Welcome to Denver Zoo
Buy Tickets Online Buy
  • Denver Zoo - VIP Tour
  • Denver Zoo Master's Degree Program
  • Denver Zoo Scout Programs
  • Denver Zoo Outreach Programs
  • Denver Zoo Zookeeper Experience
  • Denver Zoo Birthday Parties
Expand All
Collapse All

June 2013

Wednesday, June 19
9:00 am to 10:00 am

Ages 2-4

Early Explorer Expeditions offers authentic play-based experiences for young children and families to help forge connections with animals while exploring the natural world. Classes can be purchased individually or as a continuing series. You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Thursday, June 20
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

VIP Party starts at 6 p.m.

Adults 21+

Make plans to attend Denver Zoo’s most anticipated summer event, the 24th Annual Do At The Zoo, presented by Anadarko Petroleum Corporation. The evening is guaranteed to highlight the best local restaurants, beverages and music at one of Denver’s wildest venues.

$175 for general admission
$300 for VIP tickets - SOLD OUT

Friday, June 21
6:00 pm to 10:00 am

TOPIC: Pets
Scouts, join us for custom-designed overnights just for you! All the fun and adventure of other Bunk with the Beasts overnight adventures, plus activities, tours and crafts that meet badge or achievement requirements. These overnights are held on zoo grounds, with sleeping accommodations inside, at the Gates Education Center.

$52 per scout. 1 chaperone per every 10 children is FREE. Additional chaperones are $42 per person.

Saturday, June 22
5:30 pm to 10:00 am

Families with children ages 6+

Bunk with the Beasts is an overnight learning adventure at the Denver Zoo, designed to encourage bonding time, shared projects and special zoo experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime. Come experience the wonder!

$69 per person for members; $73 per person for non-members

Saturday, June 22
6:30 pm to 10:00 am

Ages 6 and up

Thinking about becoming a zookeeper or animal trainer? Get the inside scoop on what it’s like to work at the zoo! Learn about the daily tasks of keepers and trainers, try your hand at a few, and see if you’re really ready to join the crew at the zoo.

$49 per child. 1 chaperone per every 10 children is FREE.  Additional chaperones are $39.

Sunday, June 23
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Ages 2-4

Early Explorer Expeditions offers authentic play-based experiences for young children and families to help forge connections with animals while exploring the natural world. Classes can be purchased individually or as a continuing series. You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)

Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)

You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Tuesday, June 25
9:00 am to 10:00 am

Ages 2-4

Early Explorer Expeditions offers authentic play-based experiences for young children and families to help forge connections with animals while exploring the natural world. Classes can be purchased individually or as a continuing series. You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Saturday, June 29
9:00 am to 10:00 am

Ages 2-4

Early Explorer Expeditions offers authentic play-based experiences for young children and families to help forge connections with animals while exploring the natural world. Classes can be purchased individually or as a continuing series. You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)

Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)

You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Sunday, June 30
9:00 am to 10:00 am

Ages 2-8

Our new Family Explorer Expeditions are designed for families with children ages 8 and under. Please register all children (2-8) and adults attending the program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)

Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)

You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

July 2013

Friday, July 05
5:30 pm to 10:00 am

Families with children ages 6+

Bunk with the Beasts is an overnight learning adventure at the Denver Zoo, designed to encourage bonding time, shared projects and special zoo experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime. Come experience the wonder!

$69 per person for members; $73 per person for non-members

Wednesday, July 10
9:00 am to 10:00 am

Ages 2-4

Early Explorer Expeditions offers authentic play-based experiences for young children and families to help forge connections with animals while exploring the natural world. Classes can be purchased individually or as a continuing series. You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)

Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)

You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Thursday, July 11
6:30 pm to 10:00 am

Ages 6 and up

Bunk with the Beasts is an overnight learning adventure at the Denver Zoo, designed to encourage bonding time, shared projects and special zoo experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime. Come experience the wonder!

$49 per child. 1 chaperone per every 10 children is FREE.  Additional chaperones are $39.

Saturday, July 13
5:30 pm to 10:00 am

Families with children ages 6+

Bunk with the Beasts is an overnight learning adventure at the Denver Zoo, designed to encourage bonding time, shared projects and special zoo experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime. Come experience the wonder!

$69 per person for members; $73 per person for non-members

Saturday, July 13
6:00 pm to 10:00 am

TOPIC: 3 Cheers for Animals
Scouts, join us for custom-designed overnights just for you! All the fun and adventure of other Bunk with the Beasts overnight adventures, plus activities, tours and crafts that meet badge or achievement requirements. These overnights are held on zoo grounds, with sleeping accommodations inside, at the Gates Education Center.

$52 per scout. 1 chaperone per every 10 children is FREE. Additional chaperones are $42 per person.

