2008 Events

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Summer Camp Registration - Register today!
Pre-register your little tiger now for Zoofari Summer Camp. You may register, online, by calling the Education Department at 879.0409 or stop by the Membership Office to obtain the registration form.

Wild About Books! Story Time
Sponsored by Books-A-Million
May 9, 10 am
Join us every Friday at 10 am on Grandma’s Back Porch for a story about a Zoo animal, craft and special animal encounter! Runs through September 26.

3rd Annual Zoo Run - Register Online!
Sponsored by Bruno's
May 10, 7:30 am
Attention runners of all ages! Make your way to the Birmingham Zoo on May 10 as Bruno's presents the 3rd Annual Zoo Run: Stampeding for Wild Elephants. The new morning race will feature the Cheetah Challenge, You Can Toucan and Turtle Trot for kids. All registration fees will benefit the International Elephant Foundation. Join us for a post-race breakfast and a fun day at the Zoo! Register online today!

Schedule of Events

If interested in volunteering for the event and you currently are not a Zoo volunteer, email the AAZK Zoo Run Committee. Please include "Zoo Run Volunteer" in the subject line. Adult volunteers only. Online registration will begin soon so check back often for updates!

Zoo Night at the Baron's
May 13, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Join us every homegame Tuesday night for a fun-filled night of Baron's Baseball and a special animal "meet and greet" at the Regions Park. General admission tickets are $6 per person.

Wild About Books! Story Time
Sponsored by Books-A-Million
May 16, 10 am
Join us every Friday at 10 am on Grandma’s Back Porch for a story about a Zoo animal, craft and special animal encounter! Runs through September 26.

Little League Day
May 17, 11 am to 1 pm
Calling all teams! The Birmingham Zoo and the Birmingham Barons invite you to spend a day with your teammates! Wear your team jerseys and bring your camera to get pictures taken with Babe Ruff and Lillie Mays, the Birmingham Barons famous mascots! All little league players wearing a team jersey will get in FREE and will be given tickets for a chance to win one of our great door prizes! Special lunch packages also available!

***All children must be accompanied by a paying adult*** Limit 4 children per adult

For more information contact:
Christine Lynch
205-397-3859
Email Christine today

Sea Lion Splash Show
Sponsored by Red Diamond Coffee & Tea
10:30 am & 3 pm everyday
Join us for the new Sea Lion Splash Show!   Meet the Zoo's two new sea lions, Bart & Cicely! Visitors can see the Sea Lion Splash Show daily at 10:30 am and 3 pm.

Butterfly Encounter
Sponsored by First American Bank
10 to 4 pm daily, season opening April 19th!
The 3,000-square-foot botanical exhibit sponsored by First American Bank features butterflies of more than 20 species, all native to Alabama.

Kangaroo Kountry Now Opening!
G’day mate! We have new animals from the Land Down Under coming to you Zoo! Join us for the grand opening of the Zoo’s newest exhibit, Kangaroo Kountry. Located near the Lorikeet Aviary, this immersive exhibit is home to several red and grey kangaroos, wallabies, and a variety of reptiles, birds and amphibians native to Australia.

Are you ready to go hiking in the outback? In this new exhibit, you can walk right through the outback with the kangaroos! A public walk-way will wind through the bush, and allow you an up-close look at these amazing animals. Kangaroos will bask in the sun and hop to their feeding station right next to you.

Kangaroo Kountry, presented by Birmingham Coca-Cola Bottling Company, combines the animals, culture and fun of Australia and brings it to you! So whether you’re a bloke, a Sheila, or a little joey, hop into Kangaroo Kountry soon! Hooroo!

Zoo Night at the Baron's
May 27, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Join us every homegame Tuesday night for a fun-filled night of Baron's Baseball and a special animal "meet and greet" at the Regions Park. General admission tickets are $6 per person.

Wild About Books! Story Time
Sponsored by Books-A-Million
May 30, 10 am
Join us every Friday at 10 am on Grandma’s Back Porch for a story about a Zoo animal, craft and special animal encounter! Runs through September 26.

Zoofari Summer Camp 2008
Begins June 2
Sign up today for this unique and interactive week-long camp!
Travel the world with Zoofari Summer Camp 2007! Each day campers will “travel” to a new biome to learn about the animals that live there.

