If you have any questions, please call (402) 738-2038 or email communications@omahazoo.com.

Celebrate Independence Day with the red, white and blue creatures of Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Saturday, July 1 through Tuesday, July 4, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

There will be wild entertainment including bounce houses, music and special animal encounters for all ages.

The first 800 people to walk through the gates will receive a free patriotic gift provided by Oriental Trading Company. Event activities are free to Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium members or with regular paid Zoo admission

Join Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium for a suds sippin’ safari as we host our fourth annual Brew at the Zoo event on Saturday, July 15, 2017 from 8 to 11 p.m. Guests 21 and over will enjoy a stroll through the Zoo and sample unique brews from dozens of local breweries, as well as a selection of locally produced wines.  Spend your night with live music, food, fun games and, of course, the exotic animals of the Zoo.

Reservations are required. All sales are final, no refunds or exchanges will be made.

Click here to purchase general admission tickets.

General admission tickets are $55 for Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium members and $65 for non-members. What's included: Souvenir tasting glass, unlimited sampling of a variety of beers and wines, live music, up-close-and-personal encounters with our animals, fun adult games and much more!  

VIP tickets are SOLD OUT! No other VIP tickets will be added.

VIP tickets are $80 per person. Only 300 VIP tickets are available. What's included: In addition to all benefits listed above, VIP tickets also include admission to the VIP Pre-Party where guests will experience the event an hour earlier at 7 p.m., enjoy exclusive beer and wine tastings without the crowds, a free meal voucher and free drink ticket to the cash bar. VIP will also be able to take home a Brew at the Zoo souvenir glass mug!

Please note: Gates will close at 5 p.m. and buildings will close at 6:00 p.m. on this day for the event. All daytime visitors will be asked to exit Zoo grounds by 6:30 p.m. in preparation for the event. 

This is an after-hours, adults-only event. You must be 21 years or older and have a valid ID for entry. All sales are final, no refunds or exchanges will be made. No tickets will be available at the door. No designated driver tickets will be sold. Please drink responsibly.

Member Appreciation Days are fun-filled ways for Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium to say thank you for the support throughout the year. Members with last names beginning with A-L can enjoy the fun activities on Wednesday, July 26, 2017, from 1:30 to 7 p.m. Members with last names beginning with M-Z can enjoy the fun activities on Wednesday, August 2, 2017, from 1:30 to 7 p.m.

If you are unable to visit us on your designated date, please join us on the alternate date.

Event activities are free to Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium members or with regular paid Zoo admission.

Hey kids, before the bell rings for your first class this school year, visit Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Saturday, August 5 and Sunday, August 6, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for one last hurrah! Get into the school spirit by hanging out with local mascots while enjoying kid-friendly music from Omaha Street Percussion.

Finish summer with a bash! Gate gifts, provided by Oriental Trading Company, will be given out, while supplies last. Event activities are free to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium members or with regular paid Zoo admission.

Lace up your shoes for the 37th annual Zoo Run on Sunday, September 3, 2017. This fun run is great for runners of all levels with the choice between a five mile run and a one mile run/walk. Check-in begins at 6:30 a.m. at the Main Entrance. The five-mile run departs at 7:30 a.m. and the one-mile run departs at 7:40 a.m.

Race registration will open in late June. Reservations are required and non-refundable. Walk in registrations will NOT be available.

Participants will receive bagels, bananas and free Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium admission on the day of the run. Strollers are NOT allowed in the 5-mile race.

Pre-event packet pick up is available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. inside of Guest Services on Friday, September 1 and Saturday, September 2.

Say goodbye to summer and hello to one last hurrah Saturday, September 2 through Monday, September 4, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Labor Day Weekend at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium!

There will be wild entertainment including bounce houses, airbrush tattoos and special animal presentations for all ages.

Gate gifts, provided by Oriental Trading Company, will be given out, while supplies last.  Event activities are free to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium members or with regular paid Zoo admission.

For more information, please call (402) 738-6908 or email scout@omahazoo.com.

Member Appreciation Days are fun-filled ways for Wildlife Safari Park to say thank you for your continued support throughout the season. Join in the fun on Saturday, September 30, and Sunday, October 1, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wildlife Safari Park admission hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

There will be family friendly entertainment, activities, education stations, animal encounters, crafts, hiking and more. Wildlife Safari Park members will receive a 30-percent discount on concessions and gift Shop merchandise on these dates, as well.

Take a ride on a hayrack ride as you travel down to Wolf Canyon, where you will enjoy a hot dog supper, roast marshmallows and play ghostly games for candies in the great outdoors during Haunted Safari from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, October 6, and Saturday, October 7, 2017.

Tickets are $18 for Wildlife Safari Park and Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium members and $23 for non-members.

Reservations are required. Children 2 and under are free. Event cost does not include general Wildlife Safari Park admission during the operating hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Click here to register.

Interested in spending the night at Wildlife Safari Park after the event? Check out our Haunted Safari Family Campout. Click here for more information.