Events Calendar
Featured Events
Boo at the Zoo
Boo at the Zoo is a Halloween tradition for the whole family! Spooktacular entertainment, festive photo-ops, fair rides, and plenty of spooky fun - it's the perfect way to celebrate the season.
The Leaf After Dark
Let the lush greenery and starlight guide you on your journey through the biomes during this relaxing, adults-only evening at The Leaf.
Behind the Scenes Zoo Experiences - Toucan Ridge
Take a trip to the tropics and get up close with free-flying birds in Toucan Ridge.
Boo at the Zoo
Boo at the Zoo is a Halloween tradition for the whole family! Spooktacular entertainment, festive photo-ops, fair rides, and plenty of spooky fun - it's the perfect way to celebrate the season.
Gardener Chats
Chat with a member of our horticultural team while you explore The Leaf! Our expert gardeners will explore our connections to plants and provide insider knowledge about the beautiful plantings within the biomes.
Roll With It: Sushi Making Workshop - Folklorama 365 - SOLD OUT
Join our sushi-making workshop, an interactive culinary experience where you’ll learn the techniques of rolling a classic maki to a featured specialty roll that changes with each class.
Road Closures
Each year, a variety of fundraising walks, runs, and events are hosted in the Park by not-for-profit and community organizations. For safety reasons, some of these events require temporary road closures.
Fresh Pasta Lab: Spaghetti & Tagliatelle with Prairie Bread Lab - SOLD OUT
Learn how to make restaurant-quality fresh pasta from scratch with Prairie Bread Lab's Jared Ozuk.
Journeys Through the Zoo
Join us for Journeys Through the Zoo, an engaging program specially crafted for individuals living with dementia and their care partners.
Toddler Tuesdays at The Leaf
We’re excited to welcome you and your toddler to beautiful Mediterranean Biome for fun, educational activities you will both love! Enjoy music and games while discovering the joy of movement.
The Leaf After Dark
Let the lush greenery and starlight guide you on your journey through the biomes during this relaxing, adults-only evening at The Leaf.
