The Zoo is nationally recognized for its education programs that spark a child’s interest in conservation, science, and the outdoors. These exciting programs are one-of-a-kind adventures that will take your child’s love of learning to new heights! Click HERE for information about our teen programs.
Our Zooper Kids programs provide enriching opportunities for children ages 3 to 5 to experience nature in a safe, healthy and happy environment. Our goal is to nurture the physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth of each child within a respectful, creative and caring atmosphere. Your child will delight in showing you how to get dirty while experiencing nature through crafts, activities, play, animal visitors and guided Zoo excursions. We offer classes during the week.
Slither over to the Zoo to learn all about animal motion with Zooper Kids!
Having fun with friends and enjoying the Zoo!
Can you hop like a kangaroo or climb like a lemur? Slither over to the Zoo to learn all about animal motion with Zooper Kids!
Hands on activities in the Wildlife Detective Training Academy.
We’re getting down and dirty this month as we explore the world beneath our feet. Discover the fun of digging into science!
Each class is themed and lots of fun for the family!
It’s a wild and wonderful world we live in! Zooper Kids dive into habitats in our backyard and around the world.
Class at the Zoo
Parent/Caregiver & Child Ages 3 to 5
Monthly Series: Once a week for three weeks
Times & Days: Classes are held
9 to 10:30 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or
1:30 to 3 PM on Tuesdays & Wednesday
Monthly Series: Adult/child pair
Members $75 per month | Non-Members $90 per month
Registration opens early December! Classes fill quickly.
For more information on in-person class safety and protocols, click HERE.
If the program date is not visible on the calendar, after you click the REGISTER NOW button, then that program is full.
Call 321-254-9453 x 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for waitlist.
Backyard Exploration
January
Join us as we use our senses to explore the animals and natural world around us.
Ostrich
February
Meet ostriches, emus and more, observing what makes our feathered friends unique.
Wild Cats
March
Lions, jaguars and cheetahs—oh, my! Prowl through the Zoo while learning all about these fabulous felines.
Seeds of Conversation
April
Celebrate Earth Day a few days early and discover ways to safeguard the environment.
Spring Has Sprung
May
The changing season offers lots for us to explore. Join us while we investigate the sprouting flowers and baby animals at the Zoo!
Hello to all our friends! We want your family to stay connected with the Zoo, your favorite animals and nature! Join us for a Be Outside with Brevard Zoo safari and activity adventure where we will show video segments spotlighting animals, outdoor activities and lots of other fun things for your family. Click HERE to see our prerecorded adventures!
Jr. Zoo Crew offers a unique opportunity for homeschool students and families. Led by Zoo educators, our small-group courses will inspire and challenge homeschool students to explore topics in science and conservation through interactive lessons, animal encounters and much more. A minimum enrollment of 10 paying participants is required for each program to take place. This program is nonrefundable and nontransferable. Click HERE for a fall flyer. Click HERE for a spring flyer.
If the program date is not visible on the calendar, after you click the REGISTER NOW button, then that program is full.
Call 321-254-9453 x 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for waitlist.
Classes at the Zoo
Two-Hour Class
Ages: 5 to 8, 9 to 12 and families
Time: 10 to 12 PM or 2 to 4 PM
Cost: per person (all attendees need to purchase a ticket)
$23 Members | $28 Non‐Members
If the program date is not visible on the calendar, after you click the REGISTER NOW button, then that program is full.
Call 321-254-9453 x 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for waitlist.
Classes require a minimum of 10 participants to take place. If class maximums are met, additional class dates and times will be added. For more information on in-person class safety and protocols, click HERE.
Sign up for our Brevard Zoo Homeschool Facebook group and get the inside scoop!
If the program date is not visible on the calendar, after you click the REGISTER NOW button, then that program is full.
Call 321-254-9453 x 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for waitlist.
Animal Myth Busters
September 12, 19 or 26
Discover if age-old animal myths are true or false!
