Lincoln Children's Zoo offers a variety of exciting and interactive events for the whole family!
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August
August 7, 14, 21, 28: Wild Wednesdays
10 a.m. - 8 p.m. | Presented by Wilderness Station Pediatric Dentistry The Zoo opens at 10 a.m. and stays open late 'til 8 p.m. every Wednesday in June, July & August.
August 17: Brews at the Zoo
6 p.m. - 11 p.m. | Presented by Nebraska Lottery
It's time for adults 21 and over to enjoy some delicious craft beers and amazing music at the Zoo! Listen to live music by Rascal Martinez while enjoying craft beer and cider from local breweries! Plus, a variety of food will be available for purchase during the event.
August 30: Brews at the Zoo
6 p.m. - 11 p.m. | Presented by Nebraska Lottery
It's time for adults 21 and over to enjoy some delicious craft beers and amazing music at the Zoo! Listen to live music by The Wildwoods while enjoying craft beer and cider from local breweries! Plus, a variety of food will be available for purchase during the event.
September
September 6: Brews at the Zoo
6 p.m. - 11 p.m. | Presented by Nebraska Lottery
It's time for adults 21 and over to enjoy some delicious craft beers and amazing music at the Zoo! Listen to live music by AM/FM while enjoying craft beers from Zipline Brewery, Empyrean Ales, White Elm Brewing, Lucky Bucket Brewing and more! Plus, a variety of food will be available for purchase during the event.
September 11: Member Extra Hours
9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Lincoln Children's Zoo members get exclusive extra hours from 9 to 10 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Plus, take advantage of great perks including free cookies from Runza for the first 1,000 members and additional Animal Encounter shows! The Zoo is open to non-members 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
September 25: Member Extra Hours
9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Lincoln Children's Zoo members get exclusive extra hours from 9 to 10 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Plus, take advantage of great perks including free cookies from Runza for the first 1,000 members and additional Animal Encounter shows! The Zoo is open to non-members 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
October
October 2: Sensory Safari
10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Presented by Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
Visually and sensory impaired guests will have the opportunity to touch, feel, hear, and smell at interpretative stations located throughout the Zoo. Nature experts from organizations across Nebraska will engage visitors at each station. Sensory Safari is possible through a partnership with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission.
October 26, 27, 28, 29 & 30: Boo at the Zoo
5:30 - 8:00 p.m. | Presented by Lienemann Charitable Foundation
Boo at the Zoo is Lincoln's largest trick-or-treat event. The entire family will love stopping at over 40 trick-or-treat booths to get candy, coupons, and more. All of the money raised during Boo at the Zoo directly supports the Zoo and its animals. Runza® will have kid and adult meals available for purchase this year. A portion of the proceeds will support the Lincoln Children’s Zoo.
November & December
November 29 - December 30: Zoo Lights Powered by LES
5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Get in the holiday spirit with Zoo Lights Powered by LES! The Zoo will be transformed into one of the largest lights displays in the midwest. This experience includes a 40 ft. Christmas tree, over 30 lit animal silhouettes, holiday train rides, a tree canopy light walk, a 60 foot light tunnel and more!
