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First Responders Day

Franklin Park Zoo 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston

Franklin Park Zoo is proud to honor those who risk their lives to keep our community safe. On Saturday, August 3, first responders will receive FREE admission to the Zoo. Accompanying family members will receive $5 off admission, up to five people. First responders include employees of an emergency service who are likely to be among the first people to assist at the scene of an emergency such as an accident or natural disaster. This…

Celebrate World Lion Day at Franklin Park Zoo

Franklin Park Zoo 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston

In honor of World Lion Day on August 10, visitors to Franklin Park Zoo will have the opportunity to learn more about these majestic animals and why conservation efforts on their behalf are so important. Visitors of all ages have the opportunity to see 10-year-old lion brothers Dinari and Kamaia at the lion exhibit located within Kalahari Kingdom. There will be lion themed crafts and activities for children, as well as the opportunity to learn…

For ticket information, visit www.franklinparkzoo.org.

Red Panda Day at the Franklin Park Zoo

Franklin Park Zoo 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston

Join us as we celebrate International Red Panda Day at Franklin Park Zoo. Learn all about these species during zookeeper chats. Meet author Gemmesa Johnson and listen to a reading of her book Seacoo. Books will be available for purchase in the gift shop. Come discover how you can help save red pandas! Zoo New England is committed to the conservation of red pandas and has supported the Red Panda Network, which seeks to save…

Pirate & Princess Day at the Franklin Park Zoo

Franklin Park Zoo 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston

Feel like you’re in a fairytale at Franklin Park Zoo! Meet and pose for photos with the princesses and learn how you can be a pirate under the instruction of Captain Jack and his crew. There will also be crafts, special animal encounters and an education station. Kids are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite fairy tale outfit, and don’t forget the camera!

Spend a WILD school vacation week at Franklin Park Zoo!

Franklin Park 1 Franklin Park Rd, Boston, MA 02121, Boston, MA, United States

WHAT: Looking for a great way to end the year? During your winter school vacation week, connect with incredible wildlife and spend a memorable day with family and friends exploring Franklin Park Zoo. Be sure to visit the education station inside the Tropical Forest, where you’ll learn about the amazing adaptations of animals during the cold winter months. There will also be fun winter-themed activities, crafts, zookeeper encounters and much more to explore! WHEN: December…

Celebrate Little Joe’s 27th Birthday!

Franklin Park Zoo 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston

It’s Little Joe’s 27th birthday, and you’re invited to the party! The gorilla exhibit will be festively decorated, and the gorillas will enjoy treats made especially for them. Guests will also have the opportunity to sign a giant birthday card for Little Joe and enjoy cake from Montilio’s Baking Company, available first come, first served.  After you’ve had your fill of cake, be sure to explore the rest of the Tropical Forest, where there will…

$10.95 – $16.95

Solve a ZOOdunnit during February break at the Franklin Park Zoo!

Franklin Park Zoo 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston

Brush off your detective hat and magnifying glass and head over to Franklin Park Zoo during February school vacation week! Visit Detective Headquarters in the Tropical Forest, where you’ll make your trusty clue notebook, receive your mission for the day, and learn about the suspected animal culprits. Along to help you crack the puzzle is Maxine, the two-toed sleuth. Don’t be deceived by the slow reputation – Maxine is quite the quick-witted sloth, and ready…

$10.95 – $16.95

A roaring birthday celebration for Franklin Park Zoo’s lions!

Franklin Park Zoo 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston

Lion brothers Dinari and Kamaia turn 11 in March, and guests are invited to celebrate the occasion. This roaring good time will include special birthday enrichment items for the lions and an opportunity to meet with one of our expert zookeepers and learn more about our lion brothers and the species as a whole. Get creative with lion-themed arts and crafts and pick up some new facts about lions to impress your friends and family…

$10.95 – $16.95

Enrichment fun in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day

Franklin Park Zoo 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston

Go green with Franklin Park Zoo on Saturday, March 16! Watch some of the animals receive green-themed treats in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Guests can get creative at the arts and crafts table and test your animal knowledge at the education station.

$10.95 – $16.95

Fun in the Tropics at Franklin Park Zoo

Franklin Park Zoo 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston

Longing for an island getaway? Escape to the Tropics with the Zoo’s emerging leaders group, The Wild Things, at Franklin Park Zoo! Join us in your best luau gear as you dance and limbo your way through the Tropical Forest with friends! Watch the ring-tail lemurs as they discover tropical themed enrichment in their decorated exhibit, and don’t miss special opportunities to meet some of the Zoo’s animal ambassadors. Join Zoo staff to learn more…

$30 – $40

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