Potter Park Zoo

*Canceled* Party for the Planet
2020-04-26 13:00 - 15:00 UTC
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 enrichment provides our animals with species-specific opportunities that encourage mental and physical activity and natural behaviors. It is good for the animals, and it allows us to glimpse some very interesting things.
Enrichment events are included with regular admission price. It’s a great time to see the animals at their most active. Photographers bring your camera for some great action photos!

*Canceled* MSU Science Festival Event: Night at a Living Museum
2020-04-17 17:00 - 20:00
*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 public! Visit select animal exhibits, chat with animal care staff, and discover the zoo in a whole new light. Hands-on activities will allow guests to learn about how we care for animals here at the zoo and our conservation efforts locally and globally.
The MSU Science Festival is a multi-day series of events that highlight science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM). Special events are held across the state, including talks, demonstrations, tours, open houses, and hands-on activities for lifelong learners of all ages. http://www.sciencefestival.msu.edu
This event is for all ages and admission is free!
The MSU Science Festival is a multi-day series of events that highlight science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM). Special events are held across the state, including talks, demonstrations, tours, open houses, and hands-on activities for lifelong learners of all ages. www.sciencefestival.msu.edu.

*Cancelled* Session 3: FrogWatch USA Training at Potter Park Zoo
2020-03-22 13:00 - 16:00
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This event has been cancelled. Please read our blog for updates!

Become a FrogWatch Citizen Scientist!

Potter Park Zoo is inviting Michigan residents to become volunteer citizen scientists and join the local chapter of FrogWatch USA. The program teaches volunteers how to identify frogs and toads by their breeding calls and help to gather data that supports a national network. This is a great program for adults and children alike and a great spring time activity for families, friends, individuals and groups to get outdoors. Families with children under 12 should contact us to ensure this program is right for them.

You do not have to be a frog or toad expert to be a FrogWatch USA volunteer! All you need is:

An interest in frogs and toads;
Attend one training session and join the local FrogWatch USA chapter
A commitment to follow the standardized protocol to monitor a wetland site over multiple evenings throughout the breeding season (February – August)

FrogWatch training classes for 2020 will be offered in the Coral Reef Room at Potter Park Zoo on the following dates:

Session 3: March 22 at 1:00 p.m. – Register Here

Additional dates and times for the same training:

March 8 – 1 p.m.
March 21 – 1 p.m.​

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to ppzfrogwatch@ingham.org with questions or for more information on the program. ​

*Cancelled* Session 2: FrogWatch USA Training at Potter Park Zoo
2020-03-21 13:00 - 16:00
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This event has been cancelled. Please read our blog for updates!

Become a FrogWatch Citizen Scientist!

Potter Park Zoo is inviting Michigan residents to become volunteer citizen scientists and join the local chapter of FrogWatch USA. The program teaches volunteers how to identify frogs and toads by their breeding calls and help to gather data that supports a national network. This is a great program for adults and children alike and a great spring time activity for families, friends, individuals and groups to get outdoors. Families with children under 12 should contact us to ensure this program is right for them.

You do not have to be a frog or toad expert to be a FrogWatch USA volunteer! All you need is:

An interest in frogs and toads;
Attend one training session and join the local FrogWatch USA chapter
A commitment to follow the standardized protocol to monitor a wetland site over multiple evenings throughout the breeding season (February – August)

FrogWatch training classes for 2020 will be offered in the Coral Reef Room at Potter Park Zoo on the following dates:

Session 2: March 21 at 1:00 p.m. – Register Here

Additional dates and times for the same training:

March 8 – 1 p.m.
March 22 – 1 p.m.​

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to ppzfrogwatch@ingham.org with questions or for more information on the program. ​

*CANCELLED* FALCONERS Sensory Friendly Event: “Sense”-sational Zoo!
2020-03-21 10:00 - 13:00
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This event has been cancelled. Please read our blog for updates!

FALCONERS is designed to allow children or adults of all ages with special needs and unique challenges (such as autism or developmental disabilities) and their whole family to have an enriching educational experience in a safe, welcoming and sensory friendly environment. There will be one sensory friendly event in Lansing, Michigan per month throughout 2020.

March Event: “Sense”-sational Zoo!

Saturday, March 21 , 2020 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

March’s FALCONERS theme is “Sense”-sational Zoo! This is a new FALCONERS theme and we’ll be learning about the five senses, how animals use their senses to survive in the wild, and how that relates to us! Fun crafts and activities will let you discover new facts that you may have never known about the animals. Light snacks (and coffee for parents!) will be served.

