The zoo has created a variety of interactive programs for toddlers to teens. All programs include age-appropriate hands-on science activities, animal encounters, exhibit visits, and arts-and-crafts. Some programs, including the spring and summer Teen Internship include meeting zoo keepers.
For more information or to register for a program, visit www.centralparkzoo.com/programs, call 212-439-6583 or email cpzregistration@wcs.org. Space is limited. Programs sell out quickly.
Family/Youth Programs:
NEW Little Hatchlings
Ages 10 to 23 months, with adult
Participants will explore the animal world with their kids by singing songs, doing arts-and-crafts, and meeting some zoo animals.
Monday Series:
February 25, March 4, 11, 18, April 8, & 15
Time:
10 – 11a.m.
Fee for six sessions:
Members: $150; Non-members: $180
Toddler Time
2 to 3, with adult
Participants will meet a variety of zoo animals and take part in interactive classes that include movement, craft-making, cooperative play, and more.
Sessions:
Tuesdays: March 5, 12, 19, April 9, 16, & 23
Saturdays: March 2, 9, 16, 23, April 6, & 13
Times:
10 - 11 a.m.
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Kinder Kritters
Ages 4 to 5, with adult
These interactive classes include hands-on activities, animal encounters, and fun activities at specific animal exhibits.
Sessions
Wednesdays: March 6, 13, 20, & April 3; Saturdays: April 20, 27, May 4 & 11
10- 11 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Fee for four sessions:
Members: $100; Non-members: $125
Springtime On The Farm
Ages 4 to 6, with adult
Children will enjoy springtime at the zoo by learning about barnyard animals and meeting a special animal guest.
Sunday, May 5
10 – 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Members: $45; Non-members $50
Family Photo Series: Images in Spring
Ages 7 – 18, with adult
The zoo’s resident photographer will take participants on a walk through the zoo to capture spring-themed photos.
Sunday, April 14
9 – 10:30 a.m.
Fee: Members $45; Non-members $50
Mother’s Day
Ages 3 to 10, with adult
The zoo will host a family party in honor of Mother’s Day. An Animal Mom zoo scavenger hunt, Mother’s Day craft, treats for all will be part of the program.
Sunday, May 12
Junior Keepers
Ages 8 to 10 with adult
Children will have an opportunity to work hands-on with keepers in caring for the animals.
Animal Behavior: Sunday, March 10
Primates: Sunday, April 7
Red Pandas: Saturday, May 11
3 Session Series Fee: Members $135; Non-members $165
Adult Programs:
Conservation Connection: Project Penguin
Participants will learn about penguin conservation around the world and how keepers care for these polar birds at the zoo. Light breakfast is included.
Sunday, March 3
10 a.m. – Noon
Fee: Members $65; Non-members $75
Photo Series: Breakfast with the Birds
Participants will go on a guided tour of the Rain Forest with the zoo’s resident photographer and Assistant Curator of Animals, Sue Cardillo, to meet and photograph the colorful birds that live here. Light breakfast is included. Digital camera required.
Sunday, April 28
9 – 11 a.m.
Zoo Career Spotlight Series: Zoo Keeper
Participants will learn about what it takes to be a zookeeper by trying their hands at various keeper duties such as food preparation, giving enrichment to animals and more.
Sunday, May 19
Summer Camp Schedule:
Toddler Camp
Ages 2 to 3, with adult
Monday, July 1 –Friday, July 5 (excluding July 4)
10 – 11 a.m.
Fees:
Members: $125; Non-members: $140
Kinderzoo
Ages 4 to 5
Available Sessions:
Monday, June 17 – Friday, June 21
Monday July 8 – Friday, July 12
Monday, June 24 – Friday, June 28
Monday, July 29 – Friday, August 2
Monday, August 12 – Friday, August 16
Monday, August 26 – Friday, August 30
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Fee: Members: $360; Non-members:$385
Week of Wildlife
Ages 6 to 7
Monday, July 15 – Friday, July 19
Monday, July 22 – Friday, July 26
Ages 10 to 12
Monday July 15 – Friday, July 19
Monday, August 19 – Friday, August 23
Fee: Members: $400; Non-members: $425
Teen Internship
Ages 13 to 17
Session:
Monday, July 22 – Friday, August 9
Fee: Members: $1,800; Non-members: $2,000
The Wildlife Conservation Society’s Central Park Zoo - Open every day of the year. General Admission is $12 for adults, $9 for senior citizens, $7 for children 3 to 12, and free for children younger than 3. Total Experience Admission is $18.00 for adults, $15.00 for senior citizens, and $13.00 for children 3 to 12. 4-D theater admission is $4.00 for members and $7.00 for non-members. Zoo hours are 10am to 5:30 pm, April through October, and 10am – 4:30pm daily, November through April. Tickets are sold until one half-hour before closing. The zoo is located at Fifth Avenue and 64th Street. For further information, please call 212-439-6500 or visit www.centralparkzoo.com
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