Zoo Atlanta

Spend the night at Zoo Atlanta with your school or group at a NightCrawler Overnight.
REMAINING 2026 DATES:
·May 8 
·May 9 
·May 15 
·September 26 
·October 2 
·October 9 
·October 10 
·November 6
Times: 6 p.m. until 9:30 a.m. the next morning
Cost: $110
CAPACITY: Minimum of 20 – Maximum of 120
Embark on a nocturnal adventure you won’t soon forget!
When the last guest leaves for the day, we invite you to stay! Come find out what really happens when the sun goes down. Which animals stay up late and how do others settle down for the night? And in the morning, how do animals greet the day? Join us as we explore these questions and more on an overnight adventure designed for schools, Scouts, and other groups.
Participants will spend the majority of the evening outdoors walking around the Zoo with an Educator as their guide, stopping along the way to observe the nocturnal behaviors of the animals who call the Zoo home*. During the evening, participants will have the opportunity to use night vision technology and will visit Scaly Slimy Spectacular to discover the nocturnal world of frogs, lizards, snakes, and turtles.
Participants will also enjoy a guided tourbehind the scenestodiscoverhow we care for animalsevery day.Learn aboutour newstate-of-the-artveterinary complex, The Rollins Animal Health Center, andtourthe Animal Nutrition Kitchento find out what it takes to feed the Zoo!** After an evening of exploration, participants will sleep in indoor, climate-controlled rooms with sleeping bags brought from home. And then rise and shine for more fun! Enjoy a catered continental breakfast from Proof of the Pudding followed by morning visits to animal habitats to see how our Animal Care Specialists help the animals start their day. 
If you are looking for additional opportunities to connect with wildlife up-close, you can register your group for a 9 a.m. Animal Encounter for an additional fee.This encounter includes an exclusive 30-minute talk with a Zoo Educator and a visit with two to three small animal ambassadors before the conclusion of your NightCrawlers program. Note: We cannot accommodate specific animal requests for the encounter.
Participating groups are invited to stay and enjoy the Zoo at completion of your program!
*Some of our diurnal animals sleep indoors at night. While we cannot promise specific animal observations during the program, we encourage you to stay and enjoy the Zoo at the completion of your program for no additional cost! 
**The behind-the-scenesportionof the tour is not fully ADA accessible. 
WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT DURING A NIGHTCRAWLER?
Rain or shine. This program happens rain or shine, and much of the program is outside. Please plan for the weather and dress accordingly.
The Zoo is made for walking! Most of this experience is spent walking around the Zoo, and there are multiple irregular surfaces and steep inclines. Plan to spend up to 5 hours on your feet touring the Zoo.
Come with a full belly. While we will take a break for a snack in the middle of the evening, please eat dinner before you arrive. And remember to bring your water bottle with you.
Embrace the dark. It’s called a NightCrawler for a reason. Explore the Zoo by the light of the moon and our Educators’ red-light flashlights. Guests may only use flashlights at bedtime.
Rustic camping meets the Zoo. All sleeping locations are in climate-controlled buildings with a restroom either in the building or nearby.
Stay awhile. At the completion of your program the following morning, you are welcome to stay and enjoy the Zoo at your leisure.
Have FUN! This unique experience is unlike anything that you can do in Atlanta. We look forward to hosting you for an upcoming program!
Age Range: 6+
This program is designed for groups with children. A paid adult must accompany child(ren), and a paid child must accompany adult(s).

Local Event: School and Group NightCrawler Overnight

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School and Group NightCrawler Overnight

Spend the night at Zoo Atlanta with your school or group at a NightCrawler Overnight.
REMAINING 2026 DATES:
·May 8 
·May 9...

Mornings at the Zoo 

Beat the crowds and start your day with a wild hello! 
Before the Zoo officially opens, enjoy exclusive access to select public viewing areas and the opportunity to observe your favorite animals as they begin their day. 

