The Brandywine Zoo is open every day 10 am to 4pm with seasonal activities throughout the year. All Special Events take place in the zoo, unless otherwise indicated. - 150 intriguing animals
- Free Parking
- Snack bar and gift shop onsite, open seasonally
Admission: Age 12 to adult $4, seniors and children $2, under 3 years free. Members/no charge. The Brandywine Zoo is open every day from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Tuesday, February 9: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months to 6 yrs
Make a valentine for your favorite zoo animal and deliver it! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Wednesday, February 10: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Senior Safari and Bingo - CANCELLED
Senior Adults
For those that are young at heart, enjoy this special event at the zoo designed just for seniors! The day will include live animal encounters, light refreshments and a rousing game of BINGO, zoo style! Registration is strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. Fee: $6 per person/$4 per Delaware Zoological Society Member.
Thursday, February 11: 9:30am - 12:00pm
Grades K-12
Love is in the air this month and shortly thereafter comes babies! Learn interesting facts about the mysteries of zoo babies like: gestation periods of up to TWO years; special diets for moms to be; how porcupines are born; and much more! Registration strongly suggested. Fee: $8 per person/$6 per Delaware Zoological Society Member. ONE adult is free per family.
Saturday, February 13: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Cupid's Creatures, A Valentine Event for Everyone! - CANCELLED
All Ages
Have you been bit by the love bug, the animal love bug that is? Join us in learning about some of the world's least "loveable" animals and see them with the eyes of a zoo professional so that you'll learn to love them as much as we do! Event begins in the Education Building and includes a tour of the zoo, so dress for the weather. Pre-registration strongly suggested as spaces are limited. Fee: $3.00 per person/FREE for Delaware Zoological Society Members (to show you how much we love our members!)
Monday, February 15: 8:00am - 4:00pm (Free aftercare until 5:30pm)
Presidents' Day Camp
For ages 4-13
We've had some awesome, animal-loving Presidents! Come to this camp to find out about some special Presidents and what they have done to help animals and wildlife! Pre-registration required. Fee: $30 per participant/$25 per participant, Delaware Zoological Society Members. For more information call 302-571-7850, ext. 208.
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Tuesday, February 16: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months to 6 yrs
Not all animals are huggable, but all are loveable! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Friday, February 19: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Celebrating Africa!
All Ages
Teachers, Parents, Care Givers, celebrate the wild wonder that is Africa! Learn about African animals, meet some that reside at the Brandywine Zoo, enjoy African arts, crafts, stories, and music! Celebration takes place in the zoo, so dress for the weather. Fee: $2.00 per person!
Tuesday, February 23: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months to 6 yrs
People LOVE their pets, find out which animals make great pets for wee ones! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Saturday, February 27: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Summer Camp and Program Open House!
All Ages
Summer in February? You betcha! The early bird gets the worm, so be one of the first to sign up for our popular programs and spectacular summer camps and receive a special discount (available only on this day!) Enjoy live animal presentations, a make and take zoo camp craft, and a warm snack to make you wish for summer! Open House takes place in the Education Building, located next to the Exotic House. Fee: Free!
Admission: Age 12 to adult $4, seniors and children $2, under 3 years free. Zoo Members/no charge. The Brandywine Zoo is open every day from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Tuesday, March 2: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months to 6 yrs
Spring is a time for animal babies! Learn about animals that live in a pouch as babies! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Program begins in the Education Building. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Thursday, March 4: 10:30am - 11:15am
Story Time at the Zoo: Good Night Moon by Margaret Wise Brown
For all ages, especially the young
Join us for this bedtime favorite and discover what animals come out in the night. The story will be followed by a live animal presentation and craft. Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. Meets in the Education Building, rain or shine. Fee: $2.00 per child. Free for Delaware Zoological Society Members.
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Friday, March 5: 10:00am - 12:00pm
ZOOper Babies Event!
All Ages
Teachers, Parents, Care Givers...Brandywine Zoo is celebrating the new beginnings of Spring by talking about babies! Learn interesting and fun facts about zoo babies and their families, and if Mother Nature cooperates, maybe even meet a baby recently born at the zoo! Join us for a day of fun learning activities, crafts, and of course live animals! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome. Fee: $2.00 per person!
