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Dreamnight at Denver Zoo
We invite you to join us for Dreamnight: a special admission-free evening event reserved for children with disabilities or special health care needs, and their families. Specially designed keeper talks, animal demonstrations and other activities are planned throughout the evening-with dedicated quiet spaces where guests are welcome to take a few quiet moments away from the excitement. More details below!
August 11 | 6:00 p.m. | All Ages Welcome | Free of Charge
This event will not require masks for staff or guests.
We will have golf carts to assist with transport through the Zoo, but we will NOT have ADA accessible carts this year.
[VIDEO-POPUP]DREAMNIGHT SERVICES
Complimentary sensory bags and cart transport will be available upon request for greater comfort and accessibility across our campus. You can request these at the Concierge Desk when you enter the Zoo. Should you need pickup and transport to different areas during the event, let an event ambassador know at a designated pickup location.
Click HereDREAMNIGHT SCHEDULE
Open 6:00-7:15 p.m.: Stingray Cove and Lorikeet Adventure
Open 6:00-8:30 p.m.: Carousel, 4D Theater and Nature Play in Giraffe Meadows, Be a Vet Helper at the Johnson Animal Hospital
NOTE: Train will be closed for construction
There will be interpreters in Toyota Elephant Passage, Elephant Parlor, Giraffe House, The Edge, Harmony Hill and Tropical Discovery (sloth tree and Komodo dragon room)
Click HereFOOD AND BEVERAGE
Restaurant locations will be offering a 10% discount.
Open 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.:
- Samburu Grill – Burgers, Salads, Chicken Strips
- Zoo Gardens – Tacos, Quesadillas, Chips and Dips
- Stringray Cove – Raspados, Pretzels, Snacks
- Kamala Cart – Pretzels, Popcorn, Snacks
ANIMAL EXPERIENCE SCHEDULE
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6:15 p.m.
African Penguin Animal CareSpecialist Talk
Wildlife Plaza Ambassador Demonstration
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6:30 p.m.
Predator Ridge Hyena Demonstration
Kudu Demonstration
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6:45 p.m.
Mandrill Animal Care Specialist Talk
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7:00 p.m.
African Penguin Animal CareSpecialist Talk
Wildlife Plaza Ambassador Demonstration
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7:15 p.m.
Primate Panorama Porcupine Barn Open House
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7:30 p.m.
Cape Buffalo Animal CareSpecialist Talk
Predator Ridge Lion Demonstration
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7:45 p.m.
Wildlife Plaza Ambassador Demonstration
This event will not require masks for staff or guests.
We will have golf carts to assist with transport through the zoo, but we will NOT have ADA accessible carts this year.
Questions? Please email guestcare@denverzoo.org and we’ll get back to you ASAP.
We look forward to making dreams come true for your family!
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