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Take a look at our upcoming special events below, or visit our daily calendar to see what's happening on the day of your visit!

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    ZooLights

    Stone Zoo
    November 14 - January 4, 4:00 - 9:30 p.m. (Closed Dec. 25)

    Our annual festival of lights promises to dazzle visitors of all ages this holiday season.

    ZooLights Details
  • Reindeer Hotchocolate

    Hot Chocolate with the Reindeer

    Stone Zoo
    Select Nov. and Dec. dates

    Enjoy delicious hot chocolate while learning more about Holly and Aoife, our resident reindeer.

    Cocoa with Reindeer Details
  • Santa Visit Box

    Visit with Santa

    Stone Zoo
    Dec. 5, 7, 10–12, 14, 17–19, and 21–23

    Add a little magic to your holiday cards with a meet-and-greet with Santa.

    Visit Details
  • Ottersnow Box
    Dayle Sullivan-Taylor

    Free Admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

    Franklin Park Zoo & Stone Zoo
    January 19, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

    Enjoy free admission in honor of Martin Luther King Day!

    MLK Day Details
  • Jaguar2 Greatbeyondadventures Box

    Great Beyond Adventures


    Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime trip for two to observe jaguars in the Pantanal, the wild heart of Brazil, with Great Beyond Adventures and Zoo New England!

    Adventure Details
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    Zootopia

    Franklin Park Zoo
    June 6, 2026

    Our annual fundraising gala is an inspiring evening in celebration of the natural world.

    Zootopia Details