Spring Break Alert
The Zoo anticipates high attendance through April 7th due to Spring Break. Parking is limited, so arrive early, carpool, and check our site / social pages often for more updates!
The Zoo anticipates high attendance through April 7th due to Spring Break. Parking is limited, so arrive early, carpool, and check our site / social pages often for more updates!
Get up close and personal with the North Carolina Zoo's animal ambassadors!
Animal encounters are interactive educational experiences that explore a variety of animals - what they eat, how they live, and what you can do to help the animals that live in your own backyard!
Program Times: April - October; times vary depending on weather and staff availability.
Program Location: Animal Encounters are held inside Kidzone at various locations, including the front porch and chalk wall area.