There's always something new at the zoo! Mark your calendar for our special public events and membership events below. Also check out the daily schedule of fun, interactive events, including special shows and animal demonstrations.
Denver Zoo Keeper Experience
Call for available dates
Advance registration is required
Member: $225.
Non-member: $250 (includes zoo admission)
Ever wonder what it’s like to be a zookeeper? Come spend a morning with Denver Zoo Education animal keepers while you learn about what is involved in being a zookeeper and have the opportunity to get some hands on experience working around live animals.
Learn More! Register Now! Call 303-376-4808
 NEW! VIP Tour at Denver Zoo
Come experience the zoo that few visitors get to see! Your tour guide will meet you at the front gate and escort your group through our award-winning Predator Ridge exhibit. Then it’s time to go behind the scenes with the animals in our Education collection and Wildlife Theater. Meet these animal stars up close and participate in a feeding or training demonstration. Finish the tour at Tropical Discovery, where your VIP access lets you learn how keepers care for some amazing reptiles, amphibians, and fish!
Your VIP Tour package includes:
- Guided tour of Predator Ridge (front of house, not behind the scenes)
- Tour of Denver Zoo’s Education animal collection with participation in a feeding or training demonstration
- Tour of Wildlife Theater with up-close animal encounters
- Tour and meet a keeper in Tropical Discovery
- Souvenir photo
- One carousel token per participant
- Discounts on food, drink and gift shop purchases
- Admission to the zoo
Who: Adults and children over 3 years who would love an insider’s look at some of the zoo’s most popular attractions!
When: Tours are offered daily—call early for best selection. Preregistration and 48 hours’ notice required. Only one VIP tour per day is offered.
Time: Tour from 9:15 a.m.−12 p.m., then enjoy the zoo at your leisure!
Cost: Group of 4 — Members, $225; Non-members, $250. Zoo admission is included. Each additional participant: $45. Maximum group size is 8. Children under 3 are free but count toward the maximum group size.
What to wear: Closed-toed shoes, a comfortable shirt, and pants or shorts. Dress for the weather! Portions of the tour will be held outside regardless of weather conditions.
What to bring: Your confirmation sheet and your camera (photo opportunities will be provided)
How to register: Please call 303-376-4837 to register or for more information about the program.
Cancellation fees: A cancellation fee of 50% will be charged for cancelling with less than two weeks’ notice. A cancellation fee of 100% will be charged for a missed program.
 Lunar New Year Celebration
Sunday, February 14
11 am – 3 pm
Activities free with admission
Celebrate the Chinese New Year with a roar as we kick off the Year of the Tiger. Enjoy entertainment, education stations and activities related to the Lunar New Year that would satisfy any party animal.
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Electronic Recycling
Sunday, February 14
9:30 am - 3 pm
If your New Year's resolutions haven't worked out as planned here's your chance for a do-over. Don't let good fortune pass you by and join Denver Zoo in celebrating an important Chinese New Year tradition.
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 Elephant Appreciation Day
Saturday, March 13
9 am – 5 pm
Activities free with admission
They say an elephant never forgets, so don’t miss Denver Zoo’s celebration of the Thai festival, National Elephant Day, in honor of our resident pachyderms Mimi and Dolly.
 Party for the Planet – Youth Summit
Wednesday, April 21 and Thursday, April 22
9 am – 3 pm
Activities free with admission
Join Denver Zoo and local students as we celebrate Earth Day with a Party for the Planet. Learn about what local area students are doing in their own backyards to save the planet.
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