We are planning to have all of the activities inside with the option to explore the zoo on your own. Please dress for the weather if you plan to go out into the zoo. The gift shop will open at 10:00 AM. The concessions will be closed during this event.

Click here to register for the Saturday March 21 FALCONERS event at Potter Park Zoo: https://potterparkzoo.doubleknot.com/event/falconers-march-2020/2627808

Session 1: FrogWatch USA Training at Potter Park Zoo
2020-03-08 13:00 - 16:00
Become a FrogWatch Citizen Scientist!

Potter Park Zoo is inviting Michigan residents to become volunteer citizen scientists and join the local chapter of FrogWatch USA. The program teaches volunteers how to identify frogs and toads by their breeding calls and help to gather data that supports a national network. This is a great program for adults and children alike and a great spring time activity for families, friends, individuals and groups to get outdoors. Families with children under 12 should contact us to ensure this program is right for them.

You do not have to be a frog or toad expert to be a FrogWatch USA volunteer! All you need is:

An interest in frogs and toads;
Attend one training session and join the local FrogWatch USA chapter
A commitment to follow the standardized protocol to monitor a wetland site over multiple evenings throughout the breeding season (February – August)

FrogWatch training classes for 2020 will be offered in the Coral Reef Room at Potter Park Zoo on the following dates:

Session 1: March 8 at 1:00 p.m. – Register Here

Additional dates and times for the same training:

March 21 – 1 p.m.
March 22 – 1 p.m.​

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to ppzfrogwatch@ingham.org with questions or for more information on the program. ​

Animal Enrichment Event: Winter Gifts for the Animals
2020-02-29 13:00 - 15:00
Rescheduled to Saturday, February 29, 2020 1 to 3 p.m.
What are the animals at the zoo up to after the holidays? See what the animals do when they receive special gifts in boxes. Lots of fun for the family!

Enrichment events are included with regular admission price. It’s a great time to see the animals at their most active. Photographers bring your camera for some great action photos!

Animal Enrichment Event: Tailgate for the Animals
2020-02-28 08:00 - 17:00
Don’t miss it! College Day is the same day! (free admission to college students with valid college ID)
Animal Enrichment Event: Tailgate for the Animals (Open to all and free with admission!)
October 4, 2020, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
It’s time for some fun with the upcoming MSU vs UM football game. See the animals predict the outcome of the game, based on the choices they make.
Animal enrichment provides our animals with species-specific opportunities that encourage mental and physical activity and natural behaviors. It is good for the animals, and it allows us to glimpse some very interesting things.
Enrichment events are included with regular admission price. It’s a great time to see the animals at their most active. Photographers bring your camera for some great action photos!
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College Day! (Free Admission to College Students with valid college ID)
October 4, 2020 – 9 – 5 p.m.
Don’t miss free admission to Potter Park Zoo for students with current college ID!

Falconers Sensory Friendly Event: Star Safari at Abrams Planetarium
2020-02-18 18:00 - 19:30
FALCONERS is designed to allow children or adults of all ages with special needs and unique challenges (such as autism or developmental disabilities) and their whole family to have an enriching educational experience in a safe, welcoming and sensory friendly environment. There will be one sensory friendly event in Lansing, Michigan per month throughout 2020.

February Event:

OFFSITE: Star Safari at Abrams Planetarium (MSU)

Tuesday, February 18, 2020 6:00-7:30 PM

In February, we are partnering with our friends at Abrams Planetarium on the campus of MSU for a special “Star Safari” program. This will be a different format from our other events as we will have scheduled activities rather than drop-in stations. Join us as we explore the stars and discover that many of the constellations we see are pictures of animals! We’ll learn a little bit about the mythology behind the constellations, and some facts about the animals they represent. Doors will open at 6:00 PM with live animals and activities in the lobby. Seating for the sensory friendly theater presentation will begin around 6:30 with the presentation beginning at 6:45.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT TAKES PLACE AT ABRAMS PLANETARIUM ON THE CAMPUS OF MSU.

This program is capped at 150 people because of limited seating in the auditorium at Abrams Planetarium!

Please be aware that food and drink are prohibited in the theater itself.

Click here to register for the Tuesday, February 18 FALCONERS event at Abrams Planetarium: https://potterparkzoo.doubleknot.com/event/falconers-february-2020/2627755

FALCONERS Sensory Friendly Wonderland of Lights
2019-12-10 17:00 - 20:00
FALCONERS is designed to allow children or adults of all ages with special needs and unique challenges (such as autism or developmental disabilities) and their whole family to have an enriching educational experience in a safe, welcoming and sensory friendly environment. There will be one sensory friendly event in Lansing, Michigan per month throughout 2019.

