Fox 6 and the Birmingham Zoo Needs You, Your Children, Family and Friends to support the Zoo - LIVE!

Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2007

Time: Anytime between 6 am - 9 am

Location: Birmingham Zoo, Children's Zoo (Iron Gate Entrance)

Join us as we announce to over a million Fox 6 viewers why the Zoo is the #1 tourist attraction in Alabama. Fox 6 will be highlighting the Zoo on Wednesday, June 20, 2007, LIVE. We will have five segments to showcase YOUR Zoo. Bring your family and friends as we promote the Zoo with Jeh Jeh Pruitt. Don't worry about your morning pick-me-up! There will be coffee, tea, water and breakfast pastries provided by Red Diamond for you to enjoy! In addition, we will have educational animal encounters, carousel rides, fun in the fountains (bring swimsuits for the kids!), etc.

Please let us know if you're coming to support the Zoo by emailing jadcock@birminghamzoo.com no later than Monday, June 18.

This is going to be a fun-filled morning sponsored by the Cultural Alliance of Greater Birmingham that you don't want to miss!

Thanks for your support!

 


Big Snake Day this Saturday!

Big Snake Day
Saturday, June 16

11 am & 1:30 pm

What a great way to spend Father's Day weekend with dad!


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!

Member’s Only Twilight Tour - Sign Up Today!
June 23, 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm

See the Zoo in a whole new light in this fun evening program for children age 4 and older and their parents. All children must be accompanied by an adult. During this fun program, you will see an animal show, eat a snack, ride the carousel and take a night tour around the zoo. A shorter tour option with a craft will be available for families who choose not to go on the whole tour. Cost is $15 per person. Pre-registration and payment are required. You can register by calling 205.397.3864.

Zoo Night at the Baron's
June 26, 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.

 

Member’s Only Zoo Snooze - Sign Up Today!
June 29, 7:30 pm – 7:00 am

Enjoy the zoo at night in this exciting overnight experience for children 5 and older and their parents. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

During the program, you will see an animal show, go on a carousel ride, eat a snack, and go on a night tour of the zoo after dark.

All you need to bring is a sleeping bag, a flashlight, a change of clothes, and any toiletries you need for the night. A snack during the evening and breakfast will be provided. Outside food and drinks are not permitted. Please eat dinner before you arrive. The Zoo Snooze will take place in the Children’s Zoo, where groups will sleep out under the stars. Participants are welcome to bring their own tents, as long as they are free-standing. No stakes are permitted. Cost is $25 per person. Pre-registration and payment are required. You can register by calling 205.397.3864.

Butterfly Encounter
Sponsored by First American Bank

10 to 4 pm daily
The 3,000-square-foot botanical exhibit sponsored by First American Bank features butterflies of more than 20 species, all native to Alabama.

Sea Lion Splash Show
Sponsored by Red Diamond Coffee & Tea

10:30, 10:50 am, 3 & 3:20 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, 10:45 am, 3:00 pm & 3:15 pm.

 

Do you have a Wild Side?

Enjoy hanging with new friends? Just a little Cuckoo? If so, then volunteering at the Zoo is for You! To volunteer at the Birmingham Zoo simply click here or e-mail the volunteer coordinator.

 

Daily Activities

Lorikeet Aviary 11-11:30 & 2:20-3:00 (weather permitting)
Giraffe Encounter 10-11 am & 2 - 3 pm (weekends only)
Pelican Keeper Talks/Feedings 10:00 & 3:30 (weather permitting)

 

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