Open seven days a week, 365 days a year, we have events for all seasons. Below is a list of our upcoming events. Check back regularly to see what's happening.

November
Nov 27
Thanksgiving Day
Make the Zoo part of your holiday plans, and visit the park on Thanksgiving from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  A walk through our zoological collection is the perfect way to complete the day of giving thanks and feasting with family!  Enjoy free admission for all Milwaukee County residents.  The Zoological Society office will be closed.
December
Dec 5 through Jan 5, 2009
Fantastic Forest of Holiday Trees
Fantastic Forest of child-decorated holiday trees opens in the U.S. Bank Gathering Place.
Dec 6
Family Free Day at the Zoo
Dec. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21
Breakfast and Lunch with Santa
To get on the Zoo mailing list, call (414) 256-5466 after Oct. 1. Prevous year's participants are already on the mailing list. Or, watch the Zoo's Web site for registration details.
Dec 24
Christmas Eve
The Milwaukee County Zoo is open from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.  The Zoological Society office will be open from 9 a.m. - noon.
Dec 25
Christmas Day
Enjoy the tranquility of the season, at the Zoo.  It's open on Christmas Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Visit some of our winter-themed animals such as reindeer and polar bears.  Take advantage of free admission for all Milwaukee County residents.  The Zoological Society office will be closed.
January
Jan 3, 2009
Family Free Day at the Zoo
Jan 18, 2009
Sampson Stomp & Romp for the Zoo
February
Feb 7, 2009
Family Free Day at the Zoo
March
Mar 7, 2009
Family Free Day at the Zoo
Mar 14 & 15, 2009
Behind the Scenes Weekend at the Zoo