International Migratory Bird Day celebrates spring, and with it the return of millions of migratory birds to their breeding areas! Nearly 350 species of migratory birds travel between nesting...
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Saturday, June 1, 2013 - 9:00am - 6:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Special Event
General Admission / Free with a "Be A Tourist" passport
Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 9:00am - 3:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Special Event
Race registration or general admission
It's time to get ready to race as the Wild 1-Mile returns to PPZ! The racing starts at 9:00am with a 100-yard dash for kids 5 and under and a 1-mile run through the...
Sunday, June 16, 2013 - 9:00am - 6:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Family Event
Free for Dads / General Admission
Want to make your dad feel extra special this Father’s Day? Bring him to Potter Park Zoo where dads receive free admission!
Monday, June 17, 2013 - 9:00am - 4:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Special Event
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Saturday, June 22, 2013 - 11:30am - 4:00pm
Potter Park
Special Event
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It's the 10th annual "Volks Folks at the Zoo" Charity Volkswagen Show and Swap Meet!
Registration: 11:30am to noon
Car Show: noon to 4:00pm
The car show will feature many...
Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 9:00am - 6:00pm
Throughout the zoo
Special Event
$1 with voucher*
Zoo Days are back at Potter Park Zoo! Admission is only $1 with a voucher*, and parking will be free.
Join this wonderful family-friendly event presented in part by Meijer! Play some...
Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 9:00am - 6:00pm
Throughout the zoo
Special Event
$1 with voucher*
Zoo Days are back at Potter Park Zoo! Admission is only $1 with a voucher*, and parking will be free.
Join
this wonderful family-friendly event presented in part by Meijer! Play
some...
Saturday, July 27, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Animal Enrichment
General Admission
How do the animals keep their cool during the long, hot days of summer? With special treats, of course! From fish-popsicles for the otters to watermelon for meerkats, you’ll get to see the animals...
Wednesday, August 14, 2013 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Throughout the zoo
Special Event
Free for members*
A fun-filled evening in honor of our wonderful Zoo Society members with food, animal encounters and games for the kids. Activities will occur throughout the zoo; something for everyone!
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Saturday, August 17, 2013 - 6:30pm - Sunday, August 18, 2013 - 10:00am
Potter Park Zoo
Special Event
$20 for members; $25 for non-members
Spend a night at the zoo and see what the wildlife is like after-hours! This is a special Sundown Safari open to smaller groups, but it includes everything our normal Safari includes. ...
Sunday, September 29, 2013 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Animal Enrichment
General Admission / 50% discount with valid college student ID
Join in an exciting enrichment day at PPZ! The animals will be celebrating the long-standing rivalry between Michigan State University and the University of Michigan.
Guests are...
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 - 9:00am - 6:00pm
Throughout the zoo
Special Event
More information coming soon
Saturday, October 19, 2013 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Family Event
General Admission
Little ghouls and boys will enjoy an afternoon of spooktacular fun. There will be tons of activities for everyone to enjoy, including:
- Crafts for kids
- Straw maze
- Live...
Sunday, October 20, 2013 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Family Event
General Admission
Little ghouls and boys will enjoy an afternoon of spooktacular fun. There will be tons of activities for everyone to enjoy, including:
- Crafts for kids
- Straw maze
- Live...
Saturday, October 26, 2013 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Family Event
General Admission
Little ghouls and boys will enjoy an afternoon of spooktacular fun. There will be tons of activities for everyone to enjoy, including:
- Crafts for kids
- Straw maze
- Live...
Sunday, October 27, 2013 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Family Event
General Admission
Little ghouls and boys will enjoy an afternoon of spooktacular fun. There will be tons of activities for everyone to enjoy, including:
- Crafts for kids
- Straw maze
- Live...
Sunday, November 3, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Animal Enrichment
General Admission
Join in the fun as PPZ's animals feast on Halloween leftovers!
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Friday, November 29, 2013 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Special Event
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Thousands of lights create extraordinary animal exhibits and holiday displays at the 21st annual Wonderland of Lights! Enjoy strolling carolers, musical performances and more.
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Saturday, December 7, 2013 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Special Event
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It's our annual Toys drive, and this year we're stuffing a truck courtesy of Two Men and a Truck! On December 7th, each person who brings in a new, unwrapped toy will be admitted to Wonderland of...
Saturday, December 14, 2013 - 8:30am - 9:30am
Potter Park Zoo
Special Event
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Don't miss this special family holiday experience, breakfast with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus. After breakfast, guests are invited by the Docents to a special hands-on presentation with the education...
Saturday, December 14, 2013 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Potter Park Zoo
Special Event
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Don't miss this special family holiday experience, breakfast with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus. After breakfast, guests are invited by the Docents to a special hands-on presentation with the education...
Sunday, December 29, 2013 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Potter Park Zoo
Special Event
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If you haven’t had a chance to check out the zoo’s amazing holiday light display, don’t forget to stop by tonight for the last night – or you might just be stuck waiting for next year!
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