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 after dark. On day of the event, arrive at the zoo by 6:30 p.m. so you have plenty of time to set up your […]

Zoo Nights – #4

For our 21+ guests: Zoo Nights is a casual, happy hour style event that will feature tastes from local restaurants and beverage companies. Take the opportunity to see the zoo after-hours, visit with the animals, and enjoy yard games with friends all while savoring tasty treats! Tickets are $15 for zoo member and $20 for […]

Red Panda Paint Party!

Tickets to this fundraiser are $49.95. Seating is Limited. SIGN UP at www.paintyourpoison.com/events/red-panda In honor and celebration of Red Panda Day, Sept. 18, Paint Your Poison and the Potter Park Zoological Society are hosting a fun red panda puzzle-painting party! Here is what the night will include:   • EXCLUSIVE access to the zoo before and […]

Red Panda Day

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Come celebrate Red Pandas Saturday, Sept. 18 at Potter Park Zoo! Volunteers will be on hand to answer all of your questions, and guests can participate in fun family activities such as children’s crafts and a scavenger hunt. A number of animal enrichments are also scheduled – come join the fun! Lion Enrichment - 11 […]

Ingham County Free Day

Ingham County & Lansing City Residents will receive free admission to Potter Park Zoo on Sept. 25, 2020! The zoo will be open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. See you at this fun (FREE) event! Visitors will still be responsible for parking fees. Please bring an ID to verify Ingham County residency for tickets purchased […]

World Rhino Day

What: World Rhino Day When: Saturday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Join us in celebrating the 12th annual World Rhino Day at Potter Park Zoo! Learn about rhinos at our conservation tables, play rhino themed games, and see our resident black rhinos Doppsee, Jaali, and Phineus. Keepers will be providing rhino enrichment at […]

Jaali’s Going Away Party

What: Jaali's Going-Away Party When: Oct. 2 - 3, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Since his birth in 2019, Jaali has inspired staff and visitors, brought notoriety to rhino conservation, and solidified himself as a Lansing icon. Now, it's time for the next chapter in his story. To celebrate Jaali's time at Potter Park and wish […]

College Day – FREE Admission for College Students at the Gate

College Day! (Free Admission ticket at the gate for College Students with valid college ID)  October 3, 2021: 9 – 5  p.m. Don’t miss free admission to Potter Park Zoo for students with current college ID! Please Note: Free admission for college students is not available to be reserved online and can be obtained only at […]

Fall Zoo-tacular

What: Fall Zoo-tacular When: October 9-10, 16-17, 23-24 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Where: Potter Park Zoo Get ready for an event full of colors, costumes, candy, and more! Gather the family, put on your best Halloween getup, and join us for this seasonal stroll through Potter Park. Beautiful autumn colors and decor will […]