Join us for this crowd-free adventure you can’t get any other time. 
<ul>
 <li>Join a knowledgeable Interpretive Guide for this 60-minute experience. </li>
 <li>Get a glimpse into the morning happenings at the Zoo. </li>
 <li>Enjoy a guided tour on the public side of the spotlighted animal area. </li>
 <li>Learn about the spotlighted species and their care through observation, biofacts, and Q&amp;A with the Interpretive Guide. </li>
 <li>Cost includes admission to stay and enjoy the Zoo after the program ends.</li>
</ul>

2026 Dates: April 19: Reptiles and Amphibians May 31: Lions June 28: Giraffe July 26: Tiger August 23: Elephants September 6: Gorillas October 11: Orangutans






Time: 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. 

Cost: 
Member: $20 
Non-Member: $55 (includes Zoo daytime admission)

Local Event: Mornings at the Zoo

Mornings at the Zoo

Mornings at the Zoo 

Beat the crowds and start your day with a wild hello! 
Before the Zoo officially opens, enjoy exclusive...

Trainer for a Day: World of Wild Theater
Imagine running a show when all of your stars are birds!
Become a Trainer for a Day at the World of Wild Theater presented by Georgia Natural Gas, and see firsthand how training is used to care for and connect guests to the birds while participating in the Fantastic Flights presentation!
Work alongside the Ambassador Animals Team to experience how these feathered friends showcase their unique adaptations in these presentations and learn about the positive reinforcement training that ensures that all of the birds are participating voluntarily. This behind-the-scenes look at Fantastic Flights and its amazing participants will give you a greater appreciation for the term “bird brain” and the important relationships between the birds and their care team. Participants can expect to meet members of the Animal Care Team, meet an animal, learn about our positive reinforcement training and enrichment programs, and walk away with knowledge of how to save species. All participation in Keeper for a Day programs is voluntary for the animals.
Before registering, please understand that during this program: 
<ul>
 <li>Participants will perform similar tasks as members of the Ambassador Animals Team, which may include raking, sweeping, hosing, scrubbing, and shoveling, and should expect to do some hard work and be comfortable getting dirty. </li>
 <li>Participants will be expected to participate in all weather conditions, lift up to 30 pounds, and be on their feet for up to four hours. </li>
 <li>Participants must have the physical ability to bend, lift, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time. </li>
 <li>Participants may be exposed to potential allergens such as insects, hay, animal waste, and other potential allergens. Please reach out in advance if you have any questions or concerns.</li>
</ul>
Upcoming 2026 Dates: 
Sunday, August 16 
Sunday, September 13 
Sunday, October 11 
Sunday, November 8 
Sunday, December 13
Time(s): 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 
 
Member Cost: $300 
Non-Member Cost: $335 
 
Age Range: 16 and up

Local Event: Trainer for a Day: World of Wild Theater

Trainer for a Day: World of Wild Theater

Trainer for a Day: World of Wild Theater
Imagine running a show when all of your stars are birds!
Become a Trainer for a Day at...

October 12-16, 2026 
November 23-25, 2026 
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
When school is out, Camp is in! We are here to engage and excite your young learners ages 5-11 during Fall Break and Thanksgiving Break.
Safari Camp is a great opportunity to engage young explorers in learning about the wild world around them and beginning their journey of conservation stewardship. Through Zoo explorations, up-close animal encounters, STEAM-based projects, hands-on science activities, environmental games and more, campers learn about attainable strategies and goals to combat environmental issues and are charged with finding simple ways that they can make a difference.
Each week campers embark on a different Zoo expedition, exploring wildlife and wild places. Young explorers will be immersed in hands-on, minds-on learning while having fun! 
October 12-16, 2026 (5 days) 
Skeleton Stories: Skeletons come in all sorts of shapes and styles. Some are inside their owners, while others are on the outside! In or out, we wouldn’t hold our shapes without our basic skeletal structures. Rattle through the week with us as we learn about the different ways animals hold their shapes, and how a skeleton can have a huge impact on healing in wildlife. At the end of the week, campers will present on the animal that they feel has the most fascinating skeletal structure! 
November 23-25, 2026 (3 days) 
Family Functions: What does it take to be a family in the wild? Animal families can look very different from our own. Some animals live in large families, have lots of offspring at once, and live and work together for years. Other families have one baby at a time, nurturing them as they grow before sending them off to explore the world. Still other animals leave their families at a really young age to begin a life of their own. This week, we will explore some of the most fascinating families in the animal kingdom and create a comic strip or short story to share that compares Camp groups to the animal family that is most similar. Join us as we explore some of the ways life comes together to thrive!

