Lions, Tigers and Elephants, oh my! Shop Omaha’s Zoo Gift Shop Thanksgiving Weekend (Friday, November 27, 2009 – Sunday, November 29, 2009) to find a gift that will have your friends roaring with delight and receive 30% off your entire purchase! The Gift Shop has a wide range of educational toys, clothing, coffee mugs, handcrafted wooden figurines from Africa and for those going “green”, a full line of paper products made out of “Elephant pooh”.
Omaha Zoo Members: Stay tuned for special exclusive Gift Shop discounts December 2009 - January 2010!
Supper with Santa - December 18, 2009
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus at Omaha's Zoo for a night of fun-filled holiday spirit! Enjoy supper, crafts, pictures with Santa and more from 6 - 8 p.m. Registration is $15 per person (children ages two and under are free). Space is limited so make your reservations soon! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact Omaha's Zoo Education Department at (402)
738-2092 for more information or to make your reservation.
Supper with Santa - December 19, 2009
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus at Omaha's Zoo for a night of fun-filled holiday spirit! Enjoy supper, crafts, pictures with Santa and more from 6 - 8 p.m. Registration is $15 per person (children ages two and under are free). Space is limited so make your reservations soon! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact Omaha's Zoo Education Department at (402)
738-2092 for more information or to make your reservation.
Supper with Santa - December 20, 2009
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus at Omaha's Zoo for a night of fun-filled holiday spirit! Enjoy supper, crafts, pictures with Santa and more from 6 - 8 p.m. Registration is $15 per person (children ages two and under are free). Space is limited so make your reservations soon! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact Omaha's Zoo Education Department at (402)
738-2092 for more information or to make your reservation.
Noon Year's Eve on December 31, 2009
Party with the animals and celebrate New Year's Eve at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo on December 31, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Have a wild time with activities, entertainment and an early countdown to 2010. Enjoy this fun family event without having to stay up until midnight!
More information to come.
Teddy Bear Clinic 2010
Bring your favorite stuffed animal to Omaha's Zoo for some TLC. Zoo docents will have your favorite friend stitched up and nursed back to health. Free to Omaha's Zoo members or regular paid admission.
More information to come.
Science Olympiad 2010
Omaha's Zoo will host the 5th annual Metro Science Olympiad. Student teams in grades 7-12 will participate in math and science related competitions in order to prepare for the state Science Olympiad.
More information to come.
Read Around the World 2010
Celebrate reading with Omaha's Zoo during the annual Read Around the World event. Participate in various activities including stories and special animal encounters.
More information to come.
Photo Challenge 2010
Swing into Omaha's Zoo during the month of March to capture a "wild" shot and enter the 2010 Photo Challenge! Remember to keep a digital version of your photograph, as Omaha's Zoo may use winning photographs for future advertising!
More information to come.
Polar Bear and Cubs Club Spring Kick-Off 2010
Exercise, learn and explore Omaha’s Zoo with the Polar Bear and Cubs Club every Wednesday morning at 9 a.m. This club is free to Omaha Zoo members who are parents of pre-kindergarten aged children.
For more information about Polar Bear and Cubs Club, please call (402) 738-2038 or email groups@omahazoo.com.
More information to come.
Walking Club Spring Kick-Off 2010
Lace up your sneakers to enjoy fresh air, friends and fun. Omaha Zoo Members, age 50 or older, are welcome to join Walking Club every Friday morning year-round!
For more information about Walking Club, please call (402) 738-2038 or email promotions@omahazoo.com.
More information to come.
Party for the Planet 2010
Celebrate the planet at Omaha's Zoo. Special activities and education zones will be set-up throughout the Zoo.
More information to come.
Bird Watch at Wildlife Safari 2010
Celebrate flight with feathered friends! Learn about birds, design bird crafts or explore on your own to catch a glimpse of various ducks, geese and cranes.
Wildlife Safari is operated by Omaha’s Zoo and is located off Nebraska’s I-80, Exit 426. Admission prices for Wildlife Safari are Child (3-11) $4, Adult (12 & over) $6, Senior (62 & over) $5. Omaha Zoo Member receive $1 off admission. For more information about Wildlife Safari, click here.
More information to come.
