Birmingham Zoo
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Events

Memorial Day Weekend 2023, May 29, 2023

Your Birmingham Zoo will be open on the Memorial Day holiday, Monday May 29th, from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. In honor of the holiday, all veterans, active and retired military, including their dependents (up to six) will receive FREE admission to the Birmingham Zoo throughout Memorial Day weekend, Saturday, May 27 through Monday, May […]

Sea Lion Send-Off

Your Birmingham Zoo invites you to join us for a Sea Lion Send-Off on Henley Lawn, Saturday, May 27, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. to wish Farley and Gio safe travels to their new home! Longtime residents and fan favorites of your Birmingham Zoo, California sea lions, Farley and Giovanni (Gio) will be moving to […]

Zoo Brews 2023

Craft beer lovers will enjoy a fantastic selection of beverages from the finest specialty brews and wines. Experience breweries from all over Alabama and the southeast while you travel through the Zoo. Perfect for adults 21 and up, this event is a signature favorite! Attendees will delight in tasty selections from local food truck vendors and […]

Open Monday, July 3

Your Birmingham Zoo will be open on Monday, July 3rd and Tuesday, July 4th from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Zoo guests can enjoy seasonal favorites and special activities including the Junior League of Birmingham Hugh Kaul Children’s Zoo and Splash Pads, Giraffe Feedings* at the Kiwanis Giraffe Encounter, rides on the Red Diamond Express […]

Fourth of July at your Birmingham Zoo

Your Birmingham Zoo will be open Tuesday, July 4th from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. In honor of the holiday, all veterans, active and retired military, including their dependents (up to six) will receive FREE admission to the Birmingham Zoo on Tuesday, July 4th. Proof of valid identification is required for free admission. Zoo guests […]

Back to School Supply Drive

Your Birmingham Zoo invites you to join us for our Back to School Supply Drive event, benefitting Title 1 Birmingham City Schools. Our event aims to make a meaningful impact by providing kids with essential school supplies and ensuring they have the necessary tools for a successful academic year. Date: Saturday, July 29th Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 […]

Pancakes and Princesses

Hear ye, hear ye – Princes and Princesses! Join your Birmingham Zoo for a magical morning with our court of Enchanted Princesses during the royal Pancakes and Princesses Breakfast! Taking place on Saturday, August 12 the first seating will be from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and the second seating will be from 10:30 a.m. […]

Fairytales and Frogs

Princes and Princesses! Lords and Ladies! The Birmingham Zoo formally invites all royal characters and yes, even some frogs, to attend our Fairytales and Frogs Day on Friday, August 12 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Festivities will take place on Henley Park Lawn and are included in the price of Zoo admission for the day […]

Labor Day at the Zoo: First Responder & Healthcare Worker Discount Days 2023

In celebration of the Labor Day holiday, the Birmingham Zoo will be open on Monday, September 4th from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm. The Zoo will be offering $12 discounted admission to First Responders and Healthcare Workers (with valid ID/badge) and up to four (4) guests at $12 each from Saturday, September 2 until Monday, September […]

Teacher’s Night at the Zoo

Enjoy a night out at the Birmingham Zoo designed just for educators! This one of a kind evening will feature examples of new and improved program opportunities, animal meet and greets, partner organization information booths, door prizes and more! CEU contact hours available. Hor d'oeuvres and drinks will be provided for general admission guests, while a sit down […]

Zoo Gala Flamingo Flamboyance

The Birmingham Zoo cordially invites you to join us for ZooGala 2023: Flamingo Flamboyance* Presented by First Horizon The Zoo’s largest fundraising event of the year, ZooGala 2023 is going to be a night like none other as only your Zoo can deliver!  Animal encounters, fabulous food, open bar, amazing auction and live music by Emerald […]

Hoots & Howls: Daytime Halloween Event

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 […]