Local Event: Zoo Atlanta Fall Safari Camp

Zoo Atlanta Fall Safari Camp

October 12-16, 2026 
November 23-25, 2026 
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
When school is out, Camp is in! We are here to engage and excite...

Keeper for a Day: Elephants
Join the team at the Zambezi Elephant Center and immerse yourself in what it takes to care for the largest land animals on the planet!
Spend the morning working alongside the Elephant Care Team to prepare the habitat for the day and ensure the elephants’ needs are met.
This unique experience is sure to educate and inspire you about these special individuals, help you learn more about the rigorous requirements of professional elephant care, and gain an understanding of the ways Zoo Atlanta is working to protect wild populations. Participants can expect to meet members of the Animal Care Team, meet an animal, learn about our positive reinforcement training and enrichment programs, and walk away with knowledge of how to save species. All participation in Keeper for a Day programs is voluntary for the animals.
Before registering, please understand that during this program: 
<ul>
 <li>Participants will perform similar tasks as members of the Elephant Care Team, which may include raking, sweeping, hosing, scrubbing, and shoveling, and should expect to do some hard work and be comfortable getting dirty. </li>
 <li>Participants will be expected to participate in all weather conditions, lift up to 30 pounds, and be on their feet for up to four hours. </li>
 <li>Participants must have the physical ability to bend, lift, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time. </li>
 <li>Participants may be exposed to potential allergens such as insects, hay, animal waste, and other potential allergens. Please reach out in advance if you have any questions or concerns.</li>
</ul>
Upcoming 2026 Dates: 
Saturday, August 22 
Thursday, September 3 
Sunday, September 20 
Sunday, October 4 
Thursday, October 15 
Thursday, November 5 
Sunday, November 15 
Thursday, December 3 
Sunday, December 20
Times: 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 
 
Member Cost: $325 
Non-Member Cost: $360 
 
Age Range: 16 and up

Local Event: Keeper for a Day: Elephants

Keeper for a Day: Elephants

Keeper for a Day: Elephants
Join the team at the Zambezi Elephant Center and immerse yourself in what it takes to care for the...

Boo at the Zoo 
2026 Dates: October 17, 18, 24, 25 &amp; 31 
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Boo at the Zoo presented by Georgia Natural Gas is Atlanta’s favorite family Halloween festival! Wake the Komodo dragon, gila monster and hooded vultures! 
Boo at the Zoo is FREE for Zoo Atlanta Members and children under 3; FREE with general admission. 
During the last three weekends of October from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., enjoy trick or treating, plenty of photo opportunities, themed entertainment and activities, costumed characters, and so much more. Costumes are welcome; please take a moment to read over our rules. 
Boo at the Zoo is about creating special memories with the family, not necessarily to bring home the biggest haul of candy. Come for the candy but stay for the fun! This event is rain-or-shine; however, some activities may be delayed or canceled due to rain. 
NEW FOR 2026: We’re expanding to a fifth day of Boo at the Zoo this year, and guess what? We’ll be hosting Boo at the Zoo on Halloween!
Entertainment and Activities:
– Kids’ Trick-or-Treat Lane: Visit booths along Trick or Treat Lane for some scary good treats! Kids can expect to visit about a dozen treat stations, collecting one piece of candy at each while supplies last. Note to grown-ups: Trick-or-treating is complimentary and designed for the kids. 
– Kids’ Craft: Get into the spirit with a fun, Halloween-themed craft while supplies last. 
– Carnival Games: Try your luck for a petrifying prize at our carnival games. 
– Family-Friendly Performances: To be announced! 
– Strolling Characters: You never know who you’ll run into! Keep an eye out for special characters roaming around the Zoo from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Perfect for a photo-op! 
– Decorations: Boo at the Zoo décor includes mostly friendly spooks!

Local Event: Boo at the Zoo

Boo at the Zoo

Boo at the Zoo 
2026 Dates: October 17, 18, 24, 25 & 31 
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Boo at the Zoo presented by Georgia Natural Gas is...