Sunday, July 14
9:00 am to 10:00 am

Ages 2-8

Our new Family Explorer Expeditions are designed for families with children ages 8 and under. Please register all children (2-8) and adults attending the program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)

Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)

You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Sunday, July 14
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Ages 2-4

Early Explorer Expeditions offers authentic play-based experiences for young children and families to help forge connections with animals while exploring the natural world. Classes can be purchased individually or as a continuing series. You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)

Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)

You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Tuesday, July 16
9:00 am to 10:00 am

Ages 2-4

Early Explorer Expeditions offers authentic play-based experiences for young children and families to help forge connections with animals while exploring the natural world. Classes can be purchased individually or as a continuing series. You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)

Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)

You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Thursday, July 18
6:00 pm to 10:00 am

TOPIC: Animal Habitats

Scouts, join us for custom-designed overnights just for you! All the fun and adventure of other Bunk with the Beasts overnight adventures, plus activities, tours and crafts that meet badge or achievement requirements. These overnights are held on zoo grounds, with sleeping accommodations inside, at the Gates Education Center.

$52 per scout. 1 chaperone per every 10 children is FREE. Additional chaperones are $42 per person.

Saturday, July 20
9:00 am to 10:00 am

Ages 2-4

Early Explorer Expeditions offers authentic play-based experiences for young children and families to help forge connections with animals while exploring the natural world. Classes can be purchased individually or as a continuing series. You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)

Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)

You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Wednesday, July 24
9:00 am to 10:00 am

Ages 2-4

Early Explorer Expeditions offers authentic play-based experiences for young children and families to help forge connections with animals while exploring the natural world. Classes can be purchased individually or as a continuing series. You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)

Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)

You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Friday, July 26
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Adults 21+

Meet the best of Denver’s most eligible singles at Single’s Safari. This evening out at Denver Zoo is nothing like another night at the bar! Single Safari attracts some of the area’s most active, adventurous adults on the prowl for love.

$50 per person

Sunday, July 28
9:00 am to 10:00 am

Ages 2-8

Our new Family Explorer Expeditions are designed for families with children ages 8 and under. Please register all children (2-8) and adults attending the program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)

Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)

You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Sunday, July 28
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Ages 2-4

Early Explorer Expeditions offers authentic play-based experiences for young children and families to help forge connections with animals while exploring the natural world. Classes can be purchased individually or as a continuing series. You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

Members: $8.00 per participant (per class)

Non-members: $14.00 per participant (per class)

You will need to register both children and adult participants for each program.

August 2013

Friday, August 09
5:30 pm to 10:00 am

Families with children ages 6+

Bunk with the Beasts is an overnight learning adventure at the Denver Zoo, designed to encourage bonding time, shared projects and special zoo experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime. Come experience the wonder!

$69 per person for members; $73 per person for non-members

Friday, August 09
6:30 pm to 10:00 am

Ages 6 and up

Bunk with the Beasts is an overnight learning adventure at the Denver Zoo, designed to encourage bonding time, shared projects and special zoo experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime. Come experience the wonder!

$49 per child. 1 chaperone per every 10 children is FREE.  Additional chaperones are $39.

Saturday, August 10
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm

All Ages

Enjoy an ice cream treat while supporting Denver Zoo’s Red Apple Fund for Life-Long Learning. Free rides on the Conservation Carousel and Pioneer Train are just a few of the fun activities planned for this fun, family night out.

Non-members: $15 for adults; $10 for children ages 3–11
Members: $10 for adults; $5 for children ages 3–11

Children ages 2 and under are free.

 

Saturday, August 31
5:30 pm to 10:00 am

Families with children ages 6+

Bunk with the Beasts is an overnight learning adventure at the Denver Zoo, designed to encourage bonding time, shared projects and special zoo experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime. Come experience the wonder!

$69 per person for members; $73 per person for non-members

September 2013

Friday, September 06
5:30 pm to 10:00 am

Families with children ages 6+

Bunk with the Beasts is an overnight learning adventure at the Denver Zoo, designed to encourage bonding time, shared projects and special zoo experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime. Come experience the wonder!

$69 per person for members; $73 per person for non-members

Saturday, September 07
9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Presented By Your
Neighborhood Toyota Stores
Toyota

Adults Only

Visit Denver Zoo to test drive a Toyota and receive FREE admission for two adults! Or if you already have a membership, test drive a Toyota, and help raise money for Denver Zoo’s Red Apple Scholarship Fund. In addition, Denver Zoo will host fun educational activities for families waiting to test drive a vehicle.

Receive FREE admission for two adults!

Saturday, September 07
9:00 am to 4:30 pm

Mike's Camera

Adults

Enjoy complimentary loaner equipment from Mike’s Camera and test out the latest gear from your favorite manufacturers, including cameras and exotic telephoto lenses. Staff from Mike’s Camera will offer pointers and you can visit “Picture Points” throughout the zoo to attach your camera to zoom lenses for great close-ups.

