Events

Calling all ghouls and goblins, it's time to trick-or-treat around the Zoo at our annual Hoots & Howls events! Join us for the Hoots & Howls daytime Halloween festival of events at your Zoo! Wear your costumes and trick-or-treat around the Candy Trail, join the DJ for a Monster Mash dance party on Henley Lawn, take […]

Calling all ghouls and goblins, it's time to trick-or-treat around the Zoo at our annual Hoots & Howls events! Join us for the Hoots & Howls daytime Halloween festival of events at your Zoo! Wear your costumes and trick-or-treat around the Candy Trail, join the DJ for a Monster Mash dance party on Henley Lawn, take […]

Calling all ghouls and goblins, it's time to trick-or-treat around the Zoo at our annual Hoots & Howls events! Join us for the Hoots & Howls daytime Halloween festival of events at your Zoo! Wear your costumes and trick-or-treat around the Candy Trail, join the DJ for a Monster Mash dance party on Henley Lawn, take […]

In honor of Veteran's Day, the Zoo will be offering FREE admission to veterans, active and retired military, including five dependents (up to s total) on Saturday, November 11 through Sunday, November 12. Guests must show proof of military service (military ID card, dependent ID card, or driver’s license with veteran’s designation) at the ticket […]

ZOO YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATIONS PLANNED AT BIRMINGHAM ZOO Get an early start to 2024. Swing into the New Year. Two Zoo Year’s Eve celebrations featuring Jingles, a giant plush monkey, are planned for Sunday, December 31. These are very family friendly events for those who may have trouble staying up until midnight. The giant 5-foot […]

Always a successful event, Jefferson County Commission will be holding another FREE E-Recycling Day at the Birmingham Zoo on Saturday, January 27 from 9:00 am until 11:30 am. This event is rain or shine, but lightning or severe weather may cause collection to be paused for the safety for staff and attendees. Below is a […]

Please join us! Audubon Bird Walk: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.* Birmingham Zoo Activities: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. *pre-registration with Audubon required The Birmingham Zoo is excited to partner with the Birmingham Audubon Society for the annual Great Backyard Bird Count. Before the Zoo opens, Alabama Audubon will lead a birding walk through the […]

Join us for Spire Safari Challenge Day – Feb. 24 Come join us at Spire Safari Challenge Day for fun, prizes and activities! When: Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where: Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223 Bring a canned good to benefit the Community Foodbank of Central Alabama and get 10% […]

Spring into Adventure! Welcome to the ultimate spring adventure at your Birmingham Zoo! Spring 2024 is set to be a season of exploration, education, and unforgettable family moments. Starting March 13, your Birmingham Zoo is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. The zoo will be open the Monday and Tuesday of […]

Join your Birmingham Zoo on Saturday, April 20 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for Farm Day! Celebrate Alabama's farming heritage and learn about how we care for our farm animals and conserve our local, native wildlife. Guests can create rural-themed arts and crafts, experience a sheep shearing by our Animal Care Professionals, meet local […]