During Zoofari Camp 2007, campers will experience:

-Behind the Scenes Tour
-Crafts and Activities
-Live Animal Demonstrations
-Train/Carousel Ride (as weather permits)
-Mid-morning Snack
-Lorikeet and Fish Feedings
-Animal Artifacts (Biofacts)

Click here for more information or to register! Hurry, spots are filling up fast!

Wild About Books! Story Time
Sponsored by Books-A-Million
June 6, 10 am
Join us every Friday at 10 am on Grandma’s Back Porch for a story about a Zoo animal, craft and special animal encounter! Runs through September 26.

Wild About Books! Story Time
Sponsored by Books-A-Million
June 13, 10 am
Join us every Friday at 10 am on Grandma’s Back Porch for a story about a Zoo animal, craft and special animal encounter! Runs through September 26.

Big Snake Day
June 14

11 am & 1:30 pm
Get up close and personal with some humongous reptiles! Every year, the Zoo takes a day to measure and weigh the largest snakes in our collection – anacondas, reticulated pythons and more. Visitor participation is required for this big task!

Zoo Night at the Baron's
June 17, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Join us every homegame Tuesday night for a fun-filled night of Baron's Baseball and a special animal "meet and greet" at the Regions Park. General admission tickets are $6 per person.

Wild About Books! Story Time
Sponsored by Books-A-Million
June 20, 10 am
Join us every Friday at 10 am on Grandma’s Back Porch for a story about a Zoo animal, craft and special animal encounter! Runs through September 26.

Wild About Books! Story Time
Sponsored by Books-A-Million
June 27, 10 am
Join us every Friday at 10 am on Grandma’s Back Porch for a story about a Zoo animal, craft and special animal encounter! Runs through September 26.

Zoo Night at the Baron's
July 1, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Join us every homegame Tuesday night for a fun-filled night of Baron's Baseball and a special animal "meet and greet" at the Regions Park. General admission tickets are $6 per person.

Wild About Books! Story Time
Sponsored by Books-A-Million
July 4, 10 am
Join us every Friday at 10 am on Grandma’s Back Porch for a story about a Zoo animal, craft and special animal encounter! Runs through September 26.

Zoo Night at the Baron's
July 8, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Join us every homegame Tuesday night for a fun-filled night of Baron's Baseball and a special animal "meet and greet" at the Regions Park. General admission tickets are $6 per person.

Wild About Books! Story Time
Sponsored by Books-A-Million
July 11, 10 am
Join us every Friday at 10 am on Grandma’s Back Porch for a story about a Zoo animal, craft and special animal encounter! Runs through September 26.

Wild About Books! Story Time
Sponsored by Books-A-Million
July 18, 10 am
Join us every Friday at 10 am on Grandma’s Back Porch for a story about a Zoo animal, craft and special animal encounter! Runs through September 26.

Play Day for the Animals
July 19, 10 am
Wanna see a lion eat a popsicle? See how we keep life exciting for the animals during the lazy days of summer with frozen treats, puzzle feeders, and more. Ask our expert keeper staff about our enrichment program, then experience firsthand what it’s like to be your favorite animal – see what it’s like to hunt like a tiger, search for food like a spider monkey and try to solve a puzzle feeder just like an animal! Fun activities for kids and the young at heart throughout the day! Schedule of activites coming soon.

Zoo Night at the Baron's
July 22, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Join us every homegame Tuesday night for a fun-filled night of Baron's Baseball and a special animal "meet and greet" at the Regions Park. General admission tickets are $6 per person.

Wild About Books! Story Time
Sponsored by Books-A-Million
July 25, 10 am
Join us every Friday at 10 am on Grandma’s Back Porch for a story about a Zoo animal, craft and special animal encounter! Runs through September 26.

Zoo Night at the Baron's
August 5, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Join us every homegame Tuesday night for a fun-filled night of Baron's Baseball and a special animal "meet and greet" at the Regions Park. General admission tickets are $6 per person.

Zoo Night at the Baron's
August 19, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Join us every homegame Tuesday night for a fun-filled night of Baron's Baseball and a special animal "meet and greet" at the Regions Park. General admission tickets are $6 per person.

Harvest Day
September 13
10 am - 4 pm
You don't have to travel far and wide to learn about animals - just head down to the farm! The 6th annual Harvest Day in the Children's Zoo will be your chance to enjoy a harvest celebration complete with music, square dancers, line dancers, quilters, crafts, wood cutter, story time on Grandma's Back Porch, demonstrations, games, face painting and much more!