We welcome you to the wild world of warthogs! Come explore what it takes to care for these charismatic creatures and their neighbors in the African Savanna.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h5>Do warthogs really have warts? Get an up-close look and see! Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Zoo Atlanta’s African Savanna and give the warthogs a favorite treat. You’ll also meet members of the Zoo’s Animal Care Team and find out what goes into the care of warthogs and other savanna animals.</h5>
<ul><li>Meet outside the warthog habitat near the SweetWater Beer Garden 15 minutes (at 12:45) before the Wild Encounter to check in.</li><li>Availability is limited for all Wild Encounters. Advance registration is recommended.</li><li>When space is available, encounter tickets can be purchased online for up to five minutes before the encounter begins.</li><li>This encounter is not ADA accessible.</li><li>All guests must wear closed-toed shoes on this encounter.</li></ul>
Days Available:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday
<ul><li>April 3 – September 7: Encounter starts at 1 p.m.</li><li>September 8 – November 16: Encounter starts at 10 a.m.</li></ul>
Warthog Wild Encounters will run through November 16, 2026.
Age Range: 4 and up
Age Specifications:
<ul><li>Children must be 4 years old and up to participate.</li><li>Children 15 years old and under must be accompanied by a ticketed Wild Encounter adult.</li><li>There must be one ticketed Wild Encounter adult for every two ticketed children 15 years old and under.</li></ul>

Local Event: Warthog Wild Encounter at Zoo Atlanta

Warthog Wild Encounter at Zoo Atlanta

We welcome you to the wild world of warthogs! Come explore what it takes to care for these charismatic creatures and their...

We&nbsp;can’t plan a trip to Madagascar for you, but we can help you meet&nbsp;one of its most iconic native species. Experience our Lemur Wild Encounter!
Meet and feed some of the amazing primates that make the island of Madagascar one of Earth’s richest and most dynamic natural&nbsp;ecosystems,&nbsp;and&nbsp;learn what you can do to help one of the most endangered groups of mammals on the planet. &nbsp;
<ul><li>Meet outside the Ben &amp; Jerry’s food stand 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter.</li><li>Availability is limited for all Wild Encounters. Advance registration is recommended.</li><li>When space is available, encounter tickets can be purchased online for up to five minutes before the encounter begins.</li></ul>
Days Available: Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 – 11:50 a.m.&nbsp;
Lemur Wild Encounters will run through October 18, 2026.
Age Range: 4 and up
Age Specifications:
<ul><li>Children must be 4 years old and up to participate. &nbsp;</li><li>Children 15 years old and under must be accompanied by a ticketed Wild Encounter adult.  <ul><li>There must be one ticketed Wild Encounter adult for every two ticketed children, 15 years old and under.</li></ul></li></ul>

Local Event: Lemur Wild Encounters at Zoo Atlanta

Lemur Wild Encounters at Zoo Atlanta

We can’t plan a trip to Madagascar for you, but we can help you meet one of its most iconic native species. Experience our...

Keeper for a Day: Reptiles and Amphibians
Zoo Atlanta is home to a diversity of species of reptiles and amphibians from around the globe. 
From some of the smallest frogs to the most endangered lizards, join the Herpetology Care Team and immerse yourself in the science behind caring for reptiles and amphibians behind-the-scenes at Scaly Slimy Spectacular!
Learn firsthand the level of care that is required to care for these unique and important species. Participants can expect to meet members of the Animal Care Team, meet an animal, learn about our positive reinforcement training and enrichment programs, and walk away with knowledge of how to save species. All participation in Keeper for a Day programs is voluntary for the animals. If you love these scaly and slimy creatures, this program is just for you! 
Before registering, please understand that during this program: 
<ul>
 <li>Participants will perform similar tasks as members of the Herpetology Care Team, which may include raking, sweeping, hosing, scrubbing, and shoveling, and should expect to do some hard work and be comfortable getting dirty. </li>
 <li>Participants will be expected to participate in all weather conditions, lift up to 30 pounds, and be on their feet for up to four hours. </li>
 <li>Participants must have the physical ability to bend, lift, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time. </li>
 <li>Participants may be exposed to potential allergens such as insects, hay, animal waste, and other potential allergens. Please reach out in advance if you have any questions or concerns.</li>
</ul>
Upcoming 2026 Dates: 
Saturday, August 15 
Wednesday, August 26 
Saturday, September 5 
Wednesday, September 23 
Saturday, October 3 
Wednesday, October 21 
Wednesday, November 4 
Saturday, November 21 
Wednesday, December 9 
Saturday, December 19
Times: 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 
 
