5th Annual Bowling for Rhinos

The American Association of Zoo Keepers, Inc. (AAZK) is proud to announce the 28th year of Bowling for Rhinos and Potter Park Zoo’s 5th event. Since 1990, zoo keepers from […]

Members Night

DESCRIPTION This one of a kind event is all about our members and if you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a member, now is your chance to find […]

Sundown Safari Camping

Have you ever wanted to spend the night at the zoo?  Now's your chance! Potter Park Zoo is offering an opportunity for families and small groups to come experience the zoo […]

$30.00 – $35.00

Zoo Brew: Country Night

Potter Park Zoo is excited to continue our Zoo Brew series with Country Night at the zoo! Zoo Brew is the best live music venue in town. Enjoy Lansing Brewing […]

World Rhino Day

To celebrate the 9th annual World Rhino Day we're offering incredible behind-the-scenes tours for guests to see our black rhino exhibit first hand! Zookeepers will guide you into the exhibit […]

College Day at Potter Park Zoo (free admission!)

All college students get free admission to the zoo with a valid student identification card! (including any children of the student). Don't miss the exciting enrichment event on the same […]

Tailgate with the Animals – Animal Enrichment Event

This isn’t your typical tailgate. It’s the Zoo’s animals receiving football-themed treats and making choices that will “predict“ the outcome of October’s Michigan vs. Michigan State football game. Wear your […]

Ingham County Free Day

Lansing & Ingham County residents receive free admission to Potter Park Zoo on Saturday, October 6, 2018 to see our nearly 600 animals and over 160 species. We can’t wait […]

2018 Michigan Bat Festival

2018 Michigan Bat Festival, Michigan DNR Saturday, Oct. 6 from 10 - 5 p.m. We're excited to be hosting Michigan Department of Natural Resources Michigan Bat Festival 2018! Explore the […]

Boo at the Zoo
: October 13-14

Join us for Boo at the Zoo on three different weekends this year!  October 13-14  October 20-21  October 27-28  Activities from 12 - 5 p.m. each day *This event will […]