Discover, connect and learn at the Detroit Zoo’s monthly Animal Day Celebrations!
Each month, we will spotlight a featured animal or topic with an in-person celebration full of fun and discovery. Included with Zoo admission, these events offer opportunities to learn from our animal care team, enjoy hands-on activities and collect exclusive Animal Day Passport Cards unique to each event. Join us and explore the wonders of the animal kingdom!
What to expect:
- Zookeeper Chats
- Education stations
- Wildlife Adventure Stories
- And much more!
2025 Animal Days Celebration Schedule:
- Jan. 4 — National Bird Day (education stations located in the Ron Kagan Wildlife Interpretive Gallery)
- Feb. 22 — International Polar Bear Day (education stations located at the Arctic Ring of Life habitat)
- Mar. 22 — World Frog Day
- Apr. 19 — Earth Day
- May 31 — World Otter Day
- Jun. 21 — World Giraffe Day
- Jul. 19 — World Snake Day
- Aug. 16 — Panamanian Golden Frog Day
- Sep. 20 — Red Panda Day
- Oct. 18 — Kangaroo Awareness Day
- Nov. 1 — National Bison Day
- Dec. 6 — World Wildlife Conservation Day
Your Admission Matters
By attending events hosted by the Detroit Zoo, you are directly supporting our mission of creating meaningful connections between people, animals and the natural world so all can thrive. Your Zoo admission purchase also provides vital support so that Detroit Zoological Society can continue to demonstrate leadership in animal well-being, conservation, education and environmental sustainability.
