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There's no better place for a birthday party than the zoo! Every 90 min party is visited by 2 animal guests, a trip to the barn to feed animals, and an experienced educator who will work with you to make sure this an unforgettable birthday for your child. Add on an extra 30 minutes so you have time for even more fun.

A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a birthday party at the Prospect Park Zoo. If you have questions, contact the Birthday Party Specialist prior to booking online at ppzbirthdayparties@wcs.org.

Submitting this form reserves your birthday party date & time & requires a non-refundable deposit. The Birthday Party Specialist will reach out to you within 3 business days, at which time you will have the option to add on party time for an additional cost. The price listed above is for up to 40 people, including the birthday family.

Bring your whole family for a day of fun, adventure and animals!

Family Fall Fest: November 14, 2026
Join us at the zoo for a veritable cornucopia of fall-themed activities! From exploration stations to animal meet and greets, scheduled enrichment chats, and more! Let’s admire the changing foliage, bask in the brisk breeze, and learn how animals acclimate to the changing weather. 

Spring Fling: Mother's Day: May 9, 2027
It’s a Spring Awakening! Join us at the zoo to enjoy the beginning of our blooming season, learn how animals raise their young, and explore how it’s all connected! Celebrate the mothers in our zoo community while engaging in springtime activities, animal meet and greets, exhibit enrichment chats, and more!

This program is families with children for all ages.Tickets are per person. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Unwind at Prospect Park Zoo’s Adults-Only afternoon events, where you'll enjoy nature, mocktails, and themed experiences for guests 21 and older.

Creatures & Cordials: October 25, 2026
This October, skip the crowded bars and do something no one else in Brooklyn is doing! Spend an afternoon in the eerie charm of Prospect Park Zoo exploring mysterious creatures and sipping creatively crafted mocktails from a custom keepsake cup only guests of this experience take home. Meet an animal up close that most visitors never get to see and take on themed challenges designed to bring out your social side, making this the most unforgettable afternoon of the Halloween season.

Spring Nectar : April 10, 2027
Spring has arrived at the zoo and this afternoon belongs to you! Skip the crowded brunch spots this season and spend an afternoon in the blooming charm of Prospect Park Zoo sipping creatively crafted mocktails from a custom keepsake cup only guests of this experience take home. Meet an animal up close that most visitors never get to see and take on playful themed challenges designed to bring out your social side, making this the freshest and most unforgettable afternoon of the spring season.

Each ticket includes full zoo admission. Designed for adults 21+.

Bring your scout or troop to the zoo and earn a patch! Includes self-guided activities, food for barn animals and a special patch.

All ages. Max of 25 people including students and adults.
 

Bring your scout or troop to the zoo, and earn a patch! Includes self-guided activities, food for barn animals and a special patch. All ages.

Can You Solve a Mystery at the Zoo? Become a Wildlife Detective, collect clues, and solve the mystery as you learn about animals and complete badge activities. Meet animals, trade SWAPS and enjoy a special performance. Each participant will receive an event patch.

This is not a drop off event. Tickets are per person and scouts must be accompanied by an adult.​

This program is held rain or shine and includes walking outside. Some outdoor areas have uneven surfaces.

Join us for fun activities as we celebrate Earth Day at the Zoo! Search for Letterboxes and Geocaches as you practice Leave No Trace! Complete badge activities, meet animals, sing songs, and receive an event patch. Bring SWAPS to trade

This program is for children in grades K-12 and all children must be accompanied by an adult.Tickets are per person.