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Saturday March 6: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Brandywine Zoo's Leap into Spring Event!
Celebrate Spring at the Brandywine Zoo! Each day will be full of spring fun such as live entertainment, fun animal games, animal arts and crafts, discovery cart with hands-on animal biofacts!
Sunday, March 7: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Brandywine Zoo's Leap into Spring Event!
Celebrate Spring at the Brandywine Zoo! Each day will be full of spring fun such as live entertainment, fun animal games, animal arts and crafts, discovery cart with hands-on animal biofacts!
Tuesday, March 9: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months to 6 yrs
Spring is a time for animal babies! We'll focus this program on cat babies! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Program meets at the Education Building. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Wednesday March 10: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Senior Safari and Bingo
Senior Adults
For those that are young at heart, enjoy this special event at the zoo designed just for seniors! The day will include live animal encounters, light refreshments and a rousing game of BINGO, zoo style! Program meets in the Education Building. Registration is required. Fee: $6 per person/$4 per Delaware Zoological Society Member.
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Tuesday, March 16: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months to 6 yrs
In this program we'll focus on babies hatched from eggs! Program meets in the Education Building. Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Thursday, March 18: 9:30am - 12:00pm
Grades K-12
Come and take action in saving our ecosystem. Get hands on experience and create your own green products that you can take home and use. Programs will be held simultaneously for older and younger grades. Registration required. Program meets in the Education Building. ONE adult is free per family. Fee: $8.00 per person/$6.00 per Delaware Zoological Society Members.
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Saturday, March 20: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Scout Day at the Brandywine Zoo, An Event for Girl and Boy Scouts!
Enjoy a morning at the zoo designed for scouts and their families! Registered participants for this program get to enjoy special early admission to the zoo before it opens to the public! njoy a morning of games, crafts, and activities all geared toward scout requirements. Brandywine Zoo patches will be available for purchase. This is an outdoor event, so dress for the weather. Fee: $7.00 per person. Pre-registration required, space is limited, so please register early! Deadline for registration is March 15. Please call the zoo at (302) 571-7850, ext. 209.
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Tuesday, March 23: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months to 6 yrs
Spring is a time for animal babies! Learn about rabbits and their young in this program! Program meets in the Education Building. Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Sunday, March 28: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Where's Peter Rabbit?
Hop to it and find out where in the zoo Peter Rabbit is hiding by following special scavenger hunt clues! Make a special rabbit craft to take home! Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Admission: Age 12 to adult $4, seniors and children $2, under 3 years free. Zoo Members/no charge. The Brandywine Zoo is open every day from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Saturdays and Sundays: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Close Encounters of the WILD Kind! Experience wildlife up close and personal at the Brandywine Zoo. Learn about your favorite animals from zoo staff!
Monday, April 5 - Friday April 9: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Ages 4-13
Drop off 8:00-8:30am, camp starting promptly at 8:30am. Aftercare M-Th, until 5 pm
Have a WILD spring break at the zoo! Each day will have a different zoo-related theme and the week will be filled with zoo visits, live animal presentations, crafts, games, songs, stories, learning projects and more! Register in advance for a whole week or any combination of days. Fee: $155/week/child or $35/day/child; $125/week/child or $30/day/child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. Aftercare offered Monday-Thurday: $30/week or $8/day.
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Thursday, April 8: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Volunteer Open House
Ages 18 and up
Looking to make a difference? Want to share your passion for wildlife conservation? Do you want to inspire others? The zoo may be the place for YOU! We are looking for mature, dedicated, knowledgeable, outgoing, and inspiring individuals to spread the Brandywine Zoo's mission about wildlife conservation. To find out more, attend the zoo's open house located in the Education Building (next to the Exotic House.) You will be able to gather information, ask questions, fill out an application, the necessary background check, and even complete the interview process! Registration not required. Fee: FREE!
Tuesday, April 13: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months to 6 yrs
Meet our resident otters and find out many cool facts about these adventurous creatures! Program meets in the Education Building. Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Wednesay, April 14: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
18 months to 6 yrs
Meet our resident otters and find out many cool facts about these adventurous creatures! Program meets in the Education Building. Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Wednesday, April 14: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Volunteer Open House
Ages 18 and up
Looking to make a difference? Want to share your passion for wildlife conservation? Do you want to inspire others? The zoo may be the place for YOU! We are looking for mature, dedicated, knowledgeable, outgoing, and inspiring individuals to spread the Brandywine Zoo's mission about wildlife conservation. To find out more, attend the zoo's open house located in the Education Building (next to the Exotic House.) You will be able to gather information, ask questions, fill out an application, the necessary background check, and even complete the interview process! Registration not required. Fee: FREE!
