*Canceled* MSU Science Festival Event: Night at a Living Museum

*This event has been canceled*  An Evening of Awesome, Interactive Experiences at a Living Museum! Friday, April 17  - 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Explore conservation and the natural world as a part of the MSU Science Festival Nights at the Museum series. Explore the zoo at twilight, when we are not normally open to the […]

*Canceled* Party for the Planet

This event has been canceled. Thank you for your understanding and support!  April 26, 1:00-3:00 (included with regular admission price) In honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, the animals will be in action reacting to paper-mache creations designed by Haslett’s Murphy Elementary fifth graders.  Expect opportunities for natural behaviors like foraging and ripping. Animal […]

*CANCELED* Wine & Stein 2020

*Please Note: This Event Has Been Canceled for 2020*  We’re having our annual 21+ and over spring bash and you’re invited! Come stroll around the zoo after hours while enjoying three live musical acts, tasty alcoholic beverage samples, and hors d'oeuvres from Michigan breweries, wineries, and restaurants. This year we're revamping our Wine & Stein […]

*Canceled* World Migratory Bird Day & Be A Tourist in Your Own Town

*Please Note: This Event Has Been Canceled for 2020*  Welcome spring!  World Migratory Bird Day celebrates the seasonal migration of millions of birds from their southern wintering grounds back to North America!  Fun, family-friendly interactive stations throughout the zoo will share the importance of migratory birds.  Activities provided by Potter Park Zoo and our partners […]

Father’s Day at the Zoo – Dads Get FREE Admission

Celebrate Father’s Day at the Zoo! All dads will receive FREE admission to Potter Park Zoo on June 21! Farmyard EdVentures, Wings Down Under, Bungee Jump, Train and Pony rides are open for the season. We can’t wait to see you here at the zoo!

Fourth of July at the Zoo – Military Receive Free Admission!

Happy Independence Day! The zoo will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for all to enjoy!   This year we’d like to say thank you by offering free admission to Potter Park Zoo to all United States Military.   Standard admission rates for the rest of your party. Can't wait to see you […]

*Canceled* Zoo Days 2020

*Please Note: This Event Has Been Canceled for 2020*  Enjoy admission to Potter Park Zoo for only $2 with a voucher Tuesday, July 7 and Wednesday, July 8! Join us for this wonderful family-friendly event presented in part by Meijer! We’ll have a variety of games and activities offered by our community partners, free Meijer […]

*Canceled* Animal Enrichment Event: Just Chillin’ with the Animals 

*Please Note: This Event Has Been Canceled for 2020*  July 11, 1:00-3:00 p.m. (included with regular admission) See how the zoo’s animals keep their cool during the summer... think ice and summer food treats! Animal enrichment provides our animals with species-specific opportunities that encourage mental and physical activity and natural behaviors. It is good for […]

*Postponed* Sundown Safari – Family Camping at the Zoo

**Please note: this event has been postponed. Please check our website for up to date information*  Experience the zoo after dark!  For one night only, families and small groups are invited to camp out at the zoo overnight! After setting up their tents, campers will go on a guided tour of the zoo, enjoy s’mores around […]

*Postponed* Members Night 2020 – Member’s Exclusive Event

*Please note: this event has been postponed. Please check our website for up to date information*  Potter Park Zoo Members... Join us for the exclusive event Wednesday, August 12, 2020 from 5 - 8 p.m. We dedicate this night to you! This event is all about celebrating the contribution our members make to the future […]