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  • $10 Thursday Zoo Admission

    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    Thursdays just got a whole lot wilder! Starting September 24th, enjoy $10 daytime admission every Thursday through the end of the year. Fall into savings and come hang out with...

    $10

  • Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular

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    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular: The Great Pun-Kin Trail, presented by Citizens, returns October 1 - November 1 with an all-new trail of clever carvings guaranteed to make you smile, groan, and laugh...

  • bronx zoo entrance and tiger

    Travel with the RWPZ to the Bronx Zoo!

    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    Join Roger Williams Park Zoo for our Rhode Trips with Roger travel series. Enjoy seamless, hassle-free travel aboard a comfortable chartered motorcoach as we head south to explore world-renowned zoos and museums. Whether you're looking to spot rare wildlife or dive into natural history, we’ve got your transportation and booking covered. All you need to...

    $141 – $156
  • family in halloween costumes, golden lion tamarin with pumpkin, and costumed animal characters

    Spooky Zoo

    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    Spooky Zoo is back offering daytime outdoor autumn fun for the whole family on October 24 & 25. Come trick-or-treat (while supplies last) with us beginning at 10:00 am. Kids and adults alike can enjoy a day at the Zoo along with free trick-or-treat bags provided by Cardi's, costumed characters, fall-fun animal enrichments, and more!...

  • neon tetra fish with aquatic plant life

    Husbandry 101: Freshwater Fish

    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    Fish are one of the most common first pets to enter a family home, they are not only fin-tastic friends, but they can be easy to take care of especially if you learn your tips and tricks from an expert! Come learn how to take the best care of your underwater friend with a professional...

    $16 – $31

  • Carving with the Pros

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    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    Join us and a professional pumpkin carver for an all-inclusive carving experience. Learn directly from the artist as they walk you step by step of carving your very own intricate jack-o’-lantern! They will provide us a sample of the techniques and tools they use to create some of the stunning artwork that has enchanted millions...

  • Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular: Last Call (21+)

    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    Get ready for one last night of spooky fun! The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular: Last Call is your final chance to see the thousands of glowing pumpkins, and this time, it's just for adults. Leave the kids (and the strollers!) at home and enjoy an exclusive 21+ night out featuring live music, fire pits, a sneak peek at...

    $30

  • Youth Climate Conference

    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    Join us and Rhode Island Environmental Education Association on Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 9:15 am–3:15 pm for an exciting all-day event for youth ages 14–18 at the Zoo.  This immersive experience combines learning, connection, and action, all focused on climate change and environmental leadership. This is a free event; lunch will be provided and transportation costs...

    FREE

  • Tapas and Tamarins (18+)

    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    Looking for a unique night out? Join us for an exclusive evening inside the Faces of the Rainforest! Explore the exhibit after hours and learn from a talented team of animal care experts on how to care for our rainforest friends! During Tapas and Tamarins, you will have the opportunity to learn from animal conservationists...

    $105 – $125
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    Zoo Careers 101: An Introduction to How Zoos Work

    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    Lots of people have dreamed of working with animals and spending their days where they can see elephants, sloths and red pandas living their best lives. The truth is, it takes a ton of people from a variety of backgrounds to make a zoo successful. With Zoo Careers 101, a two-day career workshop, aspiring zoo...

    $276

  • Breakfast with the Rainforest Residents

    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    Take a trip to the tropics and experience the Faces of the Rainforest like never before! After a hot breakfast you’ll get an opportunity to watch a training demonstration in the Education Center before taking a short walk over to the Rainforest. There you will meet with the staff that care for the rainforest animals...

    $93 – $113

  • Holiday Lights Spectacular

    Roger Williams Park Zoo 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United States

    MORE DETAILS ON THE 2026-2027 SHOW COMING SOON! Bring family and friends to experience Holiday Lights Spectacular presented by Rhode Island Energy – an annual walk-through experience just in time for the holidays. Join us nightly November 27 – January 3, 2027 for a dazzling light display through the Zoo. Featuring 40 acres of festive larger-than-life luminous displays,...

    $13 – $15