Zoo Passes
Zoo passes can be used at Boo at the Zoo and Wonderland of Lights events.
A limited number of zoo family passes will be provided to each community partner location. The passes can be “checked out” for a short time (one week) to visit the zoo with no admission or parking charge, then returned to the community partner location so another family can enjoy the zoo! Contact one of our community partners below to inquire about zoo pass availability. Not valid for education programs or adult only events.
Zoo passes cannot be used at other zoos and are only valid at Potter Park Zoo. If you would like to buy a zoo MEMBERSHIP please click here.
Learn where to find a pass from the list of Community Partners below.
Visit our ZIYN Pass FAQ for more info on visiting the zoo with a zoo pass.
Zoo in Your Neighborhood Programming
In 2019, “Zoo in Your Neighborhood” was nationally recognized by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) by winning top honors for the Angela Peterson Excellence in Diversity Award. Learn more about winning this prestigious award by reading our blog: https://potterparkzoo.org/potter-park-zoo-wins-national-diversity-award/
Upcoming Zoo in Your Neighborhood Programs
Please find the location of the following programs on the side bar (computer) or at the end of this page (on mobile).
General Presentations are 45 minute presentations about the topic that is listed. All ages. No live animals are at the program.
Wild Tales – Join us for 45 minutes of story time and education! All ages. No live animals are at the program.
July 2, 2025 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
General Presentation – Food Web Lesson
Location: Capital Area District Libraries – Holt-Delhi
Address: 2078 N Aurelius Rd, Holt, MI 48842
Phone: 517 – 694 – 9351
July 10, 2025 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
General Presentation – Water Lesson
Location: Capital Area District Libraries – Dansville
Address: 1379 Mason St, Dansville, MI 48819
Phone: 517 – 623 – 6511
July 12, 2025 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Wild Tales – Lions, Tigers and Bears
Location: Capital Area District Libraries – South Lansing
Address: 3500 S Cedar St, Lansing, MI 48910
Phone: 517 – 272 – 9840
July 15, 2025 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
General Presentation – Fur, Feathers and Scales
Location: Dewitt District Library
Address: 13101 Schavey Rd #9008, Dewitt, MI 48820
Phone: 517 – 669 – 3156
July 16, 2025 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
General Presentation – Water Lesson
Location: Capital Area District Libraries – Aurelius
Address: 1939 S Aurelius Rd, Mason, MI 48854
Phone: 517 – 928 – 3743
July 17, 2025 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
General Presentation – Food Web Lesson
Location: Capital Area District Libraries – Webberville
Address: 115 S. Main Street, Webberville, MI 48892
Phone: 517 – 521 – 3643
July 22, 2025 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Wild Tales – Scales and Slime
Location: Charlotte Community Library
Address: Not at the library – event is at Oak Park in Charlotte unless there is inclement weather than it is at the library.
Phone: 517 – 543 – 8859
July 28, 2025 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
General Presentation – Fur, Feathers and Scales
Location: Delta Township Library
Address: 5130 Davenport Dr, Lansing, MI 48917
Phone: 517 – 321 – 4014
August 2, 2025 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Wild Tales – Scales and Slime
Location: Capital Area District Libraries – Downtown Lansing
Address: 401 S. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933
Phone: 517 – 367 – 6363
