U at the Zoo

Put the “you” in U at the Zoo by joining us for a wild college night!

U at the Zoo
September 14, 2025
3:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Calling all college students, past, present, and future, to come unleash your inner explorer for a night of learning and adventure!

All current college students receive free admission to the Zoo! Not a college student yet or have you already graduated? Wear college swag for discounted admission!

Explore the Zoo and meet up with friends, new and old, for a night of nostalgia and fun. See you there!

Tickets for this event must be purchased at Zoo Atlanta’s main gates.

Special Admission:

• College students with current college ID: Free
• Adults in school swag: $10 off General Admission price
• Adults: General Admission price
• Seniors (65+): General Admission price
• Children (3+): General Admission price
• Children (Under 3): Free
• Zoo Atlanta Members: Free

Study Break:

• Music: Groove to the beats of Atlanta’s DJ Solo Mauro!
• Bubbles: Be amazed by the incredible bubble artistry of Bubbles Over Georgia!
• Creative Fun: Delight in an “en plein air” sketching class or contribute to a vibrant coloring mural!
• Exploration: Embark on a fun-filled scavenger hunt around the Zoo!
• Carousel and Train Rides: Enjoy a ride on our classic Endangered Species Carousel and hop aboard our Norfolk Southern Zoo Train! (Additional fees apply.)

School's Back in Session:

• Ask-a-Keeper Talks: Learn fascinating facts about your favorite animals directly from the experts!
• Education Stations: Discover interactive displays and learn about conservation efforts.
• Habitat Interpreters: Engage with knowledgeable Zoo team members and Volunteers and gain deeper insights into the animals and their habitats.
• Career Talks: Hear from Zoo Atlanta’s Veterinary and Animal Care Teams to learn more about what their career paths require.