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Sunday, August 16: 
• Franklin Park Zoo will be open for daytime guests. Due to events taking place outside the Zoo, traffic and parking restrictions will be in effect throughout Franklin Park. Circuit Drive will be closed, and barriers may be in place on some roadways. If you encounter a barrier, please identify yourself as a Zoo visitor. Parking will be available in the Zoo’s parking lots, though there may be periods when roads or parking areas are temporarily inaccessible. We strongly encourage the use of public transportation or rideshare when possible. 
• Franklin Park Zoo’s Boston Lights evening event will be closed on Sunday, August 16.
We appreciate your patience and understanding!

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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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  • Bostonlights Logo Box (1)

    Boston Lights: A Lantern Experience

    Franklin Park Zoo
    August 14 - November 8

    Prepare to be dazzled as you wander through this glowing immersive experience filled with vibrant lantern displays.

    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
  • Fieldconservation Staff Box

    Biodiversity Walks

    Various locations
    Various dates

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

    Walk Details
  • Jackolanternnights Logo

    Jack-O'-Lantern Nights

    Stone Zoo
    October 1 – 31, Thurs. - Sun., 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.

    Experience the magic of autumn after dark, when Stone Zoo is transformed into a glowing wonderland of glowing pumpkins and family-friendly Halloween fun.

    Jack-O'-Lantern 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