What's Happening
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Family Fun Program
Every second Saturday of the month, October – March, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
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Family Fun Program
Every second Saturday of the month, October – March, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
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Family Fun Program
Every second Saturday of the month, October – March, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
![](/media/240104/education_group_box.jpg)
Family Fun Program
Every second Saturday of the month, October – March, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
![](/media/240104/education_group_box.jpg)
Family Fun Program
Every second Saturday of the month, October – March, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
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Family Fun Program
Every second Saturday of the month, October – March, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
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Breakfast with the Birds
Saturday, March 18, 9:15 - 10:00 a.m.
Enjoy a continental breakfast alongside Zoo educators and a few wild friends! Pre-registration required.
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Breakfast with the Gorillas
February 2, 9:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast in the Tropical Forest with our gorilla family. Registration required.strong text
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Breakfast with the Goats
March 6, 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Rise and dine (virtually) with us! Pre-registration required.
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Breakfast with the Red Pandas
Various Dates, 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Rise and dine with us (virtually)! Pre-registration required.
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Breakfast with the Kangaroos
Various Dates, 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Rise and dine with us (virtually)! Pre-registration required.
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Breakfast with the Hippo
April 4, 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Rise and dine with us (virtually)! Pre-registration required.
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Breakfast with the Kangaroos
Various Dates, 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Rise and dine with us (virtually)! Pre-registration required.
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Breakfast with the Fennec Fox
April 18, 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Rise and dine (virtually) with us during your winter break! Pre-registration required.
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Breakfast with the Camel
April 20, 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Rise and dine (virtually) with us during your winter break! Pre-registration required.
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Breakfast with the Kangaroos
Various Dates, 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Rise and dine with us (virtually)! Pre-registration required.
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Breakfast with the Red Pandas
Various Dates, 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Rise and dine with us (virtually)! Pre-registration required.
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Breakfast with the Sloth
Various Dates, 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Rise and dine with us (virtually)! Pre-registration required.
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Zootopia
June 10, 6:30
Mark your calendar for our annual fundraising gala and an inspiring evening in celebration of the natural world.
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Zootopia
June 01, 6:30
Mark your calendar for our annual fundraising gala and an inspiring evening in celebration of the natural world.
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Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
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Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
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Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
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Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
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Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/dvgfwnwt/horticulture-box.jpg)
Plant Geek Day
August 28, 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join the Massachusetts Nursery and Landscape Association for a day of education and hands-on learning alongside professionals in the natural beauty of Franklin Park Zoo.
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African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
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Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
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Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
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Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/744123/redpanda2_box.jpg)
Red Panda Day
September 21, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join us and zoos worldwide as we celebrate Red Panda Day.
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/bc5jesmb/goat-box.jpg)
Petting Zoo
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! At Franklin Farm's Petting Zoo, you can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1291625/lionrock_box.jpg)
Lion Keeper Chat
11:00 a.m.
Discover how we care for our African lion here at the Zoo and in the wild.
Location: Kalahari Kingdom
Weather permitting
![](/media/846190/education_kidsbutterfly.jpg)
Mystery Animal Educator Chat
11:30 a.m.
Scales, feathers, or fur, oh my! Meet one of our animal ambassadors up close and discover how we care for animals here and in the wild.
Location: Children’s Zoo
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1355037/africanwilddog_box.jpg)
African Painted Dog Educator Chat
9:30 a.m.
Meet painted dog sisters Moremi and Madikwe, and learn more about what makes this species unique.
Location: Painted dog habitat by the Zoo's Giraffe entrance.
Weather permitting
![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/oerprkoq/condor-box.jpg)
Condor Keeper Chat
12:00 p.m.
Fly by Raptor Ridge to learn all about one of the world's largest flying birds, the Andean condor, and what we're doing to protect this majestic species.
Location: Raptor Ridge
Weather permitting
![](/media/908467/gorillabox3.jpg)
Gorilla Forage Feed & Keeper Chat
2:00 p.m.
Meet our gorilla family and discover how your family can join us to keep their rainforest home healthy.
Location: Tropical Forest
![](/media/72290/giraffe.jpg)
Giraffe Educator Chat
2:30 p.m.
Ready for a tall tale? Giraffes need our help - Come hear their story!
Location: Giraffe Savannah across from the playground
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519771/keeper-horse-box.jpg)
Franklin Farm Keeper Chat
3:00 p.m.
Meet the animals of Franklin Farm, and learn more about heritage breeds, which include our goats, hogs, horse, and more.
Location: Franklin Farm
Weather permitting
![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/qonfikcz/gorilla-box.jpg)
Celebrate World Gorilla Day
September 28, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Celebrate World Gorilla Day at the Zoo!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
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Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
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Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
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Zoo Howl
October 26 & 27, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thrills, chills, and animals lurk around every corner on our Trick-or-Treat Trail.
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Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519680/zoohowl_240x240.jpg)
Zoo Howl
October 26 & 27, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thrills, chills, and animals lurk around every corner on our Trick-or-Treat Trail.
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
Learn More![](/media/1519518/bostonlights-logo-box.jpg)
Boston Lights
6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!
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