Member's Day (last name begins with A-L) 2010
Member Appreciation Days are fun-filled ways for Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo to say thank you for the support throughout the year.
Member's Day (last name begins with M-Z) 2010
Member Appreciation Days are fun-filled ways for Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo to say thank you for the support throughout the year.
Ice Cream Safari 2010
Enjoy all-you-can-eat ice cream at the Zoo's Dairy World area from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., check out a special polar bear feeding, make fun milk crafts and more. A small fee will be charged.
More information to come.
Critter Ride 2010
Bring your bike and ride through the Zoo during this family fun event from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. There will be dinner, snacks, refreshments plus special animal encounters during the fun filled evening. Reservations will be required and a fee will be assessed.
More information to come.
Going Buggy at Wildlife Safari 2010
They creep and crawl, dangle and fly...come discover what else bugs can do! Fly over to Wolf Woods to check out bug displays, learn about bug’s important role in nature and participate in buggy crafts. Before leaving Wolf Woods, be sure to explore the area and see what type of creepy crawlies you can find on your own!
Wildlife Safari is operated by Omaha’s Zoo and is located off Nebraska’s I-80, Exit 426. Admission prices for Wildlife Safari are Child (3-11) $4, Adult (12 & over) $6, Senior (62 & over) $5. Omaha Zoo Member receive $1 off admission. For more information about Wildlife Safari, click here.
More information to come.
Sounds of Fall at Wildlife Safari 2010
Become an animal detective for a day! Learn to identify animals by their sounds, tracks and evidence they leave behind at Wildlife Safari during the Sounds of Fall event. Enjoy touching and feeling animal artifacts, participating in crafts and enjoying other special activities at Wolf Woods.
Wildlife Safari is operated by Omaha’s Zoo and is located off Nebraska’s I-80, Exit 426. Admission prices for Wildlife Safari are Child (3-11) $4, Adult (12 & over) $6, Senior (62 & over) $5. Omaha Zoo Member receive $1 off admission. For more information about Wildlife Safari, click here.
More information to come.
Zoo Run 2010
Lace up your shoes for the 30th annual Zoo Run! This event is great for runners of all levels with the choice between a five mile or one mile run. Reservations will be required and a fee will be assessed.
More information to come.
Spooktacular 2010
One of the most popular Halloween events in town, Spooktacular is fun for children of all ages!
This event offers guests the opportunity to trick or treat at Omaha's Zoo and fill their bags with goodies from special treat stations.
For more information regarding sponsorship, please contact the Omaha's Zoo Foundation at (402) 738-2073 or foundation@omahazoo.com.
More information to come.
Haunted Safari at the Wildlife Safari 2010
Go on a haunted hike, take a spooky ride, enjoy supper, roast marshmallows and participate in ghostly games! Haunted Safari is a safe and fun Halloween event for families. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Wear your costume and dress warm as this is an outside activity. Reservations are required and a fee. Please contact Omaha's Zoo Education Department at 402-738-2092 for more information.
Wildlife Safari is operated by Omaha’s Zoo and is located off Nebraska’s I-80, Exit 426. Admission prices for Wildlife Safari are Child (3-11) $4, Adult (12 & over) $6, Senior (62 & over) $5. Omaha Zoo Member receive $1 off admission. For more information about Wildlife Safari, click here.
More information to come.
Polar Bear and Cubs Club Fall Festival 2010
Exercise, learn and explore Omaha’s Zoo with the Polar Bear and Cubs Club every Wednesday morning at 9 a.m. This club is free to Omaha Zoo members who are parents of pre-kindergarten aged children.
For more information about Polar Bear and Cubs Club, please call (402) 738-2038 or email groups@omahazoo.com.
More information to come.
Walking Club Fall Festival 2010
Lace up your sneakers to enjoy fresh air, friends and fun. Omaha Zoo Members, age 50 or older, are welcome to join Walking Club every Friday morning year-round!
For more information about Walking Club, please call (402) 738-2038 or email promotions@omahazoo.com.
More information to come.
Supper with Santa 2010
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus at Omaha's Zoo for a night of fun-filled holiday spirit! Enjoy supper, crafts, pictures with Santa and more from 6 - 8 p.m. Registration is required and fee will be assessed (children ages two and under are free). All children must be accompanied by an adult.