Boo at the Zoo | Saturdays & Sundays in October | 10 AM - 3 PM

Get ready for a spooktacular time as our beloved family-favorite Halloween activity returns as a daytime event!

Adult Program: Animal Oddities and Curiosities | October 11 | 5 - 7 PM

Uncover the strange and spectacular side of nature this spooky season! Explore animal oddities, investigate bones and skulls and discover the strange science that makes the animal kingdom so unique while you create your own cabinet of curiosities.

Family Program: Night Prowl | October 18 (SOLD OUT) & October 24 | 5 - 7:30 PM

Get ready for a wild night of family-friendly frights during this spooky after-hours adventure at the Zoo!

Jazzoo | November 8 | 7 - 11 PM

Get ready for our all-inclusive annual music and food extravaganza, Jazzoo, where every moment is a celebration! Tickets on sale now.

Lights On: A Nighttime Art Experience | Select Nights November 13, 2025 to January 18, 2026 | 6 to 9 PM

Make plans now for a first-of-its-kind immersive art experience at the Zoo. Night time at the Zoo will WOW you like never before! Experience illuminated paintings, glow in the dark murals, virtual reality exploratory nature experiences, sparkling “wow” lighting effects and more.

Family Program: Thanksgiving at the Zoo | November 25 | 10 AM - 12 PM

Come get a behind-the-scenes look at what goes on in our Commissary and test your own culinary skills to create an original meal to serve our animals during Thanksgiving at the Zoo!

Adult Program: Overnight | November 15 | 6 PM – 9 AM

Leave the kids at home and experience the ultimate overnight adventure safari at the Zoo! Explore after dark, soar on a night zipline and enjoy experiences behind-the-scenes. Includes pizza, breakfast and next-day Zoo admission. Unforgettable memories await!

Wild Turkey Trot | November 27 | Race Start - 7:30 AM

Join us for our inaugural Wild Turkey Trot 3k in partnership with Smooth Running!

Adult Program: Fall Camp | November 29 & 30 | 9 AM – 3 PM, daily

Who says Zoo camp is just for kids? This two-day experience is packed with hands-on animal encounters, classic camp games with a Zoo spin, creative nature crafts and behind-the-scenes adventures you won’t find on a regular visit. Camp t-shirt included!

Florida Residents: Senior Discount December | December 1 - 24

During this period, senior Florida residents aged 65+ can enjoy $10 Zoo admission. 

Kids’ Holiday Hang Out | December 5 | 5 - 8 PM

While you check off your holiday to-do list, drop your kids off at the Zoo for an evening of festive fun!

Adult Program: Birding (Offsite) | December 13 | 10 AM - 12 PM

Step into the field and join us for a guided birding adventure beyond the Zoo!

Adult Program: Wildlife Trafficking | January 10 | 10 AM - 12 PM

Dive into the world of an undercover wildlife agent and pit your wits against wildlife traffickers determined to smuggle animals for the illegal pet trade. Solve puzzles to stop the traffickers’ next shipment, while you learn what is being done to protect wildlife around the world.

Adult Program: Night Hikes | January 17, February 21 & March 21 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Join us on a guided night hike in this three-part after-hours series. With a focus on “night life,” predators and unusual senses. Explore how nighttime animals really behave when the sun goes down.

Adult Program: Photography Series | February 28 & April 25

Whether you are a seasoned photographer or a new photography enthusiast, enjoy unprecedented access to the Zoo’s animals in this photography workshop series. Covering a new topic during each workshop, our experienced instructor will teach you how to work with challenging lighting conditions and optimize your camera’s settings during this brand-new series.

Adult Program: Zoo Careers | March 14 | 10 AM - 12 PM

Ever wonder what it takes to work at a Zoo? Come behind-the-scenes, experience some of our most hands-on Zoo jobs and meet the teams that form the backbone of the Zoo’s daily operations. Be prepared to get your hands dirty!

Adult Program: Brain Games – Animal Cognition | April 11 | 10 AM - 12 PM

Put your brain to the test while learning how animals use theirs! Explore the fascinating world of animal minds through hands-on brain games, training demonstrations and cutting-edge cognition research happening at Brevard Zoo.