Member Cost: $300 
Non-Member Cost: $335 
 
Age Range: 16 and up

Local Event: Keeper for a Day: Reptiles and Amphibians

Keeper for a Day: Reptiles and Amphibians

Keeper for a Day: Reptiles and Amphibians
Zoo Atlanta is home to a diversity of species of reptiles and amphibians from around...

Join Zoo Atlanta for a morning of learning and discovery designed specifically for homeschool students!
HomeSchool Academy is a two-hour program that allows students to explore animal and science concepts in an engaging, interactive environment. Programs are grade-appropriate and include hands-on, minds-on activities and Zoo tours that hone students’ STEM skillsets in a collaborative environment. Each semester, students will gain a deeper understanding of animals’ unique adaptations and will leave with an increased connection to wildlife and a greater desire to take conservation action.
Fall 2026 Dates:
September 9
October 21
November 11
December 9
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. 
Member Cost: $100 per semester or $35 per program 
Non-Member Cost: $125 per semester or $35 per program

Local Event: Fall HomeSchool Academy at the Zoo

Fall HomeSchool Academy at the Zoo

Join Zoo Atlanta for a morning of learning and discovery designed specifically for homeschool students!
HomeSchool Academy is a...

Adventure Cubs presented by Carter’s Charitable Foundation is for toddlers and their favorite grownups for a morning of exploration, learning and fun!
Embark on a new journey each month with a Zoo Educator as families get to learn and play together.
Engaging activities will get you and your little one moving and creating. Each month, young explorers will learn about a new animal through a game, craft, story, and singalong. At the end of the program, participants will visit the animal of the month’s habitat to make observations and draw connections to the lesson. You and your family will then receive a themed scavenger hunt to do in the Zoo on your own. This is a great opportunity to make friends and spend time with your little explorers as they discover new skills and learn about wildlife.
All topics and activities are designed for children ages 2-5, with opportunities for exploration for ages 0-2. During the winter months, this program will be held indoors.
2026 Dates:
July 11 &amp; 16 
August 1 &amp; 20 
September 5 &amp; 17 
September 19 (Spanish language edition) 
October 3 &amp; 22 
November 7 &amp; 19 
December 5 &amp; 17 
Time: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 
Zoo Member Cost:
$21 for a parent/guardian and child (each additional child participant will be $5/each)
Non-Member Cost:
$26 for a parent/guardian and child (each additional child participant will be $5/each)* 
*Program registration includes Zoo admission.*
THEMES:
Each month, a new adventure awaits with new animals to observe. Adventure Cubs will explore a new region of the world to investigate the animals and environments there! The purpose of each program is to expose young children to the diversity of animals around the world and to draw connections to the ways we are similar and different. For each adventure they go on, Adventure Cubs will engage in an activity, read a story, and create a take-away memory.

Local Event: Adventure Cubs at the Zoo

Adventure Cubs at the Zoo

Adventure Cubs presented by Carter’s Charitable Foundation is for toddlers and their favorite grownups for a morning of...

No creature looms larger over the savanna than the African elephant, and you’ll agree when you come face-to-trunk with one at Zoo Atlanta! Meet Tara or Kelly while learning why they are such important ambassadors for their species.
During this Wild Encounter experience, you will learn about elephants with a Zoo Educator before heading behind the scenes to meet up with members of the Elephant Care Team and find out more about elephant care at the Zoo. Of course, no Elephant Wild Encounter would be complete without the opportunity to hand-feed one of the “girls” an afternoon snack.
<ul><li>Meet at the Zambezi Elephant Center 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter. </li><li>Availability is limited for all Wild Encounters. Advance registration is recommended.</li><li>When space is available, encounter tickets can be purchased online for up to five minutes before the encounter begins.</li></ul>
Days Available: Sunday, Monday, Friday and Saturday at 2 p.m.&nbsp; Select Thursdays at 2 p.m. between May 26 and September 7
Age Range: 4 and up
Age Specifications:
<ul><li>Children must be 4 years old and up to participate. &nbsp;</li><li>Children 15 years old and under must be accompanied by a ticketed Wild Encounter adult.  <ul><li>There must be one ticketed Wild Encounter adult for every two ticketed children, 15 years old and under.</li></ul></li></ul>