FALCONERS Wonderland of Lights!
Tuesday, December 10 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Potter Park Zoo is pleased to present a special, sensory-friendly Wonderland of Lights experience just for FALCONERS! Join us Tuesday December 10 from 5:00-8:00 PM. Thousands of lights will create extraordinary animal exhibits and holiday displays. There will be cookies, crafts, and animal encounters to enjoy. We will also provide a light dinner and hot chocolate for all participants.
Pre-registration required to get free admission to the zoo and access to the activities. Registration will close at Midnight on December 9th. Please call 517-342-2751 if you have any questions!
To register for the FALCONERS Wonderland of Lights event on Tuesday, December 10, please click here.

Toys for Tots at Wonderland of Lights
2019-12-07 17:00 - 20:00
It’s our annual toy drive and this year we’re stuffing a truck courtesy of Two Men and a Truck! Each person who brings in a new, unwrapped toy Dec. 7 will be admitted to Wonderland of Lights for FREE. Join your friends at the zoo to make this our most successful Toys for Tots night yet!
December 7 from 5 – 8 p.m.​

25th Annual Wonderland of Lights
2019-11-22 17:00 - 2019-12-29 20:00
Wonderland of Lights is open Thursdays through Sundays from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Nov. 22 through Dec. 29, 2019.
*Please note – Wonderland of Lights will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving. The regular schedule will continue Nov. 29*
Thousands of lights create extraordinary holiday lights displays at the 25th annual Wonderland of Lights! There will be cookie decorating, crafts and animal encounters for all to enjoy!

Santa is coming to the zoo!

Visit the magical “Santa’s Workshop” to write a letter to Santa and meet the man himself! Santa will be at Wonderland of Lights on Fridays and Saturdays starting Nov. 22. It’s a wonderful time to capture photos, so don’t forget your camera!

Admission for Wonderland of Lights

*Tickets can be purchased at admissions gate the day of the event or in advance at the admissions gate during regular zoo hours

$7 adults
$5 for kids 3-12
Free for kids under 3 years old

(Premium and Deluxe PPZ Members receive free admission to this event!)**
**Reciprocal zoo memberships do not allow access to special events such as Boo at the Zoo or Wonderland of Lights

Sponsored by McLaren and Jackson National Life

Veterans Day – All Military and Their Families Get FREE Admission
2019-11-11 10:00 - 16:00
Thank you to all of our veterans and military members! We’re offering free admission to all military AND their families this Veteran’s Day. We hope to see you at the zoo!

Boo at the Zoo: October 26-27
2019-10-26 12:00 - 2019-10-27 17:00
Join us for Boo at the Zoo on three different weekends this year!
October 12-13
October 19-20
October 26-27
Activities from 12 – 5 p.m. each day
Little ghouls and boys will enjoy an afternoon of spooktacular fun! There will be tons of activities for everyone to enjoy. We encourage all kids (big and small!) to come dressed in their spookiest, scariest, or prettiest Halloween costumes.
Enjoy free activities for the family:
– A straw maze
– Candy stations
– Activities provided by community partners

Activity tickets (1 set of Activity Tickets = 4 tickets) can be purchased at the event for an additional $5 (optional purchase) and can be used for*:
– A trip through the Boo Tunnel
– A hayride
– Cider and donuts
– The Black-Light Skeleton Room
– Obstacle Course/Witch Hat Toss
– Live Ambassador Animal Presentations
*1 activity ticket needed per person for each activity

Click Here to Buy Your Tickets Today!

Admission:
Ingham County Resident Adult – $6.00
Non-Resident Adult – $12.00
Ingham County Resident Senior (60+) – $5.00
Non-Resident Senior – $11.00
All Children (ages 3-12) – $5.00
All Children Under 3 – FREE
Potter Park Zoo Deluxe and Premium receive FREE admission to Boo at the Zoo! Become a member or upgrade your membership today –> https://potterparkzoo.org/membership/
**Reciprocal zoo memberships do not allow access to special events such as Boo at the Zoo or Wonderland of Lights

