Early Childhood Programs
Play Group Program Package
Bring your play group to the Zoo for fun and learning! Our Play Group program package includes a 30-minute guided tour of several of our animal exhibits, including touchable artifacts! The tour will be followed by an animal storytime and an encounter with two of our touchable Ambassador Animals.
We have three topics for you to choose from: Animal Movement, Animal Senses, and All About Animals!
This program is appropriate for kids ages 5 and under, accompanied by their grown-ups. Please note that the tour is in public areas only and does not include behind-the-scenes access.
Pricing:
Pricing is valid for groups of up to 10. If you have more than 10 people (including adults), please contact us for program pricing.
Members: $35
Non-members: $40
Price does not include Zoo admission
Play Group Program Packages can be requested for any date, during Zoo hours, based on educator availability. Click here to request your package!
Program Package Request Form
Program Packages are available daily, during Zoo hours, year-round based on educator availability. Please make your reservation at least two days in advance. For reservations, fill out the form below or contact our Education Department at 605-367-8313, ext. 233. (Phone reservations are recommended within a week of the requested date.)