While we make every effort to ensure events are up-to-date, some may have been postponed or canceled. We recommend checking with the venue or organization before attending any of the following events.
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April 2025
Lamb Jam
An entire weekend of sheep thrills where you can help shear a sheep, spin wool, weave on a loom, and learn to make felt. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Find out more »July 2025
Dino-Roars And Explore at the Akron Zoo
Visit the Akron Zoo and walk among the prehistoric past and learn how the Earth went from being covered in enormous Dinos to the animals we know today.
Find out more »August 2025
Touch a Bug
Learn about some local insects and touch them when and if you are ready. 10 a.m.
Find out more »Feed the Animals
Work alongside wildlife staff to prepare food, treats and enrichment for our resident animals. 9-10:30 a.m.
Find out more »Asian Lantern Festival
Walk or drive through an illuminated zoo after dark with live acrobatics, culturally-inspired cuisine and lantern displays. 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Find out more »Annual Butterfly Count
Judy Semroc will lead a public hike, help participants learn about butterflies and join in the survey. We will look for adult butterflies and caterpillars. Enjoy the beauty of our native butterflies. A portion of the hike is paved and a portion is a mowed grass path. 10:30 a.m.
Find out more »Horse Tales
Children can spend time reading out loud to horses. 1:30-3 p.m.
Find out more »September 2025
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