Members Night 2022
This one of a kind event for Potter Park Zoo members is filled with animal education stations, kids activities, keeper/animal care talks, and more! A light meal (hotdog, chips, drink and a treat) is also included. This annual event celebrates the contribution members make to the future of the zoo. JOIN THE FUN! Member RSVP is […]
Zoo Nights #4 (21+)
What: Zoo Nights #4 When: Aug. 18, 2022, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo For our 21+ guests: Zoo Nights is a casual, happy hour style event that will feature tastes from local restaurants and beverage companies. Take the opportunity to see the zoo after-hours, visit with the animals, and enjoy yard […]
7th Annual Bowling for Rhinos Fundraiser
What: Bowling for Rhinos Fundraiser When: Friday, August 19, 6:30 - 9 PM Where: City Limits East, 2120 East Saginaw Highway, East Lansing, MI 48823 This is Potter Park Zoo's AAZK 7th Annual Bowling for Rhinos event, back after a two-year Covid break. Zookeepers from around the United States and Canada donate their time and skills […]
Just Chillin’ Enrichment Event
Potter Park Zoo Potter Park Zoo, Lansing, MI, United StatesWhat: Just Chillin' Enrichment Event When: Saturday, August 20, 1 - 3 PM Where: Potter Park Zoo Price: Included with admission How do our zoo animals keep their cool during the heat of summer? Think ice! We’ve made special themed enrichment for the animals, and we invite you to join us and see what the animals […]
Grandparent’s Day – All Grandparents Enter FREE!
In celebration of grandparents and everything they do, all grandparents will get into the zoo FREE September 11, 2022. We can’t wait to see you at the zoo!
Action For Cheetahs Conservation Talk
What: Action for Cheetahs Conservation Talk When: Sunday, September 11, 5 - 7 PM Where: The Safari Room in our Discovery Center Mary Wykstra is the Executive Director overseeing Action For Cheetahs in Kenya. Learn more about cheetah monitoring, conflict mitigation, scat detection dogs and more! Donations are always welcome. Register for this free event […]
International Red Panda Day Celebration
Come celebrate Red Pandas Sunday, Sept. 18 at Potter Park Zoo! Volunteers will be on hand to answer all of your questions and guests can participate in fun family activities such as children’s crafts and a scavenger hunt. A number of animal enrichments will also occur – come join the fun!
World Rhino Day Celebration
What: World Rhino Day Celebration When: Sunday, Sept. 25, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Join us in celebrating the 13th annual World Rhino Day at Potter Park Zoo! Learn about rhinos at our conservation tables, play rhino themed games, and see our resident black rhinos Doppsee and Phineus. Schedule of events: Rhino enrichment- 11 am, […]
Ingham County Free Day 2022
Ingham County & Lansing City Residents will receive free admission to Potter Park Zoo on Oct. 1, 2022! The zoo will be open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. See you at this fun (FREE) event! Visitors will still be responsible for parking fees. Please bring an ID to verify Ingham County residency for tickets purchased […]
College Day – All College Students Enter FREE!
What: College Day (Free Admission ticket at the gate for College Students with valid college ID) When: October 2, 2022, 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 and […]