Local Event: Elephant Wild Encounter at Zoo Atlanta

Elephant Wild Encounter at Zoo Atlanta

No creature looms larger over the savanna than the African elephant, and you’ll agree when you come face-to-trunk with one at...

<h3>Join the Animal Care Team and one of our talented animal artists, meeting either the Zoo’s “VanGoat” or “Baaahlo,” and take home a unique work of art in this unforgettable experience.</h3>
Learn about the positive reinforcement training process of becoming an animal artist. See firsthand the ways this enrichment activity fits into high standards of care for animals at the Zoo when you meet a goat or sheep and see their art creation in action. Please note that we cannot guarantee a specific animal for your program.
<ul><li>Meet at the Petting Zoo area of Outback Station 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter start time.&nbsp;</li><li>Availability is limited for all Wild Encounters. Advance registration is recommended.</li><li>When space is available, encounter tickets can be purchased online for up to five minutes before the encounter begins.</li><li>Includes one (1) take-home canvas per registered group.</li></ul>
Days Available: Saturdays at 3:15 p.m.
Age Range: All ages
Age Specifications:
<ul><li>Youth 15 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult.</li><li>There must be one adult in attendance with each registration.&nbsp;</li><li>Youth 3 and under must remain with their adult group members at all times.</li></ul>

Local Event: Petting Zoo Painters Wild Encounter

Petting Zoo Painters Wild Encounter

Join the Animal Care Team and one of our talented animal artists, meeting either the Zoo’s “VanGoat” or “Baaahlo,” and take...

PARENTS, ENJOY A WELL-DESERVED NIGHT OFF!
Send your kids to the Zoo for a wildly fun and educational evening with our trained Educators. 
Activities are purposefully designed for children ages 5-11 and include a guided after-hours tour of the Zoo, games and activities, crafts, story time, and a pizza dinner. 
Upcoming 2026 Dates:
June 6 
June 27 
July 25 
August 8 
August 22 
September 5 
October 24
Time: 
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Member Cost: 
$35 per child
Non-Member Cost: 
$42 per child
Themes: 
June 27: Radical Reptiles – Explore the scaly and often slithery world of reptiles! Discover the amazing senses and defenses of animals such as snakes, lizards, and turtles. Young explorers will learn how humans can help our not-so-furry friends and develop respect and appreciation for reptiles. 
July 25: Small But Mighty – Join us for a special night where the tables are turned – instead of young explorers seeing animals in their habitats, animals are coming to see us in our Conservation Action Resource Center (ARC)! Meet our smallest Ambassador Animals with the biggest personalities and learn what makes them special as individuals and as species. Explore the human-animal connection through activities designed to engage young explorers in thinking about how humans can show care for the small animals that share our planet. 
August 8: Curious Cats – Embark on a wild adventure to the world of lions, tigers, and leopards! Young explorers will engage in activities to learn about the fantastic feline adaptations that help these animals hunt, hide, and survive. Join us in discovering the superpowers of cats! 
August 22: Savanna Giants – Giants are among us! Join us as we explore the world of the positively enormous animals that roam the African Savanna, including rhinos, elephants, giraffes, and ostriches! What adaptations set these animals apart? Join us as we answer this question and learn more about the role humans have in protecting our gigantic animal friends! 
September 5: Bird Brains – Soar into the fascinating lives of birds, from tweeting songbirds to majestic raptors and colorful flamingos! Young explorers will gain empathy for feathered friends while discovering how beaks, feet, and feathers help birds adapt to every challenge. How could a simple change in a bird’s beak make all the difference for survival? Join us as we find out! 
October 24: Mystifying Mammals – Come discover the world of wonderfully unique and bizarre mammals, including binturongs, maras, and naked mole rats. