Programs & Events

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Special programs and events with our North American animals are happening all throughout the year. View our current experiences below and complete your visit to the Zoo by joining us during our next event.

Sea Lion with Zoo Trainer and Otter close-up

Water Friends Tour

Saturdays & Sundays 10 - 11 AM, Through December 29

During our Water Friends Tour, you will meet our otters, seals, and sea lions. Feed the otters and learn about their enrichment training, then enjoy a behind the scenes tour of our seal and sea lion habitat, and observe and assist in a training session. Plus, you'll get to take a picture with our flippered friends!


$175 per person, recommended for ages 3 years and older, includes same day admission to the Zoo. Participants 17 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Participants must pre-register and pre-pay 72 hours in advance. Limit 10 participants per tour. All guests in the party must purchase an event admissions ticket (excluding ages 2 and younger.)
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Elk outside in the snow at ZooAmerica

Wild Winter Adventure

K-5: December 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, or 30 | 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM or 1 PM - 4 PM

Adults Only: December 7 or 8 | 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

During the program, participants will learn about the amazing survival skills that animals use in the cold winter months. Participants will explore ZooAmerica® and watch our North American animals explore their winter habitats, get up-close and personal with live animal encounters, participate in an enrichment activity, and enjoy a snack. Plus, we’ll also take a walk into Hersheypark® and visit the reindeer.


Each person must be pre-registered and prepaid to participate. To qualify for the pass rate the child must be a current ZooAmerica Pass Holder or a Hersheypark Season Pass Holder at the time of registration. Space is limited. Children must be dropped off at a designated area in the admissions building.
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Outreach Programs

Bring ZooAmerica® to you! Through our outreach programs, experience animal encounters up close and learn all about their species wherever you are located. Fill out the form below to get started!

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Animal Of The Month

Visit us each month to participate in an interactive activity with our Animal Of The Month! Animal Of The Month activities are included with the price of your admission.