Saturday, April 17: 10:00am - 3:30pm
Earth Day Celebration 2010 - Party for the Planet
In conjunction with the Third Annual Delaware Week for the Animals, Brandywine Zoo is dedication a Party for the Planet intended to inspire zoo guests to learn about respecting our animal friends, both wild and pets! Learn about their unique care requirements (and why many don't make good pets) at various stations in the zoo. Discover ways to appropriately interact with animals that will benefit them and you! Join the best party in town at the zoo with live entertainment, animal-related games, stories, crafts, live animal presentations and MORE are all part of the day's fun! Celebration takes place in the zoo, so dress for the weather.Registration not required. Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo. For more information about Delaware Week for the Animals visit their website.
Thursday, April 22: 7:00pm - 7:50pm
Backyard Habitats with the Brandywine Zoo: Earth Day Habitats Adults
Do you enjoy a pristinely trimmed lawn? Do you trim
your hedges every month? Well, if so, you may be destroying natural habitat! Join the Brandywine Zoo and Delaware Center for Horticulture for our new Backyard Habitat Series and learn how to turn your barren, foreign landscape into a welcoming oasis for native species in the concrete jungle you call home! The focus of this workshop will be five easy things you can provide to turn your yard into a real-life habitat! Program takes place in the Education Building. Registration required. Walk-ins welcome if space available. Fee: $6/person; $4/person, Delaware Zoological Society Members.
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Saturday, April 24: 10:30am - 12:00pm
Teddy Bear Tea! Boys and Girls of all ages bring your adult and your favorite stuffed animal to this fun event designed to discover what cool tools our zoo animals have to survive! You'll be surprised how much in common zoo animals have with your beloved stuffed animal! We'll explore the zoo together and participate in various fun, animal-related activities. We'll even enjoy sumptuous treats in celebration of animals! Fee: $8/person; $6/person, Delaware Zoological Society Members.
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Saturday, April 24: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Volunteer Open House: Summer Zoo Internships for Teens
Ages 13-18
The Brandywine Zoo's Education Department is looking for committed teens to fill a select number of internship positions this summer. The Zoo's unique internship program offers teens a chance to work in the zoo assisting with summer camps and/or leading informal programs for the public. After successfully completing the application/interview process, all selected interns must attend the mandatory training session on Saturday, May 22, 9:30am - 3:30pm (No Exceptions!) Zoo staff and former teen interns will be on hand to answer questions and to show off the wonder that is the Brandywine Zoo! The Open House will meet in the Education Building. All are welcome to attend. Registration not required. For more information visit our volunteer opportunities section.
Tuesday, April 27: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months to 6 yrs
Meet our resident serval, Savannah! Learn what makes her such a special cat. Program meets in the Education Building. Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Wednesday, April 28: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
18 months to 6 yrs
Meet our resident serval, Savannah! Learn what makes her such a special cat. Program meets in the Education Building. Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Admission: Age 12 to adult $4, seniors and children $2, under 3 years free. Zoo Members/no charge. The Brandywine Zoo is open every day from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Saturdays and Sundays: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Close Encounters of the WILD Kind! Experience wildlife up close and personal at the Brandywine Zoo. Learn about your favorite animals from zoo staff!
Saturdays and Sundays: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Keeper Watching! Experience the Zoo from a Zoo Keeper's perspective. Learn interesting facts about the zoo's fabulous animals and the special ways that keepers deal with them.
Thursday, May 6: 7:00pm - 7:50pm
Backyard Habitats with the Brandywine Zoo: Landscaping with Native Plants & Xeriscaping! Adults
Do you enjoy a pristinely trimmed lawn? Do you trim your hedges every month? Well, if so, you may be destroying natural habitat! Join the Brandywine Zoo and Delaware Center for Horticulture for our new Backyard Habitat Series and learn how to turn your barren, foreign landscape into a welcoming oasis for native species in the concrete jungle you call home! The focus of this workshop will be learning why it's important to use native species in your yard and which ones to use and how to conserve water through xeriscaping by planting drought tolerant plants. Program takes place in the Education Building. Registration required. Walk-ins welcome if space available. Fee: $6/person; $4/person, Delaware Zoological Society Members Click here to register.
