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Upcoming Events

May
May 25 through Sep 2

Splash into this hands-on exhibit featuring non-aggressive sting rays and sharks! ($2.50 per person)

June
Jun 1 & 2
Scouting the Zoo

The Milwaukee County Council of Boy Scouts share their resourceful skills with visitors.

Jun 16
Father's Day

Now it’s Dad’s turn to enjoy the Zoo for free! All fathers are admitted free to celebrate the day!

Jun 26 & Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Sunset Zoofari

Enjoy warm summer evenings of hot bands on the Zoo’s Flamingo Patio from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

August
Aug 15 through Aug 18
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel a la Carte

Our “Feast with the Beasts” showcases the city’s finest restaurants and the hottest local bands.

Aug 30
Senior Celebration

Guests 55+ are admitted free and can join in free health and wellness activities and entertainment.

September
Sep 7 & 8
Family Farm Weekend

Enjoy a bushel full of fun--a children’s tractor-pull, cooking demos and down-home musical fare.

Sep 14
Elephant Appreciation Day

See the HUGE role these mammals play in our natural world, through activities, games and fun.

October
Oct 18 & 19
Boo at the Zoo

Wind your way through a haystack maze, ride the “Raven’s Rail” train and create spooky crafts! 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Oct 19
Wolf Awareness Day

Take part in wild wolf fun--see our pack eat, join the Howling Contest and look at wolf “toys.”

Oct 25 & 26
Halloween Trick-or-Treat Spooktacular

Halloween fun includes a costume parade, musical light show and trick-or-treating in the Zoo!
Oct. 25, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Oct. 26, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

November
Nov 2

On these special days, all visitors receive free Zoo admission; the parking fee remains in effect.

December
Dec 7

On these special days, all visitors receive free Zoo admission; the parking fee remains in effect.

Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22
Breakfast & Lunch with Santa

Enjoy a special meal with Santa, musical fun and a special holiday gift. Call for reservations.