An animal-lover's paradise, the zoo offers large open spaces and wonderful outdoor animal environments. The Wildlife Interpretive Gallery is a must-see. This historic building has been resurrected as a butterfly/hummingbird garden, theater, exhibition space, art gallery and mulit-media interactives. MC, V. Summer hours (April-Oct.) 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed. until 8p.m. June 19-Aug. 28. Winter hours (Nov.-March) 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tri-County Senior Day
Dates 12/19/2012 - 04/24/2013
Deal Senior citizens residing in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties are invited to enjoy a special day at the Detroit Zoo on Senior Day, Wednesday, April 24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Seniors 62 and older and a caregiver... read more
book nowTri-County Senior Day
Dates 12/19/2012 - 09/04/2013
Deal Senior citizens residing in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties are invited to enjoy a special day at the Detroit Zoo on Senior Day, Wednesday, September 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Seniors 62 and older and their... read more
book nowColumbus Day Savings
Dates 12/19/2012 - 10/14/2013
Deal $2 off all full-price admissions on Columbus Day (October 14) with a printable coupon which can be found on the Zoo’s Web site www.detroitzoo.org. ... read more
book nowVeteran's Day Savings
Dates 12/19/2012 - 11/11/2013
Deal Free admission for active and retired military with ID on Veteran's Day (November 11). ... read more
book nowBunnyville , Detroit Zoo
Dates 03/30/2013 - 03/30/2013
HoursEvent runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
http://www.detroitzoo.orgAn “egg-stravaganza” of family fun is planned for the Detroit Zoo’s 22nd annual Bunnyville celebration. Bunnyville is filled with treats, crafts, games and live entertainment. Bunnyville ... read more
Earth Day , Detroit Zoo
Dates 04/20/2013 - 04/20/2013
HoursCelebration runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
http://www.detroitzoo.orgIn observance of the global holiday celebrating life on our planet, the Detroit Zoo hosts its annual Earth Day celebration. The Zoo-wide celebration includes earth-friendly crafts, an endangered species ... read more
Mother’s Day Breakfast, Detroit Zoo - Wildlife Interpretive Gallery
Dates 05/12/2013 - 05/12/2013
HoursEvent runs from 8a - 10a
http://www.detroitzoo.orgTreat Mom to a delicious breakfast at the Detroit Zoo for Mother’s Day. Breakfast will be held in the Zoo’s Wildlife Interpretive Gallery. Seating is limited and advance reservations are ... read more
Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo, Detroit Zoo
Dates 05/18/2013 - 05/19/2013
HoursAdoption program runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
http://www.detroitzoo.orgThe Detroit Zoo and the Michigan Humane Society, in collaboration with several local animal welfare organizations, will host the 21st annual spring Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo. The event is the nation’s ... read more
Sunset at the Zoo, Detroit Zoo
Dates 06/14/2013 - 06/14/2013
HoursFundraiser runs from 7:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
http://www.detroitzoo.orgThe Detroit Zoological Society’s annual Sunset at the Zoo fundraiser will be held on Friday, June 14. The year’s wildest evening includes a strolling supper, zoo-themed martinis, live entertainment, ... read more
Wild Summer Nights , Detroit Zoo - Main Picnic Grove
Dates 07/03/2013 - 08/28/2013
HoursConcerts (6:30 pm - 8 pm) every Wednesday (July 3 - August 28)
http://www.detroitzoo.orgThe Detroit Zoo gets even wilder on Wednesday nights during July and August with its annual Wild Summer Nights concert series. Wild Summer Nights features a variety of live music from local bands, including ... read more
Summer Zoomance , Detroit Zoo
Dates 07/11/2013 - 07/11/2013
HoursEvent runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (rain or shine)
http://www.detroitzoo.orgAdults are invited to rekindle their childhood love for the Detroit Zoo at an after-hours adults-only (21 years and over) event called Summer Zoomance. Adult beverages and favorite nostalgic foods will ... read more
Wild Beasts, Wild Wine, Detroit Zoo
Dates 07/26/2013 - 07/26/2013
HoursEvent runs from 6 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
http://www.detroitzoo.orgMake a toast to wildlife at the Detroit Zoo’s 2nd annual Wild Beasts, Wild Wine. The 21-and-over event will sample wines from local and national wineries and vineyards. Guests will enjoy live music, ... read more
Summer Zoomance, Detroit Zoo
Dates 08/22/2013 - 08/22/2013
HoursEvent runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (rain or shine)
Adults are invited to rekindle their childhood love for the Detroit Zoo at an after-hours adults-only (21 years and over) event called Summer Zoomance. Adult beverages and favorite nostalgic foods will ... read more
Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo, Detroit Zoo
Dates 09/15/2013 - 09/15/2013
HoursOnline registration is available at www.detroitzoo.org
http://www.detroitzoo.orgThousands of runners and walkers lace up their running shoes for the annual Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo. The event includes 5K and 10K runs as well as a noncompetitive 1.5-mile Fun Walk. Runners in the ... read more
Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo, Detroit Zoo
Dates 09/21/2013 - 09/22/2013
HoursAdoption program runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
http://www.detroitzoo.orgThe Detroit Zoo and the Michigan Humane Society, in collaboration with several local animal welfare organizations, will host the annual fall Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo. The event is the nation’s ... read more
Zoo Brew, The Detroit Zoo
Dates 09/27/2013 - 09/27/2013
Hours6 to 10:30pm
http://www.detroitzoo.org21 and over event will feature more than 30 beers from select Michigan craft breweries, live music and food. Advance tickets are $35 ($40 after September 13) ticket packages include Zoo admission, parking ... read more
Fall Festival, The Detroit Zoo
Dates 10/05/2013 - 10/06/2013
Hours10am to 5pm rain or shine
http://detroitzoo.orgTwo-day Festival features live entertainment, Children activities, hayrides and seasonal food. Fall festival is free with regular Zoo admission. There are additional fees for the children's activity areas ... read more
Zoo Boo, The Detroit Zoo
Dates 10/11/2013 - 10/27/2013
HoursOctober 11-13, 18-20 and 25-27
http://detroitzoo.orgA Merry-Not-Scary celebration features a festively decorated half-mile trick-or-treat trail. Advance tickets can be purchased at Booth One at admission gate or online at www.detroit.org tickets are $8 ... read more
Breakfast With Santa, The Detroit Zoo
Dates 12/07/2013 - 12/21/2013
Hours8am to 10am
http://www.detroitzoo.orgA delicious buffet-style waffle breakfast, held on 3 consecutive Saturdays, Dec. 7,14,21 from 8am to 10am. Seating is limited advance reservations are necessary. Call 248 541-5717 and press 9 for ticket ... read more
GreenFest, Detroit Zoo
Dates 04/20/2013 - 04/21/2013
Hours9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
http://www.detroitzoo.orgGreenFest, a two-day Earth Day event dedicated to celebrating wildlife and educating the community about environmental conservation. Discounted admission of $8 for each guest who turns in a Green Zoo survey, ... read more
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