Scout Programs

Updated for 2026!  Scouts will access fan-favorite activities, as well as updated experiences.

The Scout Night: Habitat Heroes zone is located in Wildlife Plaza.  Scout groups can drop in and out of the zone between 4:00 -6:00 p.m.  The program area is conveniently located next to the seasonal market, providing food stations, pumpkin carving artist, souvenirs, and a candy station.

Program questions? Email the Conservation Learning team at dzeducation@denverzoo.org

Compliance with the chaperone policy is required for program participation.  Every group visiting Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance must have at least one adult per 10 scouts, regardless of age.

Space in our scout programs is limited. Moving to another date is not guaranteed, contingent upon availability and may incur a nominal administrative fee.

Scout programs will occur rain or shine.  All sales are final unless DZCA has to cancel the program

For registration questions, please contact guestcare@denverzoo.org.

Program registration includes Zoo entry beginning at 2 p.m. Please arrive between 2–3 p.m. for additional Zoo exploration in advance of the program. Explore the Zoo on your own, check out the great apes habitats (or other favorite animals!) before you meet us in Primate Panorama Plaza at 3:30 p.m.

During this program, groups will rotate through learning stations, participate in games and activities to explore the care and nutrition of primates and other forest animals, meet some special Animal Ambassadors, and receive  a patch! Participants have first access to Zoo Lights beginning at 4:30 p.m.

Program will start promptly at 3:30 p.m. If you arrive at the Zoo after 3 p.m., please enter through the main exit and make your way directly to Primate Panorama.

Please note, animal visibility is often limited during evening programming. We recommend arriving early for animal viewing.

Compliance with the chaperone policy is required for program participation. Every group visiting Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance must have at least one adult per 10 scouts, regardless of age.

Space in our scout programs is limited. Moving to another date is not guaranteed, contingent upon availability and may incur a nominal administrative fee. 

Scout programs will occur rain or shine.  All sales are final unless DZCA has to cancel the program.   

​Scouts will engage in fun and learning in our Animal Academy building through science-based challenges, up-close animal ambassador encounters, and a themed craft before gaining early access to Glowing Wild to explore on their own!

Program registration includes Zoo entry beginning at 5:00 p.m. During this program, groups will rotate through learning stations, participate in games and, meet some special Animal Ambassadors, and earn a patch! Participants have first access to Glowing Wild beginning at 6:15 p.m. Come on your own or come with your whole scout group!

Compliance with the chaperone policy is required for program participation. Every group visiting Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance must have at least one adult per 10 scouts, regardless of age.

Space in our scout programs is limited. Moving to another date is not guaranteed, contingent upon availability and may incur a nominal administrative fee. 

Scout programs will occur rain or shine.  All sales are final unless DZCA has to cancel the program.