Special Events

31 Oct.

Zoo Boo Bash – October 31st

Ghosts, goblins and ghouls of all kinds will gear up to celebrate Halloween at the fan-favorite Zoo Boo Bash! Presented by Saturday, October...

9 AM

Nov-Jan

Asian Lantern Festival

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will transform at night into the Asian Lantern Festival from November 13, 2026-January 17, 2027.

23-35 November

School Break Camp | Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving Camp November 23-25, 2026 9 AM – 4 PM AGES: 6-8 & 9-12 Make the most of Thanksgiving Break for ages 6-8 and 9-12 with...

9AM - 4PM

18 Jan.

School Break Camp | MLK Day

MLK Day Camp – Zoo Adventures! Experience three days of unforgettable Zoo adventures as campers go behind the scenes, meet incredible animals...

9 AM - 4 PM

15 February

School Break Camp | Presidents’ Day

Presidents’ Day Camp Monday, February 15, 2027 No school? No problem. Spend Presidents’ Day at the Zoo with a full day of adventure,...

9 AM - 4 PM

Spring Break Camp

Spring Break Camps are sponsored by A. Duda & Sons Spring Break is going to be wild at the Zoo! Week-long camps are offered for children...