Saturday, September 07
6:00 pm to 10:00 am

TOPIC: Pets

Scouts, join us for custom-designed overnights just for you! All the fun and adventure of other Bunk with the Beasts overnight adventures, plus activities, tours and crafts that meet badge or achievement requirements. These overnights are held on zoo grounds, with sleeping accommodations inside, at the Gates Education Center.

$52 per scout. 1 chaperone per every 10 children is FREE. Additional chaperones are $42 per person.

Friday, September 13
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Adults 21+

Join Denver Zoo for an adults-only, suds safari featuring Colorado’s finest breweries, complimentary appetizers, music and a commemorative mug at the 16th Annual Brew At The Zoo.

$75/general admission, $100/preview admission, $30/designated driver

Saturday, September 14
5:30 pm to 10:00 am

Families with children ages 6+

Bunk with the Beasts is an overnight learning adventure at the Denver Zoo, designed to encourage bonding time, shared projects and special zoo experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime. Come experience the wonder!

$69 per person for members; $73 per person for non-members

Saturday, September 14
6:00 pm to 10:00 am

TOPIC: Animal Habitats

Scouts, join us for custom-designed overnights just for you! All the fun and adventure of other Bunk with the Beasts overnight adventures, plus activities, tours and crafts that meet badge or achievement requirements. These overnights are held on zoo grounds, with sleeping accommodations inside, at the Gates Education Center.

$52 per scout. 1 chaperone per every 10 children is FREE. Additional chaperones are $42 per person.

Saturday, September 28
6:30 pm to 9:30 pm

All Ages

Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and their families are invited to spend an exclusive night exploring Denver Zoo after hours.

$15 per person
Groups registering 10 or more people receive $1 off each admission

October 2013

Friday, October 04
6:30 pm to 10:00 am

Ages 6 and up

Bunk with the Beasts is an overnight learning adventure at the Denver Zoo, designed to encourage bonding time, shared projects and special zoo experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime. Come experience the wonder!

$49 per child. 1 chaperone per every 10 children is FREE.  Additional chaperones are $39.

Saturday, October 05
6:00 pm to 10:00 am

TOPIC: Pets

Scouts, join us for custom-designed overnights just for you! All the fun and adventure of other Bunk with the Beasts overnight adventures, plus activities, tours and crafts that meet badge or achievement requirements. These overnights are held on zoo grounds, with sleeping accommodations inside, at the Gates Education Center.

$52 per scout. 1 chaperone per every 10 children is FREE. Additional chaperones are $42 per person.

Monday, October 14
9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Pre-K through 5th grade.
Pre-K children must be 4 years old.

Safari Mini-Camps at Denver Zoo are a great alternative to sitting at home during those days out of school. Children participate in zoo tours, lively games, creative activities and animal encounters.

Per day/per camper is $48 for Denver Zoo Members and $52 for Non-Members

Monday, October 28
9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Pre-K through 5th grade.
Pre-K children must be 4 years old.

Safari Mini-Camps at Denver Zoo are a great alternative to sitting at home during those days out of school. Children participate in zoo tours, lively games, creative activities and animal encounters.

Per day/per camper is $48 for Denver Zoo Members and $52 for Non-Members

November 2013

Monday, November 11
9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Pre-K through 5th grade.
Pre-K children must be 4 years old.

Safari Mini-Camps at Denver Zoo are a great alternative to sitting at home during those days out of school. Children participate in zoo tours, lively games, creative activities and animal encounters.

Per day/per camper is $48 for Denver Zoo Members and $52 for Non-Members

Wednesday, November 27
9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Pre-K through 5th grade.
Pre-K children must be 4 years old.

Safari Mini-Camps at Denver Zoo are a great alternative to sitting at home during those days out of school. Children participate in zoo tours, lively games, creative activities and animal encounters.

Per day/per camper is $48 for Denver Zoo Members and $52 for Non-Members

December 2013

Monday, December 30
9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Pre-K through 5th grade.
Pre-K children must be 4 years old.

Safari Mini-Camps at Denver Zoo are a great alternative to sitting at home during those days out of school. Children participate in zoo tours, lively games, creative activities and animal encounters.

Per day/per camper is $48 for Denver Zoo Members and $52 for Non-Members

January 2014

Thursday, January 02
9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Pre-K through 5th grade.
Pre-K children must be 4 years old.

Safari Mini-Camps at Denver Zoo are a great alternative to sitting at home during those days out of school. Children participate in zoo tours, lively games, creative activities and animal encounters.

Per day/per camper is $48 for Denver Zoo Members and $52 for Non-Members.

Friday, January 03
9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Pre-K through 5th grade. Pre-K children must be 4 years old.

Safari Mini-Camps at Denver Zoo are a great alternative to sitting at home during those days out of school. Children participate in zoo tours, lively games, creative activities and animal encounters.

Per day/per camper is $48 for Denver Zoo Members and $52 for Non-Members