


The North Carolina Zoo is now hiring for a variety of seasonal positions. Apply Today!
The gorilla habitat will be closed starting Jan. 18 for a few months due to habitat upgrades.
Get up close and personal with the North Carolina Zoo's animal ambassadors!
Animal encounters are interactive educational experiences that explore a variety of animals - what they eat, how they live, and what you can do to help the animals that live in your own backyard!
Program Times: April - October, times vary depending on weather.
Program Location: Animal Encounters are held inside Kidzone at various locations including the front porch and chalk wall area.