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 us and the wildlife that call them home. This event is included with standard zoo admission! What’s Happening? Interactive Conservation Stations – Learn about tree-dwelling […]

ZOO CLUES TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE! Zoo Clues invites 21+ guests to step into an adventure of clues and conservation after hours at Potter Park Zoo. Once the gates close, the zoo transforms into an immersive, escape-room–style experience where a series of puzzles and clues lead you through the zoo, guiding your journey from one location to the […]

Join Us for World Turtle Day at Potter Park Zoo! Celebrate World Turtle Day with us May 24 and dive into the amazing world of turtles! This event is included with standard zoo admission. What’s Happening? Education Stations – Discover fascinating turtle facts, from their unique adaptations to their vital role in ecosystems. Fun Activities […]

As the sun sets, Potter Park Zoo comes alive with Twilight Adventures!   From 6 - 9 p.m., explore the zoo with a themed scavenger hunt, make friendship bracelets, paint rocks for pollinators, play yard games, and enjoy s’mores by the fire.   Along the way, discover simple ways to help animals and the planet […]

June 13, 2026 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. *Included with admission Join us at the zoo for a special story time with author Carter Hamric! Enjoy an interactive singalong as Carter plays guitar and leads guests in singing the song from his boo, Big Ole’ Day at the Zoo. A fun and musical experience for […]

What: Father’s Day When: June 21, 2026, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Celebrate Father’s Day at the Zoo! All dads will receive FREE admission to Potter Park on June 21! We hope to see you at the zoo!

Zoo Clues invites 21+ guests to step into an adventure of clues and conservation after hours at Potter Park Zoo. Once the gates close, step into the zoo as an investigator to help solve a murder mystery! The zoo will transform into an immersive crime scene with conservation facts along the way. Throughout your investigation, you will need to solve various […]

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. We can’t wait to see you […]