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April 2026
Akron Zoo’s Spring Break Camp
This year's theme: Spring Break Around the World Zoo-cation Camp: A week-long camp program filled with crafts, games and other educational fun activities. as well as animal experiences, animal encounters and a tour of the zoo while forming connections to the natural world. Explore the world’s wildlife and cultures right here at the zoo, discover amazing animals and their habitats, check out different world regions and learn about the people and places that make each one unique. Akron Zoo Members:…
Find out more »Adaptive: Zoothing Hour
The zoo is open an hour early for guests who do not like loud noises and/or crowds. 9-10 a.m.
Find out more »Party for the Planet
A fun-filled day of education, conservation-themed activities, crafts and more 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Find out more »Adaptive: Cleveland Zoo Adventure ’26
Get wild with A Kid Again where a variety of sensory accessibility options will be available. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, akidagain.org
Find out more »May 2026
Mother’s Day at the Akron Zoo
Free admission for all moms and grandmas. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Find out more »Free Admission to the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Mothers receive free zoo admission.
Find out more »Renaissance Faire
Majestic creatures of the zoo meet the magic of a bygone age. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Find out more »June 2026
Father’s Day at the Akron Zoo
Free admission for all dads and grandpas.10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Find out more »August 2026
Zoothing Hour
Open early for guests with different abilities who do not like loud noises and/or crowds. 9-10 a.m.
Find out more »Asian Lantern Festival
The Asian Lantern Festival is presented by Meijer and returns to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo beginning Thursday, July 9 and will run daily through August 8th. Experience the Zoo illuminated after dark, featuring live performances and a variety of culturally inspired food. New this year! Expect more hands-on interactive experiences and the debut of the K-Pop Family Dance Party. Come ready to dance the night away with an energetic, interactive experience for all ages. Enjoy dance tutorials led by the house…
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