Boo at the Zoo: October 19-20
2019-10-19 12:00 - 2019-10-20 17:00
Join us for Boo at the Zoo on three different weekends this year!
October 12-13
October 19-20
October 26-27
Activities from 12 – 5 p.m. each day
Little ghouls and boys will enjoy an afternoon of spooktacular fun! There will be tons of activities for everyone to enjoy. We encourage all kids (big and small!) to come dressed in their spookiest, scariest, or prettiest Halloween costumes.
Enjoy free activities for the family:
– A straw maze
– Candy stations
– Activities provided by community partners
Activity tickets (1 set of Activity Tickets = 4 tickets) can be purchased at the event for an additional $5 (optional purchase) and can be used for:
– A trip through the Boo Tunnel
– A hayride
– Cider and donuts
– The Black-Light Skeleton Room
– Obstacle Course/Witch Hat Toss
– Live Ambassador Animal Presentations

Click Here to Buy Your Tickets Today!

Admission:
Ingham County Resident Adult – $6.00
Non-Resident Adult – $12.00
Ingham County Resident Senior (60+) – $5.00
Non-Resident Senior – $11.00
All Children (ages 3-12) – $5.00
All Children Under 3 – FREE
Potter Park Zoo Deluxe and Premium receive FREE admission to Boo at the Zoo! Become a member or upgrade your membership today –> https://potterparkzoo.org/membership/
**Reciprocal zoo memberships do not allow access to special events such as Boo at the Zoo or Wonderland of Lights

FALCONERS Special Boo at the Zoo
2019-10-18 17:00 - 19:30
*Registration Required for This Event*
FALCONERS is designed to allow children or adults of all ages with special needs and unique challenges (such as autism or developmental disabilities) and their whole family to have an enriching educational experience in a safe, welcoming and sensory friendly environment. There will be one sensory friendly event in Lansing, Michigan per month throughout 2019.
FALCONERS Special Boo at the Zoo!
Friday, October 18: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
For our October activity, we will be hosting a very special evening of Boo at the Zoo, our annual sensory-friendly Halloween event! It will take place Friday, October 18 from 5:00-7:30 PM. The zoo will be closed to the public at this time, so you can enjoy many aspects of the public event but without the crowds. Participants are welcome to come in costume if they wish. We will have games, cider and donuts, animal encounters, crafts, and more!
Participants are asked to pre-register to get free admission to the zoo and access to the activities.
To register for Boo at the Zoo on Friday, October 18, please click here: https://potterparkzoo.doubleknot.com/event/falconers-october-2019/2569598

Boo at the Zoo: October 12-13
2019-10-12 12:00 - 2019-10-13 17:00

Animal Enrichment Event: Tailgate with the Animals
2019-10-06 13:00 - 15:00
Tailgate with the Animals
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 the BIG Michigan vs. Michigan State football game. Wear your team’s colors and catch the fun from 1 – 3 p.m.!
Animal Enrichment Events are the best time to see the animals being active. This event is included with regular admission price.
College students: Don’t forget to show your valid college student ID for FREE admission to Potter Park Zoo from 9 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, October 6.

College Day
2019-10-06 09:00 - 17:00
College Day
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 day! Between 1 and 3 p.m. the animals will be having a pre-celebration to kick off the excitement of the BIG game between the Michigan State Spartans and the University of Michigan Wolverines. The animals will be making their prediction on the outcomes of the game, based on their enrichment choices.
Show your team spirit by wearing your team colors.

-ALSO on October 6! –

Tailgate with the Animals
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 the BIG Michigan vs. Michigan State football game. Wear your team’s colors and catch the fun from 1 – 3 p.m.!
Animal Enrichment Events are the best time to see the animals being active. This event is included with regular admission price.
College students: Don’t forget to show your valid college student ID for FREE admission to Potter Park Zoo from 9 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, October 6.

Ingham County FREE Day
2019-09-29 09:00 - 17:00
Ingham County residents will receive free admission to Potter Park Zoo on September 29. We’ll be open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Please bring an ID with proof of Ingham County residency. See you at this fun (FREE) event!
NOTE: Visitors will still be responsible for parking fees.

September FALCONERS: Sundown Safari Camping
2019-09-28 18:00 - 2019-09-29 09:00
FALCONERS is designed to allow children or adults of all ages with special needs and unique challenges (such as autism or developmental disabilities) and their whole family to have an enriching educational experience in a safe, welcoming and sensory-friendly environment. There will be one sensory-friendly event in Lansing, Michigan per month throughout 2019.

