Sip & Swirl – SOLD OUT

Friday, March 24

Moscato under the moonlight! Sample wines from around the region, enjoy the Aquarium after dark, and raise your glass to conservation.

Breakfast or Lunch with the Easter Bunny  – SOLD OUT

Saturdays & Sunday, April 1, 2, & 8

Hop on into the Zoo for a fun time this Easter! Create a cute craft, have a tasty meal, and take a picture with the Easter Bunny. This event is fun for the whole family.

wild earth day

Saturday, April 22

Every day is a great day to help the planet, but Wild Earth Day is extra special at the Zoo! Included with admission, visit us for activities, conservation tips, and see the animals and plants who share our planet.

cinco de rhino: family celebration

Friday, May 5th

Join us as we celebrate the five species of rhinos with this daytime event! Enjoy a family-friendly event with crafts, fun facts, and enrichment. 

CINCO DE RHINO: 21+ HAPPY HOUR

Friday, May 5th 

Join us as we celebrate the five species of rhinos with a fiesta! This 21+ after-hours event will include rhino enrichment, entertainment, tasty tacos, churros, drink ticket, and more.

wild wellness day

Saturday, May 13

Healthy Zoo, Healthy You! Wild Wellness Day is all about promoting physical and mental wellness during Mental Health Awareness Month. Get ready for a day full of fun, healthy activities!

Sponsored by UPMC Health Plan

Mother’s day celebration

Sunday, May 14

Mothers of all generations receive free general admission to the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium when accompanied by their child!

Sponsored by UPMC Health Plan

upmc for life: senior health & fitness day

Wednesday, May 31

Join us as we celebrate National Senior Health & Fitness Day! All UPMC for Life members and guests over 60 receive free admission before 1 P.M.

Sponsored by UPMC for Life

SUMMER SAFARI: A PITTSBURGH PARTY

Friday, June 9

Come celebrate the Zoo’s 125th anniversary with a one of a kind Pittsburgh Party. Let out your inner YINZER and celebrate the evolution of not only the Zoo, but our amazing city of Pittsburgh. Enjoy a traditional cookie table, Pittsburgh firsts, famous foods, live music, local performances, and more!

father’s day celebration

Sunday, June 18

Fathers of all generations receive free general admission to the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium when accompanied by their child! 

Sponsored by Busy Beaver Building Centers, Inc.

Please note: based upon current recommendations at time of any Zoo event, COVID safety measures may apply.

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Snack items provided by event vendors may contain or come into contact with WHEAT, EGGS, PEANUTS, TREE NUTS, and MILK. For more information, please email specialevents@pittsburghzoo.org