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Sunday, July 26, Franklin Park Zoo: Please note that parking and traffic restrictions will be in effect within Franklin Park. Vehicular traffic for Zoo visitors will be via the Blue Hill Avenue side of Circuit Drive. Parking is available in the Zoo parking lot across from the golf course, at Peabody Circle and Refectory Hill. Note that there may be brief periods when these roads and parking are inaccessible. Pierpont Road will be closed to Zoo visitor traffic and parking. We apologize for any inconvenience!

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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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  • Bonsai Show

    Bonsai Show

    Franklin Park Zoo
    July 31 - August 2

    Discover the beauty and artistry of bonsai and Ikebana in this vibrant outdoor display.

    Bonsai Show Details
  • Fieldconservation Staff Box

    Biodiversity Walks

    Various locations
    Various dates

    Discover the hidden wonders of nature on expert-led nature walks.

    Walk Details
  • Bostonlights Logo Box (1)

    Boston Lights: A Lantern Experience

    Franklin Park Zoo
    August 14 - November 8

    Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!

    Boston Lights Details
  • Cars Critters Logo

    Cars and Critters

    Stone Zoo
    August 22, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.

    Wild about cars? Rev your engines on over to Stone Zoo!

    Cars and Critters Details
  • Alesandtails Box

    Ales & Tails

    Stone Zoo
    September 12, 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.

    Walk on the wild side while enjoying local craft beverages!

    Ales & Tails 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
  • Zootopia Box (4)

    Zootopia

    Franklin Park Zoo

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

    Zootopia Details