What: Zoo Nights, with Lights! When: Dec. 13, 2023, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo For our 21+ guests: Bundle up and come out to our final Zoo Nights event of the year! This casual, happy hour-style event will feature holiday music and decór, and a variety of tastes from local restaurants […]

Unlock a world of wonder and discovery at our Living Museum! Join us on Friday, April 5 from 5 - 8 p.m. for an evening of interactive experiences that will immerse you in the world of conservation and the natural world. Our hands-on activities are designed for guests of all ages to learn about the […]

Attention all tree enthusiasts! Potter Park Zoo invites you to celebrate National Arbor Day on Friday, April 26. Join us for an exciting and educational day filled with activities. Explore interactive conservation stations located throughout the zoo, where you can discover fascinating facts about animals that call trees their home, learn to identify various tree […]

Celebrate Earth Day at the zoo! Party for the Planet is North America’s largest Earth Day celebration, with more than 120 zoos and aquariums across the country participating. Explore conservation issues with hands-on activities, information, and demonstrations around the zoo. What can you do to help the planet? Party for the Planet is included in […]

What: World Migratory Bird Day When: May 11, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Welcome spring! World Migratory Bird Day celebrates the seasonal migration of millions of birds from their southern wintering grounds back to North America. Visit the zoo on Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. to participate […]

What: Mother’s Day Celebration When: May 12, 2024, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Potter Park Zoo. All moms will receive FREE admission Sunday, May 12. We can’t wait to see you here at the zoo!

What: Diversity Day When: May 18 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Price: Included with general admission Discover the richness of our community at Diversity Day! Included with general admission, this special event celebrates the diversity of our community. Join us at the zoo for a unique experience featuring local food establishments and service organizations […]

Join us for an exciting and impactful event at Potter Park Zoo, June 1 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 […]

Experience a magical evening at Potter Park Zoo during our Twilight Adventures! Join us for an adventure-filled night from 6 to 9 p.m. as you embark on a self-guided tour, follow clues along the way, and learn from our conservation education stations. Engage in fun games and activities under the stars while enjoying delicious s'mores […]