Tails & Scales
2024-08-03 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Detroit) | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
Get ready to explore the incredible role these scaly creatures play in our environment, right here in Michigan! From stealthy snakes to lively lizards, we’re slithering our way to the heart of our local ecosystem to discover the amazing ways these critters help keep our world in balance!

Roar & Explore
2024-08-17 11:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
Let’s make some dino-mite memories and journey back in time together! We’re uncovering all the secrets of these colossal creatures, from digging into dino anatomy to discovering the awesome job of paleontologists. Plus, get ready to be amazed as we reveal some modern-day dinos living among us, and take a closer look at Michigan’s very own fossil history!

Turtle Tidbits
2024-08-31 11:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
In celebration of shell-ebration of World Turtle Day and all our turtle and tortoise buddies, let’s make waves for turtle conservation together! Learn how you can help to preserve the natural habitat of these slow and steady pals.

International Vulture Awareness Day
2024-09-14 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
Join us for our celebration of International Vulture Awareness Day! These feathered friends may not be the fanciest, but they play a SUPER important role in keeping our world clean and healthy. From preserving their habitats to spreading awareness, we’ve got all the tips and tricks to help our vulture buddies thrive!

Senior Day
2024-09-20 11:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
Party with the Saginaw County Commission on Aging, featuring dancing and live music from David Britton! RSVP for a light lunch by 9/10 via the Commission on Aging (989-797-6880)*. Seniors 60+ receive FREE admission into the Zoo this day from 10AM-5PM!
*Lunch served at noon. Meal donation of $2.25 for 60+ $5.00 for guests <60.

Paws & Claws
2024-09-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
The majestic Mexican Grey Wolf might seem like a character from a fairy tale, but they play an important role in keeping nature in balance! Join us for a howling good time learning about wolf conservation and what your Zoo pals are doing to contribute to the effort.

ZOO BOO 2024
2024-10-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-13 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-19 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-20 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-26 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
Enjoy a Halloween costume party, themed edZOOcational activities, wacky entertainment, and ghoulishly fun giveaways at our spooktacularly decorated Zoo! Enjoy free Carousel and Train rides, too!
Infants 11 months and under are free. Saginaw Children’s Zoo members receive FREE admission to this event and do not need a ticket for entry. Reciprocal discounts are not accepted during Zoo Boo or any other specially ticketed event.
NOT A MEMBER? Tickets for this Special Event will be available for purchase here!

Opening Day
2025-04-25 10:00 - 17:00 | MI

Penguin Palooza: A Whole Waddle Fun (World Penguin Day)
2025-05-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
Get ready for a flippin’ fantastic event all about our coolest feathered friends – the African Penguins! In celebration of World Penguin Day, we’ll waddle together to learn about the African Penguin SAFE and how we can support penguins through being super-duper responsible shoppers and other conservation efforts!

Migratory Marvels (World Migratory Bird Day)
2025-05-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
In celebration of World Migratory Bird Day, we’re spreading our wings to discover the incredible journey of bird migration and the challenges our feathered friends face along the way. From dodging obstacles to finding food and safe havens, these birds are true warriors of the sky! But fear not, because YOU can be a hero to our migrating pals right from the comfort of your own home.

June Ice Cream ZOOfari
2025-06-11 17:30 - 20:30 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
This WILDLY FUN EVENT will include an opportunity to visit your animal friends at the Zoo after hours, enjoy free Carousel and Train rides, and a FREE ice cream!
Infants 11 months and under are free. Saginaw Children’s Zoo members receive free admission into Ice Cream ZOOfari, and do not need a ticket for entry.

Marvelous Monarchs
2025-06-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
Nature enthusiasts, get ready to spread your wings and fly into an amazing adventure all about the incredible Monarch Butterfly! Discover the epic and sometimes risky trips that Monarch butterflies take not once, but twice a year! and learn how YOU can become a hero for these fluttering friends by taking simple actions right in your own backyard.

2025 BREW at the ZOO
2025-06-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
Save the Date! Brew at the Zoo is Back- Presented by Hausbeck Pickles and Peppers!
Join us Wednesday June 18, 2025 from 6:00-9:00pm for an unforgettable evening of brews (and wine!), delicious bites, and live entertainment—all in the company of your favorite animal friends!
Enjoy an adults-only night out while supporting the Zoo you love.
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Mary Deeg-Kowalewski

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Zach Moulton
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Mary Sue & Charles Markey
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Chad & Jordan Boyce

Otterly Fun Day at the Zoo (World Otter Day)
2025-06-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
Join us for a splashtastic World Otter Day celebration, learning how we can lend a helping paw in preserving our local freshwater systems for the North American River Otter, and other otter species around the globe. Let’s make waves for our otter buddies!

Chirp and Cheer
2025-07-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
Let’s tweet together for a world where North American Songbirds soar high and sing loud! From creating awesome habitats with native plants, brewing bird-friendly coffee, dimming bright lights to help our night-time flyers, and learning how keeping your cat indoors can make a difference, we’ll share how you can lend a wing to our chirpy friends. Plus, learn some super neat tricks to make your windows bird-safe!

July Ice Cream ZOOfari
2025-07-16 17:30 - 20:30 | MI
This WILDLY FUN EVENT will include an opportunity to visit your animal friends at the Zoo after hours, enjoy free Carousel and Train rides, and a FREE ice cream!
Infants 11 months and under are free. Saginaw Children’s Zoo members receive free admission into Ice Cream ZOOfari, and do not need a ticket for entry.
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Turtle Tidbits (World Turtle Day)
2025-07-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States

Tails and Scales
2025-08-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States

August Ice Cream ZOOfari
2025-08-13 17:30 - 20:30 | MI
This WILDLY FUN EVENT will include an opportunity to visit your animal friends at the Zoo after hours, enjoy free Carousel and Train rides, and a FREE ice cream!
Infants 11 months and under are free. Saginaw Children’s Zoo members receive free admission into Ice Cream ZOOfari, and do not need a ticket for entry.

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Bobwhite Boogie
2025-08-23 11:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States
Nature explorers, have you heard about the real-life feathered superhero: the Masked Bobwhite? Join us as we get our groove on with this unique bird and the super cool efforts being made to save it from disappearing forever!
We will have information about our critically endangered bobwhites, and the history behind their conservation story, as well as a groovy game and activity for you to take part in!
There is NO EXTRA CHARGE for this event so come on over to the Zoo for a day of bobwhite boogie fun!

Paws and Claws
2025-09-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Saginaw Children’s Zoo, 1730 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601, United States

Zoo Boo 2025
2025-10-04 10:00 - 17:00 | MI
Join us for a spook-tacular celebration at the Saginaw Children’s Zoo! Explore themed areas filled with festive décor, interactive activities, and animal-inspired fun. Your $10 admission includes unlimited train and carousel rides, Dr. Slime’s entertaining shows, prizes, and treats throughout the zoo. Zoo members get in FREE!
Zoo Boo takes place weekends in October from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Costumes are encouraged for all ages—come ready for a “merry, not scary” Halloween adventure!
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Nancy Parker & Dr. David Lyman

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Wobig Construction
