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 and enjoy hands-on activities. Join us and explore the wonders of the animal kingdom!
What to expect:
- Education stations
- Wildlife Adventure Stories
- And much more!
2026 Animal Days Celebration Schedule:
- Jan. 6- National Bird Day (education stations located in the Ron Kagan Wildlife Interpretive Gallery)
- Feb. 28- International Polar Bear Day (education stations located at the Arctic Ring of Life Exploration Station)
- Mar. 21- World Frog Day
- Apr. 25 – World Penguin Day
- May 16- World Turtle Day
- Jun. 27- World Giraffe Day
- Jul. 18- World Snake Day
- Aug. 15- Panamanian Golden Frog Day
- Sep. 26- World Gorilla Day
- Oct. 31 – World Lemur Day
- Nov. 14- National Bison Day
- Dec. 5- World Wildlife Conservation Day