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Haechan the pudu dies unexpectedly.
Zoo in mourning.

Welcome to the Brandywine Zoo!

The Brandywine Zoo is 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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ON-SITE PROGRAMS & EVENTS

Thursdays through Sept. 29, 10:30am
STORY TIME
Join us Thursdays at 10:30am as we read and learn about animals. Each week will be a different book, so come back each week to read them all! Story Time will take place outdoors in the Wildlife Amphitheater.

Thursday, July 14, 5-7pm
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Special evening hours hosted by 93.7 FM WSTW. Meet radio personalities, and Encanto characters Mirabel & Bruno. Enjoy special games, activities, and ice cream from Hy-Point! The Wilmington Fire Department will also be here with a fire truck.

Sundays: 7/17, 7/24, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21 OR Wednesdays: 7/20, 8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24;
9:15-10AM
LITTLE NATURE EXPLORERS
Ages 2 to 6 year olds can join us at our Backyard Academy nature playground to learn about animals, habitats, and nature play! Each 45 minute class will include singing, a storybook, and nature-based, child-directed activities. Register for the entire series or individual classes.
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Wednesday, July 27, 5-7pm
SIP & STROLL
The Brandywine Zoo is excited to bring back our happy hour series to Sip & Stroll through the Zoo and enjoy an adult beverage from Bellefonte Brewing and others, as well as ice cream from Hy-Point.
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Family Fun Night
Thursday, July 14, 5-7pm

Special evening hours hosted by 93.7 FM WSTW. Meet radio personalities, and Encanto characters Mirabel & Bruno. Enjoy special games, activities, and ice cream from Hy-Point! The Wilmington Fire Department will also be here with a fire truck.
$1 admission. $1 hot dogs and soft drinks, too!

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