The Brandywine Zoo is open every day 10 am to 4pm with seasonal activities throughout the year. All Special Events take place in the zoo, unless otherwise indicated. - 150 intriguing animals
- Free Parking
- Snack bar and gift shop onsite, open seasonally
Admission: Age 12 to adult $5, seniors $4 and children $3, under 3 years free. Zoo Members/no charge. The Brandywine Zoo is open every day from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Thursdays: 10:30am
Story Time at the Zoo
Delightful animal stories read by a lively storyteller near the Otter Exhibit, may include a craft or activity. Story Time will be moved indoors if it is raining. For all ages-especially the young.
Weekends: 10:00am - 3:30pm
Close Encounters of the WILD Kind! Experience wildlife up close and personal at the Brandywine Zoo. Learn about your favorite animals from zoo staff!
Weekends: 11:30am and 1:30pm
Keeper Watching! Experience the Zoo from a Zoo Keeper's perspective. Learn interesting facts about the zoo's fabulous animals and the special ways that keepers work with them.
Saturday, September 11: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Art in the Ark - Zippity Zoo Days! All Ages
Enjoy a special day at the zoo celebrating the arts in a wild new way...with the Zoo animals featuring works of art created by the animals themselves! Held in conjunction with the Brandywine Festival of the Arts, enjoy a wild art station, discovery cart, and live animal encounters! Free Admission.
Sunday, September 12: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Art in the Ark - Zippity Zoo Days! All Ages
Enjoy a special day at the zoo celebrating the arts in a wild new way...with the Zoo animals featuring works of art created by the animals themselves! Held in conjunction with the Brandywine Festival of the Arts, enjoy a wild art station, discovery cart, and live animal encounters! Free Admission.
Tuesday, September 14: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months - 6 yrs
Animals come in all shapes, sizes and COLORS! Learn about our many colorful creatures, each week focusing on a different color or pattern! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Program begins in the Education Building. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $50 per child/$35 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all seven Animal Colors Programs.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
Wednesday, September 22: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages 18 - Seniors
Looking to make a difference? Want to share your passion for wildlife conservation? Do you want to inspire others? The zoo may be the place for YOU! We are looking for mature, dedicated, knowledgeable, outgoing, and inspiring individuals to spread the Brandywine Zoo's mission about wildlife conservation. To find out more, attend the zoo's open house located in the Education Building (next to the Exotic House.) You will be able to gather information, ask questions, fill out an application, the necessary background check, and even complete the interview process if you choose!
Saturday, September 25: 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Zoo Fiesta All Ages
The Brandywine Zoo and the Latin American Community Center are working together to provide a WILD Fiesta! Learn about endangered species from Latin Countries and more importantly learn how YOU can make a difference! This bilingual event will include: animal craft, face painting, music, and more...all in Spanish and English! What's a fiesta without a piñata? Observe several zoo animals play with their own special piñatas! Free with paid admission to the Zoo.
Tuesday, September 28: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months - 6 yrs
Animals come in all shapes, sizes and COLORS! Learn about our many colorful creatures, each week focusing on a different color or pattern! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Program begins in the Education Building. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $50 per child/$35 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all seven Animal Colors Programs.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
Thursday, September 30: 10:00am - 12:00pm noon
Grades K-12
Discover how every living thing has a special way to survive in different biomes, the animals that live there, and the special adaptations that help them to survive. Registration required. Program meets in the Education Building. ONE adult is free per family. Fee: $8.00 per person/$6.00 per Delaware Zoological Society Members.
Friday, October 8: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Teacher Professional Development Day (Private & Public School) Teachers, Home School Parents
Teachers of all ages and stages are welcome to attend the Brandywine Zoo's Teacher Professional Development Day. Learn how to Color Your Classroom GREEN & Explore the Brandywine Zoo! To register or for more info, visit the Delaware Teacher Center at www.dtc.k12.de.us.
