River Cleanup at Potter Park Zoo

Join us for an exciting and impactful event at Potter Park Zoo, September 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.! We’re calling all nature enthusiasts, conservationists, and animal lovers to participate in a river cleanup along the Lansing River Trail in front of the park. This is your opportunity to make a difference in our […]

World Rhino Day Celebration

What: World Rhino Day Celebration When: Sunday, Sept. 22, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Price: Included with admission Get ready to stand tall for rhinos at Potter Park Zoo's World Rhino Day celebration! Included in your regular admission, join us for a day dedicated to raising awareness and celebrating these magnificent […]

Ingham County Free Day 2024

Calling all Ingham County & Lansing City Residents! Join us for a day of FREE adventure at Potter Park Zoo Oct. 5, 2024! Zoo Hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Please note that parking fees still apply. To claim your FREE admission, bring your ID to verify Ingham County residency when purchasing tickets at the […]

College Day 2024 – All College Students Enter FREE!

What: College Day (Free Admission ticket at the gate for College Students with valid college ID)  When: Sunday, October 6, 2024. 9 a.m. – 5  p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Don’t miss free admission to Potter Park Zoo for students with current college ID! Please Note: Free admission for college students can not be reserved online […]

Boo at the Zoo

What: Boo at the Zoo When: October 12-13, 19-20, 26-27, from noon - 5 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Tickets: Get tickets HERE. Get Ready for a Ghoulishly Good Time This October! This year, we're brewing up more Halloween magic than ever before! Gather your little goblins, don your most enchanting costumes, and step into […]

Boo at the Zoo

  What: Boo at the Zoo When: October 19-20, 26-27, from noon - 5 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Tickets: Get tickets HERE. Get Ready for a Ghoulishly Good Time This October! This year, we're brewing up more Halloween magic than ever before! Gather your little goblins, don your most enchanting costumes, and step into […]

Boo at the Zoo

What: Boo at the Zoo When: October 26-27, from noon - 5 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Tickets: Get tickets HERE. Get Ready for a Ghoulishly Good Time This October! This year, we're brewing up more Halloween magic than ever before! Gather your little goblins, don your most enchanting costumes, and step into a world […]

Veterans Day – Veterans & Family Enter FREE

What: Veterans Day When: Nov. 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo In honor of those who serve, Potter Park Zoo is welcoming all veterans, military members, and their families into the zoo free of charge Monday Nov. 11. We hope to see you at the zoo!

Toys for Tots at Wonderland of Lights

Get ready to spread some holiday cheer and brighten a child’s holiday season! Join us for our annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive on Dec. 1, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Potter Park Zoo. All you need to do is bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate, and as a thank-you, you’ll receive FREE admission to […]

Conservation Talk With Paul Buzzard

Join Us for a Conservation Talk with Paul Buzzard! Date: Tuesday, Dec. 3 Time: Noon – 1 p.m. Location: Potter Park Zoo Admission: Free Leap into the world of snow leopard conservation with Paul Buzzard, whose dedication has taken him from the China Exploration and Research Society to roles such as Director of Conservation at […]

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