Events
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Boo at the Zoo
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 […]
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Wonderland of Lights
Get Ready to Be Dazzled: Potter Park Zoo’s 33rd Annual Wonderland of Lights! Purchase Tickets at the Admission's Gate when you arrive! ✨ When: Thursday–Sunday, 5–8 p.m., Nov 22 – […]
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Toys for Tots Night 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. 6, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Potter Park Zoo. All […]
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Zoo Nights, With Lights!
Join us at Potter Park Zoo Dec. 17, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for Zoo Nights with Lights! Purchase tickets in advance by calling 517-342-2713 or in-person at […]
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Nights at the Living Museum
Unlock a world of wonder and discovery at our Living Museum! Join us Friday, April 10, 2026, from 5 – 8 p.m. for an evening of interactive experiences that will […]
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Party for the Planet
Party for the Planet at Potter Park Zoo! Join us on Saturday, April 18, 2026, for Party for the Planet, North America’s largest Earth Day celebration! More than 120 zoos […]
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Arbor Day Celebration
Celebrate Arbor Day at Potter Park Zoo! Calling all tree lovers and nature enthusiasts! Join us Friday, April 24, 2026, for a day dedicated to celebrating the trees that sustain […]
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Zoo Nights
Zoo Nights is where casual meets captivating! This adult-exclusive extravaganza features delectable sample delights from nearby eateries and a variety of drinks from local breweries, wineries, and more. Explore the […]
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World Turtle Day Celebration
Potter Park Zoo Potter Park Zoo, Lansing, MI, United StatesJoin Us for World Turtle Day at Potter Park Zoo! Celebrate World Turtle Day with us May 22 and dive into the amazing world of turtles! This event is included […]
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Michigan Waterway Stewards River Cleanup
Potter Park Zoo Potter Park Zoo, Lansing, MI, United StatesJoin Potter Park Zoo for a River Cleanup! When: Saturday, June 6, 2025 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Where: Lansing River Trail (in front of Potter Park Zoo) Calling […]
