Wild Happenings

Where wild moments come to life!

Wild Happenings

Daily experiences at the Zoo that give guests a closer look at the animals and the people who care for them. From keeper chats and animal training sessions to ambassador animal encounters and scheduled feedings, there’s always something wild going on!

The below schedule represents the times and locations during our summer season. All Wild Happenings, Wild at Play, and all other activities are subject to animal participation and are weather dependent. Be sure to check in with the front desk during your visit if you plan to participate!

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Meet an ambassador animal

Get up close and personal with wildlife during our Ambassador Animal meet-and-greet! Learn fun facts, hear zookeeper insights, and interact safely with our specially trained animal ambassadors—it’s a unique, unforgettable opportunity to connect with nature during your visit.

Sundays and Thursdays | 1:00pm | Aviary Patio | FREE

*Weather dependent (activity may be cancelled or location may change in inclement weather)
*Subject to animal participation

Penguin Keeper Chat

Watch our penguins dive in for a snack while learning fun facts about their behavior, diet, and care from the keepers who know them best.

Daily | 10:30am | Penguin Habitat | FREE

Bear Feeding

Don’t miss the Bear Feeding—a chance to watch our bears dig in and show off their natural foraging skills! Learn how keepers keep them healthy and active with tasty, enriching snacks.

Daily | 2:00pm | Bear Enclosure | FREE

Sloth Keeper Chat

Slow down and hang out at the Sloth Keeper Chat! Learn all about these laid-back tree-dwellers from the keepers who care for them, including what they eat, how they live, and why being slow is actually pretty smart.

Daily | 3:00pm | Sloth Enclosure | FREE