Migration Mysteries
October 3, 17 or 24
Join us as we learn how animals navigate to new habitats.
Afternoon in the Hollows
October 21
Exclusive Event: 5:30-7:30 Ages 5-12. We will meet at Hundred Acre Hollows for a special afternoon of exploration and activities.
Let's Rock
November 7, 14, or 28
From the Appalachian Mountains to Florida beaches, we will discover the link between them while learning about the minerals on our beaches.
Animal Super Senses
December 5, 12 or 19
Meet animals with the superpowers of sight, sounds, and scent and learn how scientists and engineers use this knowledge.
Habitat Engineers
January 9, 23 or 30
Animals survive in many different types of habitats around the world. We will explore these habitats and how animals are some of the world’s best engineers.
Out of this world animals
February 6, 13, or 27
Animals have adapted to survive in some of the most extreme environments on Earth. We will explore these amazing adaptations and then design our own out-of-this-world animals.
March Madness
March 6 or 27
Through experimentation and the scientific method, let your inner Mad Scientist shine through! This class is filled with hands-on science experiments and mad, mad fun!
Lagoonies
April 3 Offsite
Exclusive Event: The Indian River Lagoon is a wild and crazy environment filled with creatures, large and small. Join us as we explore this amazing estuary in all its diversity!
Wetlands Exploration
April 3, 10, 17
Ages5-8 years: In this microscopic lesson, we will begin with dip netting, collecting, and identifying aquatic animals and peek into the world of microscopic organisms.
Superheroes of the Wild
May 12
Exclusive Event: Everyone has a superpower! From the biggest to the smallest, the strongest to the loudest and even the slimiest, there are superheroes all around us. Explore with us to discover the Superheroes of the Wild.
Join us back in-person to discover ways you can promote coexistence with wildlife to help create a healthier environment!
Ages: 13-18
Date: July 8, 2022
Time: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Cost: $15 per person (includes a sustainable gift)
Space is limited! Participants must be pre-registered to attend, and registration ends 48 hours before the event.
If the program date is not visible on the calendar, after you click the REGISTER NOW button, then that program is full.
Call 321-254-9453 x 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for waitlist.
AFTERNOON IN THE HOLLOWS
October 21 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM | Ages 5 to 12
Let’s migrate to Hundred Acre Hollows for a special afternoon of exploration and activities, as we learn about the animals who call the Hollows their home. we are excited to explore new habitats, just 10 minutes from the Zoo!
ZOO SCHOOL
November 29 to December 1 | 9 AM to NOON | Ages 9 to 12
Students will join us for a three-day Zoo School and explore while immersed in Life Science Curriculum. Cost: $100 Members $85
LAGOONIES
April 3 | Ages 9 to 12
The Indian River Lagoon is a wild and crazy environment filled with creatures, large and small. Join us as we explore this amazing estuary in all its diversity!
HOMESCHOOL DAY
May 12 | 9, 10 & 11 AM Timed Entry
Everyone has a superpower! From the biggest to the smallest, the strongest to the loudest and even the slimiest, there are superheroes all around us. Explore with us to discover the Superheroes of the Wild. Space is limited per timed entry, register early.
If the program date is not visible on the calendar, after you click the REGISTER NOW button, then that program is full.
Call 321-254-9453 x 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for waitlist.
Hey, tweens! Are you between the ages of 10 and 13 and interested in animals, conservation and the environment? Join Jr. Zookeeper!
Classes at the Zoo
Join the Jr. Zookeeper’s Club and experience up-close animal encounters, go behind-the-scenes, learn about our animals, and meet new friends. Each program focuses on a different topic to give Jr. Keepers a unique experience. Twice a year we offer an exclusive Jr. Zookeeper Club events. Participants receive a pin to add to their badge. Collect as many pins as you can!
Activities may include:
Monthly Programs
Members $23 | Non-Members $28
Exclusive Events
Members $37 | Non-Members $42
Badge
$20 per badge and pins. One-time purchase needed, but not required.
