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.

Sept

18 months – 3 years
Beneficial Bugs
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
Animal Senses
11:30 a.m

 

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.

Oct

18 months – 3 years
Amazing Armadillo
10:15 a.m

 

Armadillos are some of the most interesting animals around. Come to KinderZoo in October and find out why we call them amazing!

3 years - 5 years
Zoo-per Heroes
11:30 a.m

 

Every animal is a super hero with their own special abilities! Feel free to wear your own super hero costume to this class as we learn about the many adaptations that make our animals special.

Nov

18 months – 3 years
Fabulous Frogs
10:15 a.m.

 

Frogs have some fabulous adaptations. Come to KinderZoo in November where we will learn all about frogs and meet some!

3 years - 5 years
Splish Splash
11:30 a.m

 

Every animal needs water. Join us at KinderZoo for some watery fun and meet an animal that loves water!

Dec

18 months – 3 years
Tough Tortoises
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
Animal Homes
11:30 a.m

 

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!

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.