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.
Baby lemur alert
A crowned lemur infant was born to lemur residents Sophie and Kipp on May 31, 2025 at the Brandywine Zoo. This is the third successful crowned lemur infant born at Brandywine Zoo, marking a huge win for lemur conservation of this endangered species. Read more about crowned lemurs and see a photo of the parents.
At the initial veterinary exam, the infant looks to be healthy. The sex of the infant is yet to be determined.
The crowned lemur family will be outside on exhibit each morning without other lemurs until further notice. Members of the other zoo lemur species will be allowed back out after 1pm.
Come see the new crowned lemur baby and parents from 10:30am to 1pm every day at the Madagascar Exhibit, weather permitting.
Upcoming
Programs & Events
Sensory Hour
Visit the zoo for a quiet hour in the morning to enjoy self-guided sensory-friendly stations in a less crowded atmosphere. This program is ideal for guests who may experience sensory sensitivities. Advance registration is required. Registration will close the day the before the event. Members can attend for free by emailing [email protected]
Family Fun Night
Thursday, July 10, 5-7pm
PRESENTED BY DELMARVA POWER
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!
Folk Art Friday
Friday, July 11, 5-8pm
Visit the Blue Ball Barn for a family friendly evening of art, live music, games, and food, featuring the Brandywine Zoo’s 120th Anniversary History Exhibit!
Live music by McMark and Company and enjoy food trucks La Casa De Lulu and Ma Ada.
Sip & Stroll
Thursday, July 24, 5-7:30pm
Sip & Stroll through the zoo at our family friendly happy hour series, June through September. Each Sip will feature a local food vendor and live music, along with adult beverages, including craft beer and wine. Plus, our concession stand will be open with snacks and soft drinks.
Limited number of tickets will be sold. Drink and food purchases sold separately. Drink tickets ($6) and silicone cups can be purchased at the ticket window or snack bar.
Sensory Hour
Visit the zoo for a quiet hour in the morning to enjoy self-guided sensory-friendly stations in a less crowded atmosphere. This program is ideal for guests who may experience sensory sensitivities. Advance registration is required. Registration will close the day the before the event. Members can attend for free by emailing [email protected]
Sip & Stroll
Thursday, August 21, 5-7:30pm
Sip & Stroll through the zoo at our family friendly happy hour series, June through September. Each Sip will feature a local food vendor and live music, along with adult beverages, including craft beer and wine. Plus, our concession stand will be open with snacks and soft drinks.
Limited number of tickets will be sold. Drink and food purchases sold separately. Drink tickets ($6) and silicone cups can be purchased at the ticket window or snack bar.
My Zoo
What’s your Brandywine Zoo story?
We want to hear from you. Share your fond memories, milestones, or animal stories.
Submissions received by August 31 will be eligible for inclusion in a prize drawing for a private animal encounter with a red panda, lemur, or giant anteater for four people in the winner’s party.
New Wednesday Eve Hours for Summer
The Brandywine Zoo is adding extra evening hours on Wednesdays throughout the summer. The zoo will extend visiting hours to 7pm through August 27. (Note the zoo will be closed on the evening of Wednesday, July 16 due to a private event.) Zootique gift shop and snack bar will be open. Last admission at 6:30pm.
Donate to our Annual Fund
We greatly appreciate your support. The Delaware Zoological Society (DZS) is the nonprofit partner for the Brandywine Zoo. In addition to supporting our education and conservation mission, contributions to DZS are used to improve facilities for the zoo animals. Your contribution is tax-deductible.
