Mingle with the Macaronis

Sold Out for 2026 | Booking for 2027 Begins November 2nd at 9:00 AM

Want to know how penguins stay warm, eat and play while living in their icy-cold habitat? Get up close and personal with them at the Detroit Zoo! Under the guidance and supervision of a zookeeper, you will interact with these charming birds. This experience includes a behind-the-scenes tour of the Polk Penguin Conservation Center with many photo opportunities as you meet and hand-feed some of the gentoo, rockhopper and macaroni penguins who call the Zoo home. View frequently asked questions here.

• Mingles cannot be scheduled during breeding season (March to June) or Molting Season (August to September).
• Groups are limited to six participants.
• Children must be 7 or older and accompanied by an adult.
• Please dress accordingly; the penguin habitat is kept at 42 degrees Fahrenheit. Please wear socks and closed-toed shoes. We will provide boots and protective gear.
• Reservations must be made three weeks in advance.
• Dates subject to availability.

For more information, please email us here.