Special Events
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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- Franklin Park Zoo Events
- Stone Zoo Events
- Families & Children
- 21 and Over
- Holiday
- After Hours
- Fundraising & Scholarship
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Boston Lights: A Lantern Experience
Franklin Park Zoo
Through November 8, 5:00 – 10:30 p.m.Prepare to be dazzled as you wander through this glowing immersive experience filled with vibrant lantern displays.
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Free Admission for Veterans on Nov. 11
Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo
November 11, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.In honor of Veterans Day, admission to our Zoos will be free on Nov.11 for veterans and their immediate family members.
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Biodiversity Walks
Various locations
Various datesDiscover the hidden wonders of nature on expert-led nature walks.
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Jingle Beers
Stone Zoo
November 19, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Celebrate the season with a festive night of brews, lights and wildlife at Stone Zoo!
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ZooLights
Stone Zoo
November 20 - January 3, 4:00 - 9:30 p.m.Our annual festival of lights promises to dazzle visitors of all ages this holiday season.
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Visit with Santa
Stone Zoo
Various dates in November & DecemberAdd a little magic to your holiday cards with a meet-and-greet with Santa.
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Hot Chocolate with the Reindeer
Stone Zoo
Select December datesEnjoy delicious hot chocolate while learning more about Holly and Aoife, our resident reindeer.
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Intergalactic Night at ZooLights
Stone Zoo
January 2, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.Be transported to a galaxy far away when ZooLights transforms into a space adventure!
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Sustainable Adventure Travel with 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!
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Zootopia
Franklin Park Zoo
Saturday, June 12, 2027Our annual fundraising gala is an inspiring evening in celebration of the natural world.
