Celebrate Mother Earth at Zoo Boise! We're excited to open the zoo for families to explore after hours with a guided tour, animal artifacts, Earth Day activities, and opportunities to meet our animal ambassadors. (Plus, see which animals come out to 'party' at twilight!) $8 per person

Love wine and need a night out with friends or a new date night option? Explore your inner artistic abilities with some wine at Zoo Boise for Paint and Pinot. Join artist-instructor Deanna Peacock for an evening of painting and sipping while surrounded by baboons, otters, and the Nile crocodile! All supplies will be provided. … Continued

Hop over to Zoo Boise for Easter EGGstravaganza! A totally EGG-cellent event for the whole family featuring candy stations, special treats for the zoo animals, activities, encounters, vendors, and more. The Easter Bunny will also be available for photos with purchase. 10AM - 5PM with last admission at 4PM. Presented by US Bank.

See Zoo Boise in a new light after dark! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and enjoy a guided afterhours tour where you may see different animals and different behaviors. Find out which animals get wild at twilight! Seasonal appetizers provided; beer/cider will be available for purchase. 21+ only event.

A Wild Valentine’s Celebration for Adults! Birds do it. Bees do it. Snow leopards sometimes do it. Find out how animals at Zoo Boise woo each other. Our Valentine’s program will reveal the very intimate secrets of exotic animal mating and dating – from the humorous and tawdry to passionate. Join us for fun activities … Continued

Whether your family has natural artistic talent or just wants a fun experience, enjoy painting at Zoo Boise for Animals and Art. Instructed by local artist Deanna Peacock, this evening will include paint instruction and snacks. All art supplies will be provided. Designed for ages 5 years and older. Children must be accompanied by an … Continued

Ever wondered how penguins paint? Find out during a special afternoon at Zoo Boise for a paint and sip with Magellanic penguins. Paint a background and enjoy drinks and snacks while being treated to a zookeeper chat and tour. Then watch as the penguins add their personal touch to your art! Soft drinks, beer, and … Continued

Ever wondered how penguins paint? Find out during a special afternoon at Zoo Boise for a paint and sip with Magellanic penguins. Paint a background and enjoy drinks and snacks while being treated to a zookeeper chat and tour. Then watch as the penguins add their personal touch to your art! Soft drinks, beer, and … Continued

Love wine and need a night out with friends or a new date night option? Explore your inner artistic abilities with some wine at Zoo Boise for Paint and Pinot. Join artist-instructor Deanna Peacock for an evening of painting and sipping while surrounded by baboons, otters, and the Nile crocodile! All supplies will be provided. … Continued

Ever wondered how penguins paint? Find out during a special afternoon at Zoo Boise for a paint and sip with Magellanic penguins. Paint a background and enjoy drinks and snacks while being treated to a zookeeper chat and tour. Then watch as the penguins add their personal touch to your art! Soft drinks, beer, and … Continued

Have a holly and jolly morning at Zoo Boise for Breakfast with Santa! Guests will be treated to a buffet breakfast, personal time with Santa Claus, kids craft time, animal experiences, and photos with Santa (if purchased in advance). Then you'll have the rest of the day to explore the zoo!