Monthly Classes
April | The IQ Center
REGISTRATION IS FULL! | Exclusive Event | May | Jr. Veterinarian Day (Time 9:30am – 12:30pm)
For more information on in-person class safety and protocols, click HERE.
If the program date is not visible on the calendar, after you click the REGISTER NOW button, then that program is full.
Call 321-254-9453 x 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for waitlist.
Quarantine Queries
February 13 or 19
Have you ever wondered where new animals are housed before they get comfortable in their habitats?
One of a Kind
March 20 or 26
No two animals are the same. Explore different types of specialty care provided at the Zoo.
The IQ Center
April 10 or 16
Investigate how basic tools help us learn about animals and participate in ongoing primate research.
Jr Vet Day
May Exclusive Event
Step into the shoes of a Zoo veterinarian during this extended adventure!
Brevard Zoo offers children’s night hikes, overnights and scouting adventures!
Adults can enjoy an evening out, while the kids embark on a wild escapade at the Zoo. Walking through the Zoo at night is a completely different experience. The paths that had been familiar during the day take on a different look and feel. Small creatures can make big noises and others are on the move. Come explore the zoo after hours with us!
The night hike includes an animal encounter, Zoo excursion, activities and games!
Questions? Email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org or call 321.254.9453 x252.
Night Hike Program Information
Family Youth Ages 5 to 12, Plus Adult
Time: 6 PM to 8 PM
Family Cost: per person
Members $15 | Non-Members $20
Drop-off Youth Ages 7 to 12
Time: 6 PM to 8 PM
Drop-off Cost: per person
Members $23 | Non-Members $28
Do you have a group or organization that would like to see the Zoo at night? Book our exclusive summer night hikes soon! Dates are limited, email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org.
Night Hike Program Information
Summer Dates
June 25 | Family Hike
July 16 | Drop-Off Hike
For more information on in-person class safety and protocols, click HERE.
Do you have a group or organization that would like to see the Zoo at night? Book our exclusive summer night hikes soon! Dates are limited, email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org.
If the program date is not visible on the calendar, after you click the REGISTER NOW button, then that program is full.
Call 321-254-9453 x 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for waitlist.
Do you have to plan an event for your club, organization, school, scout group or family reunion? Experience one of the wildest places, and treat them to an evening safari through the Zoo with lots of fun-filled activities. Each private group night hike includes an animal encounter, nighttime Zoo excursion, activities and lots of fun!
Contact Program Registrar at 321-254-9453 x 252 or email edprograms@brevardzoo.org for details and reservations.
Join us back in-person to discover ways you can promote coexistence with wildlife to help create a healthier environment!
Ages: 13-18
Date: July 8, 2022
Time: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Cost: $15 per person (includes a sustainable gift)
Space is limited! Participants must be pre-registered to attend, and registration ends 48 hours before the event.
If the program date is not visible on the calendar, after you click the REGISTER NOW button, then that program is full.
Call 321-254-9453 x 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for waitlist.
The Summer VolunTEEN Program is a 10-week-, 10-day-minimum opportunity that runs from May through early August. VolunTEENs fill a variety of roles, such as engaging Zoo guests, assisting with summer camps and working alongside Zoo Teen volunteers. Applicants must be 13 by April 1, and applications are due by 5 p.m. on April 3, 2022. Click HERE for the application.
To learn more about teen volunteer opportunities click HERE.
Zoo Teens volunteer once a month on their assigned Saturday or Sunday, typically from 9 am to 3 pm. The day is divided in half, with one opportunity in the morning before lunch and another opportunity in the afternoon. Assignments include:
Learn more HERE.
