KinderZoo

KinderZoo is a program for preschoolers to play, discover & learn in a fun, interactive way. Sign up today!

Join us as we explore different animals and habitats, using games, BioFacts, and engaging, age-appropriate activities. Each class will also include the opportunity to meet an ambassador animal up-close and learn all about them!

Sign up for KinderZoo

Click on the appropriate time slot under your preferred date below. Please note that only kids need to be registered for KinderZoo, one adult attends with each child registered. Registration covers the class fee but not entry into the Zoo.

When?

10:15 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. on select days September through May

For Whom?

Classes Available for Ages 18 months – 2 and 3-5

Price

Members = $15 per student
Non-members = $17 per student

* Please note, admission tickets/membership also required to enter the Zoo

Registration closes at 4 p.m. the day before the class starts (no same day registration) but may fill much earlier! KinderZoo registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable. For more information, see our Education Program FAQs.

January

18 months – 3 years, 10:15 a.m.
Super Snakes

nakes can smell with their tongues! Come to KinderZoo in January to meet a snake and find out what else makes snakes so super.

3 years - 5 years, 11:30 a.m.
Animal Senses

Can you imagine what it would be like to see at night or smell underground? Come to KinderZoo where we will see, hear, feel, and smell to explore the world around us.

February

18 months – 3 years, 10:15 a.m.
Marvelous Mammals

Come meet a marvelous mammal at KinderZoo! We will learn about all the things that make mammals special.

3 years - 5 years, 11:30 a.m.
Animal Homes

Animals find shelter in many different ways, from camouflage to building their own homes. Come to KinderZoo and meet an animal who builds their own home!

March

Tough Tortoises
18 months – 3 years
10:15 a.m.

Tortoises have to be tough to survive. This month at KinderZoo, we will meet a tortoise and find out what makes her so cool!

3 years - 5 years, 11:30 a.m.
Animal Shapes

Shapes are everywhere in nature. Come to KinderZoo in March and see how many different shapes we can find on our animal friends!

April

Beneficial Bugs
18 months – 3 years
10:15 a.m.

Bugs have one of the most important jobs around and are often overlooked. Come to KinderZoo and find out why they are so nice to have around!

3 years - 5 years, 11:30 a.m.
Safari Time

Have you ever wanted to go to Africa? This is your chance to meet an African animal up-close without having to go all the way across the ocean. We will learn all about African animals and the important jobs they do!

May

Tremendous Toads
18 months – 3 years
10:15 a.m.

Come to KinderZoo in May and meet a toad! We’ll also move like a toad and find out what makes them tremendous.

3 years - 5 years, 11:30 a.m.
Growing Up

Every animal grows up in their own way, including people! We will act out the lifecycles of different animals and see how they are similar to ours or unique.

We want to hear from you!

We want to hear from you! Contact the our education team at 585.336.7213 or [email protected] with any questions or comments.

Every day is a great day to visit the Zoo. Experience life on the wild side, enjoy up-close animal interactions and support global conservation efforts—right here at the Zoo. Reserve your tickets now for quick and easy entry, and enjoy more time connecting with wildlife.

April 1 through October 31

November 1 through March 31

Zoo opens at 9:30 a.m. for our Zoo members.
Open all year long. Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.