Our Programs
Join us in an exploration of the wonders of wildlife and conservation through interactive age appropriate programming. We are dedicated to creating experiences that foster a sense of wonder, share knowledge, and advocate active involvement with wildlife and wild places. Programs available for groups and individuals ages 18 months and up.
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Animal Encounters
Animal Encounters Looking to add something special to your day at the zoo? Any group visiting the zoo can enjoy a private and educational meet-and-greet with some of our Animal Ambassadors, including schools, preschools, daycares,...
BIG Zoo Lesson
Calling all teachers! Students, parents, and teachers can use Binder Park Zoo as their classroom for a week-long, in-depth study of biological sciences as they participate in The BIG Zoo Lesson. They will talk with...
Birthday Parties
Birthday Parties The WILDEST birthday parties happen at the zoo! Party packages include animal encounters, themed games, and extraordinary experiences that your guests will long remember. Birthday Parties are for all ages and are available...
Family Overnights
Family Overnights Round up your family and head to Binder Park Zoo for a one-of-a-kind overnight experience! When you spend the night at the zoo, you will: Sleep overlooking the Savanna in Binder Park Zoo's...
Guided Tours
Guided Tours Have you ever wanted to get the inside scoop on Binder Park Zoo? Look no further! Explore the zoo’s most popular areas with a knowledgeable guide. This unique walking tour experience provides in-depth...
Scout & Group Overnights
Scout & Group Overnights Bring your scout troop, youth group, classroom, or private party to spend the night at the Zoo! Choose from East Zoo or Wild Africa Overnight packages. See below for more details...
Summer Day Camps
Experience a WILDLY fun summer at Binder Park Zoo! Safari Day Camps provide your child with fun-filled adventures like no where else. Campers entering 1st through 7th grades will explore the zoo unlike any other...
Zoo Snooze
Bring your scout troop, youth group, class, or private party to Binder Park Zoo for an adventure you’ll never forget! We have four unique topics to choose from, or we can create a custom program...
Zoo Teens
Binder Park Zoo offers two Zoo Teen Programs. Each of these programs strive to provide our Zoo Teens with a fun, educational and worthwhile summer experience at the zoo. Applications must be submitted by May 11, 2020 to be considered for the program. For...
Zookeeper For A Day
So you want to be a zookeeper? Well here is your chance to find out what zookeeping is really about! Join the expert staff at Binder Park Zoo working one on one with a zookeeper...
Zoomobile
Bring the zoo to you! Zoomobile programs bring live animals into your facility! These fun and educational programs can visit classrooms, libraries, senior centers or living facilities, scout meetings, or anywhere that would like to...