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Sunday, May 9: 10:00am - 3:30pm
Celebrating WILD Moms! For all ages
Celebrate your mom and animal moms at the zoo. The day includes activities, games, and a special Mother's Day craft. This event takes place in the main zoo. Registration not required. Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Wednesday, May 12: 11:00am - 12:30pm
Tea Time at the Zoo Adults
Enjoy the royal treatment at the zoo with a spot of tea and great discussion about zoo history! Registration required. Program meets in the Otter Circle. Fee: $6/person; $4/person, Delaware Zoological Society Members.
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Saturday, May 15: 10:00am - 4:00pm
International Migatory Bird Day! For all ages
This event is for the birds! Learn more about our fine, feathered friends and their migratory mysteries! Flock to the zoo for a day full of fun bird games, activities, crafts, and more! Registration not required. Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Tuesday, May 18: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months to 6 yrs
Meet our resident capybara and find out many cool facts about this interesting critter! Program meets in the Education Building. Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Wednesday, May 19: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
18 months to 6 yrs
Meet our resident capybara and find out many cool facts about this interesting critter! Program meets in the Education Building. Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $28 per child/$20 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all four Love Month Programs.
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Thursday, May 20: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Endangered Species Day! 3 yrs. and older
The Brandywine Zoo is home to many species of endangered animals, come and meet some up close! More importantly, find out what YOU can do to save some of these cool species from becoming extinct. Registration strongly suggested. Program takes place in the main zoo. Special Fee: $2.00 per person includes zoo admission and program.
Thursday, May 20: 7:00pm - 7:50pm
Backyard Habitats with the Brandywine Zoo: Attracting Pollinators! Adults
Do you enjoy a pristinely trimmed lawn? Do you trim your hedges every month? Well, if so, you may be destroying natural habitat! Join the Brandywine Zoo and Delaware Center for Horticulture for our new Backyard Habitat Series and learn how to turn your barren, foreign landscape into a welcoming oasis for native species in the concrete jungle you call home! The focus of this workshop will be to learn how pollinators such as bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, etc...play an important role in our lives. Program takes place in the Education Building. Registration required. Walk-ins welcome if space available. Fee: $6/person; $4/person, Delaware Zoological Society Members.
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Admission: Age 12 to adult $5, seniors $4 and children $3, under 3 years free. Zoo Members/no charge. The Brandywine Zoo is open every day from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Daily: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Close Encounters of the WILD Kind! Experience wildlife up close and personal at the Brandywine Zoo. Learn about your favorite animals from zoo staff!
Daily: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Keeper Watching! Experience the Zoo from a Zoo Keeper's perspective. Learn interesting facts about the zoo's fabulous animals and the special ways that keepers deal with them.
Thursdays: 10:30am
Story Time at the Zoo
Delightful animal stories read by a lively storyteller near the Otter Exhibit, may include a craft or activity. Weather Permitting. For all ages-especially the young.
Tuesday, June 8: 10:00am - 3:30pm
World Ocean Day Celebration All Ages
Take a dive into the wonderful world of ocean critters here at the Brandywine Zoo! Learn about this incredible habitat that's as close as a few nautical miles away! From the surface to the deep abyss, from fish to mammals, discover what it would be like to be an ocean critter for a day. Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Thursday, June 10: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
WSTW's Family Fun Night
Raindate June 24
Special evening zoo hours for you to share family time with the zoo animals, WSTW's 93.7 Morning Show personalities Dana & Nancy and the Del-One Credit Union family. See what's new at the zoo including fun "YEAR OF THE FROG" activities and special guests. There will be special exhibits, games, crafts, and of course, live animals! ONE DOLLAR ADMISSION FOR EVERYONE. One-Dollar Hot Dogs and soft drinks too. SPONSORED BY DEL-ONE...DELAWARE'S NUMBER ONE CREDIT UNION.