FALCONERS Sundown Safari!
Saturday, September 28: 6:00 PM to Sunday, September 29: 9:00 AM
For our September event, we will be holding an evening experience with the opportunity to spend the night on Saturday, September 28. We will begin the evening with a pizza and salad dinner, take an evening guided tour of the zoo, have s’mores by the campfire, and end with a movie under the stars. Families are also welcome to spend the night if they wish, and for those that do, we will provide continental breakfast the next morning.
We want to make this flexible to meet the needs of your family. You may come for dinner, or eat on your own and join us for the other activities. You can leave at any time during the evening activities if you need to, or you can stay all night. For those that would like to stay the night, we invite you to bring a tent, sleeping bags, air mattresses, etc, and we will set-up camp inside the Safari Room. This will allow you to have your own space and a bit of privacy, but still be inside where it is warm, dry, and close to the restroom. We have a few extra tents that will be available to those who do not have their own tent.
Please be sure to fill out the form in the registration to indicate what you are planning to do so we can prepare accordingly. We know that sometimes plans change, and that’s OK too
Below is the proposed itinerary:
5:45- Families that will be staying the night can arrive to set-up their “campsite”
6:15-6:30- Families that aren’t staying the night arrive and check-in
6:30- Pizza and salad dinner
7:00- Guided evening tour of the zoo
8:00- Campfire and s’mores
8:30- movie
Lights out after the movie
7:30 AM- Wake-up
8:00- Breakfast
FALCONERS families are welcome to head home after breakfast, or stay and enjoy the zoo for as long as they wish. The gift shop and concession stands will be open by 10:00 AM.
Participants must pre-register to allow us to plan accordingly.
To register for all or part of the Sundown Safari on September 28, please click here.

World Rhino Day
2019-09-22 09:00 - 17:00
Join us in celebrating the 10th annual World Rhino Day at Potter Park Zoo!
Did you know there are only 35 Javan rhinos left in the wild? Or in 2017 there were 1,028 rhinos poached in South Africa alone? The threat of extinction is alarming as these animals are disappearing due to intense poaching.
Join us at World Rhino Day to learn about rhino conservation tables and play rhino themed games, and come see our resident (and expecting!) black rhinos Doppsee and Phineus! You don’t want to miss this event!
*Event included with regular admission*

Behind the Scenes Rhino Barn Tours! (With Tour Ticket Only)
To celebrate World Rhino Day, we’re offering special tours and a behind-the-scenes look at our black rhino exhibit. Zookeepers will guide you into the exhibit holding area and show you the work that goes into the care and preservation of these amazing animals. You might even get a chance to meet one of these rare and endangered rhinos up close! 100% of the proceeds will go to rhino conservation!
Tours are offered during 3 one hour blocks at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. You’re asked to arrive at the beginning of your block of time. The ticket selected below will indicate which hour block to arrive at.
Tickets sell out fast, purchase yours today!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/world-rhino-day-barn-tours-at-potter-park-zoo-tickets-71544671037

FALCONERS Special Boo at the Zoo
2019-09-18 08:00 - 17:00
FALCONERS is designed to allow children or adults of all ages with special needs and unique challenges (such as autism or developmental disabilities) and their whole family to have an enriching educational experience in a safe, welcoming and sensory friendly environment. There will be one sensory friendly event in Lansing, Michigan per month throughout 2019.
FALCONERS Special Boo at the Zoo!
Friday, October 18: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
For our October activity, we will be hosting a very special evening of Boo at the Zoo, our annual sensory-friendly Halloween event! It will take place Friday, October 18 from 5:00-7:30 PM. The zoo will be closed to the public at this time, so you can enjoy many aspects of the public event but without the crowds. Participants are welcome to come in costume if they wish. We will have games, cider and donuts, animal encounters, crafts, and more!
Participants are asked to pre-register to get free admission to the zoo and access to the activities.
To register for Boo at the Zoo on Friday, October 18, please click here.

Red Panda Day Celebration
2019-09-15 11:00 - 15:00
Come celebrate red pandas! Whether you are already a fan or you don’t know much about them (or even what they are), this is your chance to learn more. A zookeeper and docents will be on hand to share information about the red pandas’ special adaptations, their care in the zoo, and what’s being done to help them in the wild. See red pandas in action as they receive bamboo and special enrichment, and enjoy family activities such as children’s crafts and a scavenger hunt.

Time: Sunday, September 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Grandparent's Day at the Zoo- All Grandparents Get FREE Admission
2019-09-08 09:00 - 17:00
Join us in celebrating grandparents day by spending a day at the zoo! All grandparents receive free admission to the zoo on September 8, 2019.

Public Conservation Talk: Cheetah Conservation
2019-08-28 19:00 - 21:00
Join us for a public conservation talk about cheetah conservation! This event is FREE but donations are always welcome!

