptile House. Once the sheet is filled out, participants will return to the table to pick up their prize!
  • 10:15 a.m. Train Rides open
  • 11 a.m. Gates Close
  • 11:45 a.m. Train Rides end & Buildings start to close
  • 12 p.m. (Noon) Event ends
This is a members-only Zoo preview and activities. Due to limited capacity, we ask that no additional children attend to ensure this is a high-quality event for our Members. Also, the Premium membership packages have a free guest option that is ONLY VALID during regular business hours.
Get your tickets today!