Sunday, June 20: 10:00am - 3:30pm
Celebrating Wild Dads! All Ages
Dads deserve a day of fun and relaxation with their loved ones. What better way to spend the day than at the zoo? Enjoy dad's-day activities and live animal presentations. Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Friday, June 25: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Summer Lovin' Adults 18 and older
Enjoy a summer evening with your lover or your friends learning more than you ever wanted to know about animal reproduction! Bring your sense of humor and adventure. Program will begin in the Education Building, and then we'll tour the zoo. Hors'douvres, beverages, and fun activities are all a part of the festivities! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. Fee $10/person; $8/person Delaware Zoological Society Members.
Admission: Age 12 to adult $5, seniors $4 and children $3, under 3 years free. Zoo Members/no charge. The Brandywine Zoo is open every day from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Daily: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Close Encounters of the WILD Kind! Experience wildlife up close and personal at the Brandywine Zoo. Learn about your favorite animals from zoo staff!
Daily: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Keeper Watching! Experience the Zoo from a Zoo Keeper's perspective. Learn interesting facts about the zoo's fabulous animals and the special ways that keepers deal with them.
Thursdays: 10:30am
Story Time at the Zoo
Delightful animal stories read by a lively storyteller near the Otter Exhibit, may include a craft or activity. Weather Permitting. For all ages-especially the young.
Saturday, July 3 and Sunday, July 4: 10:00am - 3:30pm
American Celebration All Ages
Show your American pride this weekend by wearing red, white, and blue to the zoo! Enjoy wildly patriotic games, crafts, live animal presentations, and more in honor of our troops present and past! Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo. Free zoo admission for military personnel showing their military ID and their immediate family (spouse and children.)
Thursday, July 15: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
WSTW's Family Fun Night
Raindate July 22
Special evening zoo hours for you to share family time with the zoo animals, WSTW's 93.7 Morning Show personalities Dana & Nancy and the Del-One Credit Union family. See what's new at the zoo including fun "YEAR OF THE FROG" activities and special guests. There will be special exhibits, games, crafts, and of course, live animals! ONE DOLLAR ADMISSION FOR EVERYONE. One-Dollar Hot Dogs and soft drinks too. SPONSORED BY DEL-ONE...DELAWARE'S NUMBER ONE CREDIT UNION.
Saturday, July 17 and Sunday, July 18: 10:00am - 3:30pm
Jungle Boogie All Ages
Take a trek through Tropical Rainforest right here at the Brandywine Zoo! Meet jungle critters up close and personal in this event designed to enlighten you to the beauty and mysteries of the jungle! Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Admission: Age 12 to adult $5, seniors $4 and children $3, under 3 years free. Zoo Members/no charge. The Brandywine Zoo is open every day from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Daily: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Close Encounters of the WILD Kind! Experience wildlife up close and personal at the Brandywine Zoo. Learn about your favorite animals from zoo staff!
Daily: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Keeper Watching! Experience the Zoo from a Zoo Keeper's perspective. Learn interesting facts about the zoo's fabulous animals and the special ways that keepers deal with them.
Thursdays: 10:30am
Story Time at the Zoo
Delightful animal stories read by a lively storyteller near the Otter Exhibit, may include a craft or activity. Weather Permitting. For all ages-especially the young.
Saturday, August 7 and Sunday, August 8: 10:00am - 3:30pm
Shades of Green All Ages
How green are you? How green do you want to be? Discover your personal shade of green and learn some helpful tips to become a deeper, richer shade! This event will include live animal encounters, green crafts and activities and much more! Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Thursday, August 19: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
WSTW's Family Fun Night
Raindate August 26
Special evening zoo hours for you to share family time with the zoo animals, WSTW's 93.7 Morning Show personalities Dana & Nancy and the Del-One Credit Union family. See what's new at the zoo including fun "YEAR OF THE FROG" activities and special guests. There will be special exhibits, games, crafts, and of course, live animals! ONE DOLLAR ADMISSION FOR EVERYONE. One-Dollar Hot Dogs and soft drinks too. SPONSORED BY DEL-ONE...DELAWARE'S NUMBER ONE CREDIT UNION.
Saturday, August 21: 10:00am - 3:30pm
Back to School Blast! School Aged Children
Celebrate the start of a new and great school year at the Zoo! The day will include games, crafts, and activities all geared toward new learning opportunities! Fee: Free with paid admission to the zoo.
