Events

upcoming events

Apr
3
Reading with Amanda Panda
Join us for Reading with Amanda Panda, our Red Panda mascot, while we read animal books!
Apr
10
WotWS - Birds
Join us for an exciting Walk on the Wild Side adventure, where our experienced educators will lead a guided hike through Mill Mountain’s trails in search of native birds, discovering their unique adaptations, behaviors, and ecological roles before returning to the zoo to meet some of our bird ambassadors up close!
Apr
19
Chow Down with the Carnivores (BWTA 2025 Event)
Are you eager to sink your teeth into the thrilling world of carnivores? Look no further than Chow Down with the Carnivores!
Apr
26
Party for the Planet Eggstravaganza
Join us as we celebrate Easter and Earth Day with a fun-filled day of eco-friendly activities, egg-citing crafts, and more!
May
1
Reading with Amanda Panda
Join us for Reading with Amanda Panda, our Red Panda mascot, while we read animal books!
May
7
WotWS - Nocturnals
Join us for an exciting Walk on the Wild Side adventure, where our experienced educators will guide you through Mill Mountain’s trails in search of nocturnal mammals, insects, and other nighttime creatures, exploring their unique adaptations and behaviors before returning to the zoo to meet some of our nocturnal animal ambassadors up close!
May
17
Tasty Brunch with Turtles and Tortoises (BWTA 2025 Event)
Are you enchanted by the serene grace of our slow-moving reptilian friends? Join us for "Tasty Brunch with the Turtles and Tortoises"!
May
18
WotWS - Mammals
Join us for an exciting Walk on the Wild Side adventure, where our experienced educators will guide you through Mill Mountain’s trails in search of native mammals, exploring their unique adaptations, behaviors, and ecological roles before returning to the zoo to meet some of our mammal ambassadors up close!
Jun
5
Reading with Amanda Panda
Join us for Reading with Amanda Panda, our Red Panda mascot, while we read animal books!
Jun
5
WotWS - Plants and Pollinators
Join us for an exciting Walk on the Wild Side adventure, where our experienced educators will guide you through Mill Mountain’s trails to explore the vital relationship between plants and pollinators, discovering how bees, butterflies, birds, and even bats help ecosystems thrive before returning to the zoo to meet some of our pollinator-friendly animal ambassadors up close!

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