Programs & Events
Daily Entertainment
June 15 – August 18
11:00 AM
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Carnivore Activity
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Gray Wolf: Monday & Saturday
Black Bear: Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday
River Otter: Friday
Great Southwest Mammals: Wednesday |
| 1:30 PM |
Reptile Program |
Woodlands Patio |
| 2:30 PM |
Tortoise Graze |
Near Mountain Lion Area |
| 5:30 PM |
Paws, Claws, Scales & Tails Program |
Woodlands Patio |
| 6:30 PM |
Keepers’ Corner |
Prairie Dog Area |
Creatures of the Night
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Don't forget your flashlight for a rare glimpse into the nighttime habits of over 200 native North American animals. (Flashlights will be available for purchase at the door). Entrance to ZooAmerica is included in your one-priced admission to Hersheypark in the Dark! Separate admission is available for the Zoo's off-street entrance.
Wild Treats
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See what holiday gifts the animals received this Christmas. Featured exhibits will receive special treats provided by ZooAmerica naturalists. The gifts are part of an ongoing enrichment program that keeps the animals, and our guests entertained. Featured animals will include one of the following species: American black bears, river otters, Canada lynx, white-tailed deer, American elk, gray wolves, American marten, bobcats, or mammals of the nocturnal wing of the Great Southwest building. Included with admission.
Wild Winter Adventure
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This three hour program is designed to teach children in grades K - 5 how animals deal with the cold and survive the winter. Young animal lovers will explore the zoo, get up-close and personal with animal encounters, participate in storytime, and enjoy a snack!
Animal Tales
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Join us for this fascinating program at ZooAmerica, just for preschool children ages 3 and 4 and kindergarten children age 5. Animal Tales takes place Tuesdays for 4 consecutive weeks and includes:
- An animal-friendly story
- Craft activity
- Short zoo walk
- Snack
- Special meeting with a different animal each week
For questions, please call 717-534-3900 or email ZooAmerica@HersheyPA.com.
ALL INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.