Events

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...

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...

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,...