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Join in the Fun of Nature

Our programs at Brevard Zoo offer an exciting blend of education and adventure, where you’ll engage in hands-on activities, guided tours, and wildlife encounters, fostering a deep appreciation for conservation. From learning about animal behaviors to crafting unforgettable memories, our programs provide a unique and immersive experience that sparks curiosity about the natural world.

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Upcoming Adult Programs

October 12 | 10 AM – 12 PM

Join us as we explore the Indian River Lagoon and discover the incredible aquatic species that call this unique estuary home. Be ready to get a little wet and immerse yourself in this fascinating adventure!

$23/Member, $28/Non-Member

Lagoon Quest Tickets
Lion

November 9| 10 AM – 12 PM

Learn what makes our animal residents fantastic as we explore their unique traits and how we care for them. Get up close and personal with these amazing creatures, uncovering the secrets of their extraordinary lives.

$23/Member, $28/Non-Member

Fantastic Beasts Tickets

Embrace Your Inner Animal

Connect with our Zoo in exciting new ways through our adult programs! Dive into behind-the-scenes experiences, unique ecology lessons, creative art projects, and immersive activities. Whether you’re up for a night hike, seining in the lagoon, or competing in our Zookeeper Olympics, there’s an adventure waiting for you. Choose your adventure and join us today!

Times vary | $23/Zoo member, $28/Non-member

Embark on an exciting journey with our team of enthusiastic Zoo educators! In our small-group courses, homeschool students are not just learners; they are adventurers diving into the fascinating realms of science and conservation. Picture interactive lessons where curiosity leads the way, thrilling animal encounters that bring lessons to life, and boundless opportunities for discovery.

We offer classes elementary classes (ages 5-12) and teen classes (ages 13-15).

Zoo Teen Programs offer a chance for teens to engage in meaningful volunteer work and events. Teens volunteer once a month on assigned weekends, from 9 am to 3 pm, with split shifts in the morning and afternoon. They participate in educational outreach, fundraising for conservation, caring for animal ambassadors, assisting with Barnyard duties, supporting summer and winter camps, and helping with special events. The Summer VolunTEEN Program, running from May to early August, requires a 10-day minimum commitment and provides opportunities to engage guests, assist with camps, and work with Zoo Teen volunteers.

Open to ages 13-18.

Zoo Teen Programs
young girl with a net in the water partricipating in some exceptional nature space play

We believe everyone has the right to experience the Zoo and the great outdoors, regardless of ability. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing an accessible experience for all our guests. In May 2017, we opened the Exceptional Nature Space, a unique, behind-the-scenes natural play area that offers an authentic outdoor experience. This modified natural habitat is safe, stimulating, and designed to adapt to the unique needs of children with various exceptionalities. Within this thoughtfully curated space, kids can freely explore an authentic Florida habitat, engage in open-ended nature play, experiment, socialize, and learn by doing. As a pioneering “living laboratory,” we continuously improve through feedback from parents, staff, and children. Amenities include loose parts for building, mud paint, and a mud kitchen.

For more information about our program offerings for individuals or groups, please contact us at edregistrar@brevardzoo.org. 

Special Exceptional Event

Exceptional Boo at the Zoo | October 11 | 5:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM | $2/Zoo Members, $6/Non-Members

Families of children with exceptionalities are invited to enjoy a magical evening of trick-or-treating, games, sensory exploration and more as you stroll through the Brevard Zoo’s Paws On area. As a come and go event, timed entry tickets are available. Costumes are encouraged!

REGISTER FOR 5:00 PMREGISTER FOR 5:30 PMREGISTER FOR 6:00 PM

Get a Discount on Programs
by Becoming a Member

You get so much more than discounts on educational programs and camps. Experience the wonder of nature with unlimited visits to one of the top 10 zoos in the United States. Member benefits also include early entry into the Zoo! From new animals to special events, there’s always something new at Brevard Zoo!

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