Celebrate the magic of the season with Holly-Days at the Zoo! In December, join us for fun craft making, a scavenger hunt, and holiday storytime. Don’t miss out on the memories waiting to be made!

Holly-Days are free with Zoo admission or membership.

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WHAT TO EXPECT:
  • 10:00 – 3:30 – Kids Craft Station: Kinara candleholder
  • 10:00 – 3:30 – Scavenger Hunt: Winter Nature Walk Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
  • 11:00 – Storytime with Holly Bear, “The Night Before Kwanzaa”
  • 1:00 – 2:00 – Join Grammy-nominated children’s entertainer, author and educator, Culture Queen, for a fun and interactive Kwanzaa program
Throughout the Zoo:
  • Photo ops with Holly Bear in Sleigh
  • Train Rides
  • Carousel Rides
  • Wildlife Quest VR featuring the film Elf Power ($)
  • Holiday Themed Education Stations
  • Keeper Chats
  • Penguin Feeding Narrations at 10:30am and 3:30pm
  • Animal Experiences or Ambassador

All activities are subject to change without notice.

($) – Additional cost
Questions? Please reach out to our team by emailing tickets@marylandzoo.org.