August Events at the Toledo Zoo
TOLEDO, Ohio — Soak up the sunshine and summer fun at the Toledo Zoo! Through Friday, August 19 Summer Safari Camps sponsored by McDonald’s Go wild this summer vacation at the Toledo Zoo with Summer Safari Camps sponsored by McDonald's restaurants of northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan! The Zoo offers wild opportunities for campers ages four through 15. Separate fee. Pre-registration required. Member discounts apply. For more information, including schedule, themes and pricing, please visit toledozoo.org/camps. August Overnights and Snooze at the Zoo Spending the night at the Zoo is a wildly good time for families, groups and schools. During the overnight adventure, guests make enrichment for our animals, tour the Zoo, meet animals up close and enjoy delicious meals. Each Snooze lasts from 6:30 p.m. - 10 a.m. the next day. Separate fee. Pre-registration required. For more information, including pricing and available dates, visit toledozoo.org/education. Saturday, August 6 Yark Subaru Rock n Roar It is the summer's wildest dance party for the 21-and-over crowd! Black Swamp Rebels, Electrik Circus and DJ Jim Lieber will keep the party tunes pumping all night long. Rock n Roar is supported by Hollywood Casino Toledo and Kroger. Guests must be 21 and over with valid ID to enter. Sponsorship opportunities, online ticket purchasing and additional information is available at toledozoo.org/roar. Sunday, August 7 Wild Night The Zoo will be CLOSED 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and OPEN 2 – 8 p.m. with last admission at 7 p.m. Admission will be half price from 2-6 p.m. and free after 6 p.m. Come spend a summer evening with your favorite Zoo animals! Thursday, August 11 Senior Safari Join the Toledo Zoo and Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio for a fun day focused on seniors, including lunch, health screenings, exercise, safety tips and Zoo exploration! Seniors aged 60 and better receive free parking and free Zoo admission! For a full schedule of events and more information, please visit areaofficeonaging.com. Sunday, August 14 Wild Night The Zoo will be CLOSED 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and OPEN 2 – 8 p.m. with last admission at 7 p.m. Admission will be half price from 2-6 p.m. and free after 6 p.m. Come spend a summer evening with your favorite Zoo animals! Wednesday, August 17 Watch it Grow garden tour: “Plants In and Around Animal Exhibits” Tour meets at Ziem’s Conservatory at 10:30 a.m. Horticulture staff will guide this informative 90-minute tour that traverses throughout Zoo grounds. Tour is free with Zoo admission but pre-registration is required. For more information, please visit toledozoo.org/gardentours. Friday, August 19 Live Nation Concert Series: Alan Jackson and Lauren Alaina For more information, please visit toledozoo.org/concerts. Friday, August 26 Feast with the Beasts presented by PNC This Zoo fundraiser includes a five-course dinner prepared by the Zoo's professional chef and catering staff and wine pairing, along with an unforgettable up-close animal encounter and live auction! Space is limited and advanced registration is required. Additional information is available at toledozoo.com/feast. Saturday, August 27 BUGFest Visit Nature's Neighborhood for a day dedicated to the little creatures that creep, crawl, float and flutter! At 3 p.m. see a live spider feeding and throughout the day enjoy crafts and activities inspired by our buggy buddies. BUGFest is free with Zoo admission. The Zoo is open daily at 10 a.m. and is located on the Anthony Wayne Trail (US 25), four miles south of downtown Toledo. For more information, please visit toledozoo.org or call 419-385-4040. Lucas County residents are admitted free of charge on non-holiday Mondays from 10 a.m. - noon. Valid ID showing proof of residency is required.
Press Release Contact Name: Andi Norman
Press Release Contact Email: [email protected]
Press Release Contact Phone: 419-385-5721 ext. 2098
Organization Name: The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium