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May
23
Oct
4
Presented by Meijer
Open May 23 – Oct. 4, 2026
Level Up! Be a Pollinator Hero!
Bees, butterflies, beetles, and the rare Poweshiek Skipperling — nature’s building blocks — are on a mission to keep our ecosystems thriving. Explore larger-than-life animatronic pollinators and discover how the Zoo helps protect them through native gardens, honeybee hives, and conservation initiatives.
Powerful Pollinators is located outside, toward Wild Burger.
Aug
20
Aug
23
Presented by Meijer
Celebrate 40 years of this Milwaukee tradition as the Zoo comes alive with music, food, and fun! This four-day summer staple features national headliners, local and regional entertainment across six stages, more than 30 popular Milwaukee restaurants, and of course — animals! Don’t miss the extra-special fun that’s in store this year!
Aug
29
There’s more than meets the eye at the Milwaukee County Zoo, and for one day only, animal sponsors will get the chance to visit areas of the Zoo where guests are rarely allowed! As the Zoological Society’s way of saying thanks to the amazing people who support the Zoo’s animals, animal sponsors will get a behind-the-scenes look at the Zoo with guided tours led by knowledgeable Zoo Pride volunteers.
Learn more at zoosociety.org/events.
Sep
20
Are you ready to go biking by the bears, cruise past the camels, and wheel around the seals? Ride on the Wild Side is the one day a year you can ride your bicycle around Zoo grounds.
All participants will enjoy a long-sleeved event day T-shirt, a delicious breakfast and lunch, and a full day to explore the Zoo!
New this year: Make your ride even wilder by signing up to bike as part of an animal-themed team.
Get all the details at zoosociety.org/events.
Oct
8
Grab your buddies to enjoy a night of brews out at the Zoo. At Zoo Brew, the Zoological Society’s signature beer and food tasting event, guests will get the chance to sample offerings from a wide selection of local breweries and eateries across three different zones throughout the Zoo.
Get tickets and more details now at GoZooBrew.com!
Oct
16
Oct
17
Presented by Prairie Farms Dairy
New for 2026 — Daytime Saturdays!
Oct. 16-17 and Oct. 23-24
It’s Halloween time at the Zoo! Join us for Boo at the Zoo, now featuring a new daytime experience on Saturdays! Enjoy not-so-scary family-friendly activities including a trick-or-treat trail (all day!), pumpkin animal enrichment, dazzling light shows, live entertainment, pumpkin-carving demonstrations, and more. All ghosts and goblins (and their parents) are encouraged to come in costume.
Tickets on sale soon!
Oct
22
New for 2026 — a special 21+ evening!
Leave the little ghosts and goblins at home and experience Halloween at the Zoo after dark! Experience thrilling entertainment like fire performers, pumpkin artists, live music, and a mentalist. Other activities include adult trick-or-treating, a costume contest with special prizes, and animal talks. Choose from full menu offerings and seasonal treats and drinks too.
Tickets on sale soon!
Oct
23
Oct
24
Presented by Prairie Farms Dairy
New for 2026 — Daytime Saturdays!
Oct. 16-17 and Oct. 23-24
It’s Halloween time at the Zoo! Join us for Boo at the Zoo, now featuring a new daytime experience on Saturdays! Enjoy not-so-scary family-friendly activities including a trick-or-treat trail (all day!), pumpkin animal enrichment, dazzling light shows, live entertainment, pumpkin-carving demonstrations, and more. All ghosts and goblins (and their parents) are encouraged to come in costume.
Tickets on sale soon!