Join us for Family Fun Night July 25 – 5-7PM
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Welcome to the Brandywine Zoo!
The Brandywine Zoo is less than five acres and located in Wilmington, Delaware, along the Brandywine River in beautiful Brandywine Park. The Zoo is open 10am to 4pm (last admission at 3:30pm).
The Brandywine Zoo is managed by the Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation with the support of the Delaware Zoological Society. The Brandywine Zoo is a member of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums and is one of over 240 accredited zoos and aquariums in North America, a distinction that marks its commitment to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for the visitor, and a better future for all living things.
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Thursday, July 18, 10:30am
STORYTIME
Join us Thursdays as we read and learn about animals. Each week will be a different book, so come back weekly to read them all! Storytime will take place outdoors in the Wildlife Amphitheater.
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Sunday, July 21, 9:15-10am
LITTLE NATURE EXPLORERS: AFRICA & MADAGASCAR
Do you and your child love playing outdoors? This 5 week series allows children aged 2 to 5 and their guardians to make discoveries outdoors together. Each 45 minute class includes nature-based, child-directed activities, singing, and a storybook.
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Thursday, July 25, 10:30am
STORYTIME
Join us Thursdays as we read and learn about animals. Each week will be a different book, so come back weekly to read them all! Storytime will take place outdoors in the Wildlife Amphitheater.
BUY TICKETS
Thursday, July 25, 5-7pm
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Special evening hours with a reduced admission fee of $2. Enjoy $1 hot dogs and $1 soft drinks. Plus ice cream from Hy-point!
TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED AT THE GATE FOR THIS EVENT!
Sunday, July 28, 9:15-10am
LITTLE NATURE EXPLORERS: AFRICA & MADAGASCAR
Do you and your child love playing outdoors? This 5 week series allows children aged 2 to 5 and their guardians to make discoveries outdoors together. Each 45 minute class includes nature-based, child-directed activities, singing, and a storybook.
LEARN MORE & REGISTER
Wednesday, July 31, 1-2pm
WORLD RANGER DAY K9 DEMONSTRATION
Celebrate World Ranger Day with us at the zoo for a special Police K9 demonstration from our very own Delaware State Park Rangers! Cpl. Trevor Ditmore and K9 Leo from the Delaware Natural Resources Police. They will lead a demonstration showcasing the kinds of work that these special pups do such as handler protection, criminal apprehension, and more. This demonstration is free with zoo admission.
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Thursday, August 1, 10:30am
STORYTIME
Join us Thursdays as we read and learn about animals. Each week will be a different book, so come back weekly to read them all! Storytime will take place outdoors in the Wildlife Amphitheater.
BUY TICKETS
Sunday, August 4, 9:15-10am
LITTLE NATURE EXPLORERS: AFRICA & MADAGASCAR
Do you and your child love playing outdoors? This 5 week series allows children aged 2 to 5 and their guardians to make discoveries outdoors together. Each 45 minute class includes nature-based, child-directed activities, singing, and a storybook.
LEARN MORE & REGISTER
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
THURSDAY, JULY 25, 5-7PM
Special evening hours with a reduced admission fee of $2. Enjoy $1 hot dogs and $1 soft drinks. Plus ice cream from Hy-point!
TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED AT THE GATE FOR THIS EVENT!
SIP & STROLL
THURSDAY, AUGUST, 8, 5-7:30PM
FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT FOR ALL AGES!
Enjoy a laid-back evening at our Thursday night happy hour series.
NEW ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
EXPLORE THE CHANCE TO ENGAGE WITH OUR RED PANDAS OR LEMURS
Gain fascinating insights on our zoo residents and possibly participate in feeding sessions or training activities.