Join us for an incredible chance to see Mary Wykstra, Action For Cheetahs Director, talk about a decade of cheetah conservation in Kenya. Action for Cheetah’s mission is to promote the conservation of cheetahs through research, awareness and community participation in Kenya.

Enrichment Event: Day of the Cotton Top Tamarin
2019-08-21 13:00 - 15:30
The Day of the Cotton Top Tamarin is a national holiday in Colombia, where the cotton top tamarins are found. On that day everyone is invited to celebrate and show their support for conservation conservation.
We have a fascinating family of cotton top tamarins, including mom, dad, offspring born in October 2018 and a pair of babies born in May 2019. We will celebrate on Wednesday, August 21, with special enrichments for the cotton tops and other South American species from 1:00-2:30 pm. Don’t miss it!
This event is included with your regular admission price. The zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Member's Night 2019
2019-08-14 17:00 - 20:00
August 14, 2019 from 5-8 p.m.
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 out! You’re invited to a fun-filled evening of animal enrichments, behind the scenes experiences, kids activities, dinner and more. This annual event celebrates the contribution members make to the future of the zoo.
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY FOR NON-MEMBERS!
Those non-member attendees who purchase a ticket will have the opportunity to have their ticket total deducted from a membership purchase within two weeks after the event. Offer is valid through August 31, 2019
A limited number of non-member tickets are available to this unique event. Advance purchase online only. Tickets now available, click here!
Are you a Potter Park Zoo Member looking for register for this event included with your membership? Check your email for the member registration link!

Member Registration: check your email for PPZ Member registration

Sundown Safari Camping
2019-08-10 18:00 - 2019-08-11 09:30
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 after dark. On August 10, arrive at the zoo at 6 p.m. and stay all the way until 9: 30 a.m. the next morning! Campers will take a guided tour of the zoo to learn about nocturnal animals, enjoy s’mores around the campfire, watch a movie outdoors, and sleep under the stars! A continental breakfast and zoo admission the next day are included. Participants must provide their own gear (tent, sleeping bags, etc), and children must be accompanied by an adult. Questions? Contact the Education Department at 517-342-2713.
Click here to register!
(Last day to register is August 9, 2019 at 11:55 PM)
Cost
$35.00 per Adults
$30.00 per PPZ Member Adult
$30.00 per PPZ Member Youth
$35.00 per Youth
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made at least 7 days in advance are eligible for a refund, minus a $20 cancellation fee. Cancellations made 2-6 days in advance will be refunded at 50% of the cost. Cancellations less than 48 hours in advance or no-shows are ineligible for a refund.

6th Annual Bowling for Rhinos
2019-08-02 18:00 - 21:00
Come on out to City Limits East for a fun night of bowling for a good cause! We are raising money for rhino conservation. The event is August 2, 2019 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm and City Limits East.

Tickets are $32 (individual) and include a T-shirt if you buy before July 12.
(UPDATE: Early Bird Registration has been extended until July 18!)

A family of 4 can bowl for $105.

Tickets include 3 hours of bowling, pizza, and pop.

Tickets: http://bit.ly/PPZAAZKB4R

Did you know there are only 35 Javan rhinos left in the wild? Or in 2017 there were 1,028 rhinos poached in South Africa alone? The threat of extinction is alarming as these animals are disappearing due to intense poaching. The five rhino species are “Umbrella” species. Therefore, by saving the rhinos’ habitats, we are saving whole ecosystems that are home to hundreds of species of mammals, birds, insects, reptiles, and plants. This Bowling for Rhinos event helps protect 1.5 million acres of land in Kenya and 1.4 million acres in Indonesia.
The Bowling for Rhinos event is a fun way to help a very serious cause. Participants enjoy three full hours of bowling, food, and entertainment in exchange for donations. To maximize the amount we raise and send to conservation efforts, we need your help.

The American Association of Zoo Keepers, Inc. (AAZK) is proud to announce the 29th year of Bowling for Rhinos and Potter Park Zoo’s 5th event. Since 1990, zookeepers from the United States and Canada have donated their time and skills to run this event allowing every penny raised to go to help endangered species such as rhinos, cheetahs, elephants, and tigers. Bowling for Rhinos is one of the only fundraisers that gives 100% of all funds raised nationally directly to animal conservation.
The Potter Park Zoo AAZK Chapter will be holding their sixth annual event on Friday, August 2nd from 6 to 9 PM at City Limits East in East Lansing, MI.
