Santa’s Friends

Celebrate the magic of the season with Holly-Days at the Zoo! In December, join us for an appearance from Mrs. Claus and other holiday characters who will host a special storytime and be available for photos. Don’t miss out on the merry 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: Christmas Stockings
• 11:00 – Storytime with Mrs. Claus, “Bear Stays Up”
• 12:30 – 3:30 – Santa visits and photo ops (Dec. 23 only)

Throughout the Zoo:

• Photo ops with Holiday Characters in Sleigh
• Giving Tree – pick an ornament off the tree and give a gift or donation to the Zoo to support the animal collection and conservation education efforts
• Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
• Write Letters to Santa and drop in North Pole Mailbox
• Train Rides
• Carousel Rides
• Wildlife Quest VR featuring the film Elf Power ($)
• Donate canned food items for charity
• Winter Themed Education Stations
• Keeper Chats
• Penguin Feeding Narrations at 10:30am and 3:30pm
• Animal Experiences or Ambassador
• Face painting at Penguin Education Center

All activities are subject to change without notice.

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