Upcoming Events

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!) sponsored by T-Fiber, 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.

Sponsored by Tri City National Bank & FOX6

Mark your calendar for the first Saturday in November for a special visit to the Zoo. All guests receive free admission! (Parking and regular attraction fees still apply). Take in the sights around the Zoo — check out the North American river otters or stop by Penguins of the Pacific to visit the Humboldt penguins.

Presented by We Energies Foundation
Nov. 20-28, Dec. 3-31; except closed Nov. 23-26, 29-30, Dec. 1-2, 7-8, 14-15, 24-25

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL THRU NOV. 8 

Wild Lights and frosty nights! Experience the magic of the Zoo after dark, walking through hundreds of thousands of sparkling lights throughout the forest and pathways. Enjoy an enchanted evening under the stars in an illuminated destination glowing with a variety of animal-themed light displays.

Presented by We Energies Foundation
Nov. 22, Dec. 6, 13

Special “Drive Thru” dates offer a different experience — to enjoy Wild Lights from the comfort of your car!

Sponsored by Tri City National Bank & FOX6

Take advantage of all the Zoo has to offer in the winter on this select Saturday when all guests receive free admission (parking and regular attraction fees still apply). Warm up in the indoor animal buildings, including the Aquatic & Reptile Center or Florence Mila Borchert Big Cat Country.

A special 21+ evening presented by Milwaukee Uncut

Leave the kids at home and enjoy an adult night out to experience the illuminated world of Wild Lights presented by We Energies Foundation! Enjoy entertainment presented by Herzing University, specialty food, adult beverages, and much more.

Presented by We Energies Foundation

Purchase a special ticket and bring your dog to Wild Lights! On this festive night, guests can bring their well-behaved dog to enjoy an enchanted evening under the stars, with pathways and forested areas specially adorned with twinkling lights and decorative animal displays.

Sponsored by Generac

It’s the season of giving, and the Zoo offers a week of free daytime admission to thank guests for their support. Visit the Zoo during “Frosty Free Week” to enjoy animals and nature. All guests receive free daytime admission December 26-30, 2026. (Regular parking and attraction rates apply. Regular admission rates apply to the Zoo’s Wild Lights night event.)

Presented by We Energies Foundation

Spend your New Year’s Eve under the stars with special ticket packages for Wild Lights. Zoo Year’s Eve is sure to become part of your festivities to ring in the new year for years to come!