Admission: Age 12 to adult $5, seniors $4 and children $3, under 3 years free. Zoo Members/no charge. The Brandywine Zoo is open every day from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Saturdays and Sundays: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Close Encounters of the WILD Kind! Experience wildlife up close and personal at the Brandywine Zoo. Learn about your favorite animals from zoo staff!
Saturdays and Sundays: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Keeper Watching! Experience the Zoo from a Zoo Keeper's perspective. Learn interesting facts about the zoo's fabulous animals and the special ways that keepers deal with them.
Saturday, September 11 and Sunday, September 12: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Art in the Ark All Ages
Enjoy a special day at the zoo celebrating the arts in a wild new way...with the Zoo animals featuring works of art created by the animals themselves! Held in conjunction with the Brandywine Arts Festival, enjoy a wild art stations, discovery cart, and live animal encounters! The event is FREE with paid admission to the Brandywine Arts Festival!
Saturday, September 25: 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Zoo Fiesta All Ages
The Brandywine Zoo and the Latin American Community Center are working together to provide a WILD Fiesta! Learn about endangered species from Latin Countries and more importantly learn how YOU can make a difference! This bilingual event will include: animal maraca craft, face painting, music, crafts, and more...all in Spanish and English! What's a fiesta without a piñata? Observe several Zoo animals, including our tiger, play with their own special piñatas! Free with paid admission to the Zoo.
¡El Zoológico Brandywine y el Centro Comunitario Latinoamericano le invitan a nuestra Fiesta Silvestre! Aprenda acerca de animales bajo riesgo de extinción que derivan de países Latinos pero mas importante aprenda como hacer una diferencia. ¡Este evento bilingüe incluirá: un taller de maracas silvestres, artes y artesanías, música, concurso de dibujos y mucho más! Todo será en español e Ingles. ¿Y que es una fiesta sin una piñata? ¡Venga y observe a nuestros animales, incluyendo nuestro tigre, jugar con sus propias piñatas especiales! Todo gratis con admisión pagado al Zoológico.
Saturday, October 16: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Autumn with the Animals All Ages
Enjoy Fall festivities at Brandywine Zoo's Autumn with the Animals! The whole family will enjoy games, face painting, live entertainment, and live animal presentations. Children are welcome to wear Halloween costumes if desired! Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Saturday, October 23: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Autumn with the Animals All Ages
Enjoy Fall festivities at Brandywine Zoo's Autumn with the Animals! The whole family will enjoy games, face painting, live entertainment, and live animal presentations. Children are welcome to wear Halloween costumes if desired! Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Saturday, October 30: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Autumn with the Animals All Ages
Enjoy Fall festivities at Brandywine Zoo's Autumn with the Animals! The whole family will enjoy games, face painting, live entertainment, and live animal presentations. Children are welcome to wear Halloween costumes if desired! Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Saturday, November 13: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Scout Day at the Brandywine Zoo, An Event for Girl and Boy Scouts!
Enjoy a morning at the zoo designed for scouts and their families! Registered participants for this program get to enjoy special early admission to the zoo before it opens to the public! njoy a morning of games, crafts, and activities all geared toward scout requirements. Brandywine Zoo patches will be available for purchase. This is an outdoor event, so dress for the weather. Fee: $7.00 per person. Pre-registration required, space is limited, so please register early! Deadline for registration is March 15. Please call the zoo at (302) 571-7850, ext. 209.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
Saturday, December 11 and Sunday, December 12: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Holly-Zoo Days! All Ages
Enjoy an afternoon or two at the zoo to rev up your holiday spirit! Walk amongst your wild friends that reside at the zoo, sip a warm beverage, listen to festive music, and round off your trip with a visit to the "Zootique" gift store! Fee: FREE with zoo admission.
Friday, December 31: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Noon Year's Eve Celebration at Brandywine Zoo! All Ages
Celebrate the New Year Zoo-style by ringing in the New Year at NOON! We'll have games, crafts, and a celebratory atmosphere and of course a sparkling apple cider toast as the clock strikes 12 (Noon that is!) Pre-registration suggested, walk-in's welcome.Fee: $3 per person/$2per person Delaware Zoological Society Members.
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