On Sat., Sep. 22 the North America parking lot and entrance will be closed for our annual Zoo-To-Do fundraiser gala. Please plan to arrive early and park and enter/exit the Zoo through the Africa Region. Parking is likely to fill up by 12 pm. We will resume normal operations on Sun., Sep. 23.
The Zoo hosts a variety of exciting special events that are entertaining for kids of all ages! Enjoy watching the animals discover paper mache eggs filled with healthy treats at Eggstravaganza, or bring the kids to the beloved Boo at the NC Zoo for a unique, daytime Halloween experience.
Zoo Society’s most fabulous fundraising gala of the year! This festive evening includes catered dining and refreshments, dancing, lively auctions featuring Zoo experiences, local pottery and much more.
Taste, touch, hear, sight and smell —what senses do you use well? Investigate how animals use their amazing senses in a challenging world. Enjoy special sensory accommodations for our human guests!
Celebrate the excitement of the season with a weekend of safe daytime Halloween fun. Enjoy trick or treat games, storytelling, live entertainment and a children’s costume contest.
The North Carolina Zoo celebrates Veteran's day with a military appreciation week.
Board our “Polar Bear Express Tram” in festive attire or your favorite pj’s to see the 4-D Polar Express!
Board our “Polar Bear Express Tram” in festive attire or your favorite pj’s to see the 4-D Polar Express!
Board our “Polar Bear Express Tram” in festive attire or your favorite pj’s to see the 4-D Polar Express!
Board our “Polar Bear Express Tram” in festive attire or your favorite pj’s to see the 4-D Polar Express!
