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.
Exciting News... We Exceeded Our Goal!
We did it — and then some!
Thanks to YOUR incredible support, our Matching Gift Challenge didn’t just meet its goal — it exceeded expectations!
Our goal was $10,000, and together we raised an amazing $14,100, for a grand total of $24,100 with the generous matching gift!
Every dollar helps bring us closer to building our new multi-species habitat, creating a vibrant new home for our beloved animals.
Stay tuned for updates as we move forward with this exciting project — and thank you for being part of the journey to make it happen!
Keeper Talks at the Brandywine Zoo
Saturday & Sunday, 11:30am
Upcoming
Programs & Events
Creepy & Crawly Trivia Night (21+)
Friday, November 14, 5:30-7:30pm
The spooky season doesn’t have to be over yet! Join us for a fun 21 and up trivia night at the zoo. Test your knowledge about the animal world’s most notorious creepy crawlies. Plus, meet some of Brandywine Zoo’s Ambassador Animals up close. Drinks and snacks will be provided. The winning team will bring home a special prize and trophy!
Santa at the Zoo
Saturday, December 6 & Sunday, December 7, 10am-12:30pm
Take a photo with Santa at this winter wonderland event! Meet Santa, share your wishes, and get photos (you take with your camera) at this Winter Wonderland tradition at the Brandywine Zoo. Enjoy holiday activities and fun educational tables and vendors.
Special Guests – Wilbur Elementary Choir will perform at our Wildlife Amphitheater on Saturday, 12/6, 11:15am-12:00pm.
First Day Hikes
Thursday, January 1, 10-11am
Ring in the New Year by joining the national First Day Hike movement with a guided hike through Brandywine Park, led by staff from the Brandywine Zoo’s Conservation Science and Learning team! Learn about the history of the park and the zoo, and the many ways that you can make conservation action a new year’s resolution that’s easy to keep.
Although this guided hike is free, pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Email [email protected] to register.
Rest & Revelry Trivia Night (21+)
Friday, January 9 & Saturday, January 10, 5:30-7:30pm
Start the new year with a creature challenge! Join us for a 21 and up trivia night at the zoo. Test your knowledge about the animal world’s restful winters and rowdy play times. Plus, meet some of Brandywine Zoo’s ambassador animals up close. Drinks and snacks will be provided. The winning team will bring home a special prize and trophy!
Birds & Bees Trivia Night (21+)
Friday, February 20 & Saturday, February 21, 5:30-7:30pm
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the wildest way by joining us for a fun, adults-only trivia night at the zoo! Singles and sweethearts 21+ are invited to test your knowledge about mating, dating, and reproduction in the animal world. Plus, meet some of Brandywine Zoo’s ambassador animals up close. Drinks and snacks will be provided. The team with the most knowledge about ‘the birds and the bees’ will bring home a special trophy!
Adopt a Red Panda for the Holidays
NOW THROUGH DECEMBER 15
Adopt a Red Panda for someone special.
For only $70, you will receive:
- A certificate of adoption
- A fact sheet about real red pandas
- 2 admission passes to the Zoo
- Your choice of an adorable plush Red Panda or a Red Panda Ornament
- Plus, a gift bag
Bring joy to someone special and support the zoo at the same time.
Support the 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. Click on the secure donation button below to make your contribution to The Annual Fund. Your contribution is tax-deductible.
It’s time for Holiday Gift Memberships!
Zoo Membership is a thoughtful gift that brings joy all year.
We will send the membership package to you or to the lucky recipients directly.