In May 2017, we opened a new kind of natural play area designed to meet the unique needs of children with varying exceptionalities and their families. The Exceptional Nature Space is a modified natural habitat that is both safe and stimulating. It is designed to be flexible so that it can be easily reset and reprogrammed to best serve children with different challenges. Within this carefully defined space, kids are free to explore an authentic Florida habitat, engage in open-ended nature play, experiment, socialize with other children and learn by doing. Because this is one of the first settings of its kind, we consider it a “living laboratory” where we can also learn how to best serve this audience through ongoing observations and feedback from parents and the children themselves. Contact the education registrar at edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for more information about offerings for individuals, groups and school groups.
Come discover, build and play with us! Playtime is a designated opportunity for children and their families to explore the Exceptional Nature Space during an open play or themed session. Stay for a short visit or for the entire time!
All Playtime program participants must pre-register by emailing edregistrar@brevardzoo.org. Quiet entrance will be available on the hour upon request. Zoo Admission not included and not needed if just attending the program. There is no charge for Play Time. Dates subject to change.
Do you belong to a play group or organization and are looking for a great play space for your next outing? Fall dates are booking fast! Contact our education registrar at edregistrar@brevardzoo.org to schedule your next play time in our Exceptional Nature Space!
Families of individuals with unique sensory processing needs are welcome to attend sensory-friendly events during the year! Pre-registration is required for all events. Registration fee may apply. Areas of the Zoo may be closed during event, see event details when purchasing tickets.
If the program date is not visible on the calendar, after you click the REGISTER NOW button, then that program is full.
Call 321-254-9453 x 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for waitlist.
Contact the education registrar at edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for more information about program offerings for individuals, groups or school groups.
Sensory bags can be checked out at Guest Services and the Cape to Cairo Express ticket booth on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each bag includes a weighted lap pad, noise-canceling headphones, fidget toys and other items that may help guests with unique sensory-processing needs get the most out of their Zoo experience. There is no charge to use a sensory bag.
The following social story is designed for guests with Autism Spectrum Disorders to enhance their Zoo experience, but may be used by anyone. Please note that some exhibits may be loud on days that are crowded. A list of helpful hints at the end of the story can help caregivers better prepare for a Zoo visit. Click HERE for the Zoo social story.
Have you ever been to the Zoo at night? It is the wildest place in Brevard! Everyone will enjoy a night safari hike into the Zoo, up-close animal encounters, crafts and activities and pizza for dinner. Or spend the night and conclude the adventure with a continental breakfast in the morning. Your troop can extend your adventure by adding Zoo admission.
Program Time: Friday and Saturday evenings
Great for small troops or large troops! Your wild adventure begins at Brevard Zoo! Reserve an education program, kayaking adventure or train ride to make the day memorable!
Click HERE for group pricing or contact edregistrar@brevardzoo.org or call 321-254-9453 x219 to schedule a custom adventure!
If the program date is not visible on the calendar, after you click the REGISTER NOW button, then that program is full.
Call 321-254-9453 x 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for waitlist.
Brevard Zoo offers scouts a variety of workshops that meet badge requirements. Each workshop promises hands-on fun and learning with planned activities, animal encounters and admission to the Zoo. Workshops are available on Saturday, Sunday and school holidays. Pick a date and a workshop, then contact the Education Registrar at 321.254.9453 x219 or edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for a fantastic scouting adventure! Don’t see your badge? Sign up for a night hike or overnight for a more customized experience. To download registration forms to distribute to your group, click HERE.
Program Time: 9 am to 12 pm or 1 to 4 pm
Cost: per person $20
Tiger: Tigers in the Wild
Wolf: Paws on the Path
Bear: Fur, Feathers, and Ferns
Webelos: Into the Wild
Wolf: Digging in the Past
Program Time: 9 am to 12 pm or 1 to 4 pm
Cost: per person $20
Daisy: 3 Cheers for Animals
Brownie: Hiker
Brownie: Bugs
Brownie: Pets
Junior: Animal Habitats
Cadette: Animal Helpers
Cadette: Night Owl (available as an overnight- additional cost)
Senior: Voice for Animals
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