Monday, October 11: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Ages 4-13 yrs
(Morning drop off 8:00 - 8:30am and aftercare until 5:30pm available)
Come explore the wilds of the Brandywine Zoo. Spend the day like Columbus, discovering new worlds as we learn about the different habitats from around the globe. Campers must be potty trained. Campers must bring a bag lunch and water bottle, snack provided. Fee: $30 per participant/$25 per participant, Delaware Zoological Society Members. Aftercare fee: $8/day Monday - Thursday. Pre-registration required. Deadline for registration is October 4, 2010.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
Tuesday, October 12: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months - 6 yrs
Animals come in all shapes, sizes and COLORS! Learn about our many colorful creatures, each week focusing on a different color or pattern! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Program begins in the Education Building. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $50 per child/$35 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all seven Animal Colors Programs.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
Saturday, October 16: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Autumn with the Animals All Ages
Fall into fun at Brandywine Zoo's Autumn with the Animals! The whole family will enjoy an autumn game or craft, face painting, live entertainment, and live animal presentations (weather permitting.) Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Saturday, October 23: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Autumn with the Animals All Ages
Fall into fun at Brandywine Zoo's Autumn with the Animals! The whole family will enjoy an autumn game or craft, face painting, live entertainment, and live animal presentations (weather permitting.) Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Tuesday, October 26: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months - 6 yrs
Animals come in all shapes, sizes and COLORS! Learn about our many colorful creatures, each week focusing on a different color or pattern! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Program begins in the Education Building. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $50 per child/$35 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all seven Animal Colors Programs.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
Saturday, October 30: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Autumn with the Animals All Ages
Fall into fun at Brandywine Zoo's Autumn with the Animals! The whole family will enjoy an autumn game or craft, face painting, live entertainment, and live animal presentations (weather permitting.) Fee: FREE with paid admission to the zoo.
Saturday, November 13: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Scout Day at the Brandywine Zoo, An Event for Girl and Boy Scouts!
Enjoy a morning at the zoo designed for scouts and their families! Registered participants for this program get to enjoy special early admission to the zoo before it opens to the public! njoy a morning of games, crafts, and activities all geared toward scout requirements. Brandywine Zoo patches will be available for purchase. This is an outdoor event, so dress for the weather. Fee: $7.00 per person. Pre-registration required, space is limited, so please register early! Deadline for registration is November 10. Please call the zoo at (302) 571-7850, ext. 209.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
Tuesday, November 16: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months - 6 yrs
Animals come in all shapes, sizes and COLORS! Learn about our many colorful creatures, each week focusing on a different color or pattern! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Program begins in the Education Building. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $50 per child/$35 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all seven Animal Colors Programs.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
Tuesday, November 30: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months - 6 yrs
Animals come in all shapes, sizes and COLORS! Learn about our many colorful creatures, each week focusing on a different color or pattern! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Program begins in the Education Building. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $50 per child/$35 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all seven Animal Colors Programs.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
Saturday, December 11: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Holly-Zoo Days! All Ages
Enjoy an afternoon or two at the zoo to rev up your holiday spirit! Walk amongst your wild friends that reside at the zoo, sip a warm beverage, listen to festive music, and round off your trip with a visit to the "Zootique" gift store! Fee: FREE with zoo admission.
Sunday, December 12: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Holly-Zoo Days! All Ages
Enjoy an afternoon or two at the zoo to rev up your holiday spirit! Walk amongst your wild friends that reside at the zoo, sip a warm beverage, listen to festive music, and round off your trip with a visit to the "Zootique" gift store! Fee: FREE with zoo admission.
Tuesday, December 14: 10:00am - 11:00am
18 months - 6 yrs
Animals come in all shapes, sizes and COLORS! Learn about our many colorful creatures, each week focusing on a different color or pattern! Registration strongly suggested, walk-in's welcome if space is available. One adult is free for each paid participant. Program begins in the Education Building. Fee: $8 per child/$6 per child for Delaware Zoological Society Members. SPECIAL SESSION FEE: $50 per child/$35 for Delaware Zoological Society Members if you sign up for all seven Animal Colors Programs.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
Friday, December 31: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Noon Year's Eve Celebration at Brandywine Zoo! All Ages
Celebrate the New Year Zoo-style by ringing in the New Year at NOON! We'll have games, crafts, and a celebratory atmosphere and of course a sparkling apple cider toast as the clock strikes 12 (Noon that is!) Pre-registration suggested, walk-in's welcome.Fee: $3 per person/$2 per person Delaware Zoological Society Members.
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