Special Events
Events are free with paid admission unless otherwise noted.
JULY
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!
MEMBERS: Free
NON-MEMBERS: $2, Children 2 and under FREE
TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED AT THE GATE FOR THIS EVENT!
World Ranger Day K9 Demonstration
WEDNESDAY, JULY 31, 1-2PM
Police K9 demonstration from our very own Delaware State Park Rangers! Cpl. Trevor Ditmore and K9 Leo from the Delaware Natural Resources Police at the Brandywine Zoo.
World Ranger Day K9 Demonstration @ Brandywine Zoo Wednesday, July 31st at 1:00pm 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.
MEMBERS: Free
NON-MEMBERS: Children (3-17 yrs.) $7. Adults (18-61 yrs.) $9. Seniors (62+yrs) $8. Children 3 and under Free
AUGUST
SIP & STROLL
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 5-7:30PM
FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT FOR ALL AGES!
Sip & Stroll through the zoo and enjoy a laid-back evening at our Thursday night happy hour series. Craft beer will be available from Bellefonte Brewing, in addition to wine, and hard cider/seltzer. Each Sip will feature a local food vendor, and unique table vendors for browsing. Plus, our concession stand will have snacks and non-alcoholic beverage options.
This family friendly event will have live music, and fun for all ages! Limited number of tickets will be sold. Drink and food purchases sold separately. Drink tickets can be purchased at the ticket window or near snack bar for $6 each.
MEMBERS: Adult $5, Children $3, Children under 3 FREE
NON-MEMBERS: Adults $10, Children $7, Children under 3 FREE
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 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!
MEMBERS: Free
NON-MEMBERS: $2, Children 2 and under FREE
TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED AT THE GATE FOR THIS EVENT!
SEPTEMBER
SIP & STROLL
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 5-7:30PM
FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT FOR ALL AGES!
Sip & Stroll through the zoo and enjoy a laid-back evening at our Thursday night happy hour series. Craft beer will be available from Bellefonte Brewing, in addition to wine, and hard cider/seltzer. Each Sip will feature a local food vendor, and unique table vendors for browsing. Plus, our concession stand will have snacks and non-alcoholic beverage options.
This family friendly event will have live music, and fun for all ages! Limited number of tickets will be sold. Drink and food purchases sold separately. Drink tickets can be purchased at the ticket window or near snack bar for $6 each.
MEMBERS: Adult $5, Children $3, Children under 3 FREE
NON-MEMBERS: Adults $10, Children $7, Children under 3 FREE
OCTOBER
Boo at the Zoo
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 & SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 10AM-3PM
CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN ZOO-STYLE WITH THIS MERRY, NOT SCARY EVENT.
All are invited to wear costumes while visiting the zoo animals. Plenty of treats and activities. Brandywine Zoo members receive a discount for this event! Tickets available at door and online. Online purchase recommended.
Members: $4 | Non-members: $8 | Children 2 and under: Free
Spirits at the Zoo
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 5:30-8:30PM
CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN AT THE ZOO FOR AN EVENING OF HOLIDAY REVELRY.
Enjoy spooky cocktails and liquid libations, light nibbles, and bewitching entertainment with live music by Green Eggs and Jam. Wear your costumes to be entered into the costume contest with prizes, or just come and enjoy!
Tickets include admission and entertainment. Drink and food purchases sold separately. Drink tickets are $6. Proceeds from the event benefit the Delaware Zoological Society of the Brandywine Zoo. The event will be held rain or moonshine. Strictly 21+ with valid ID required.
Special thanks to Dogfish Head Beer & Benevolence for their generous donation of beer and canned cocktails!
Members: $5 | Non-members: $10
DECEMBER
Santa at the Zoo
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7 & SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 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. Members MUST register for this event! Tickets available at the door and online. Online purchase recommended.
Members: $4 | Non-members: $8 | Children under 3 are Free
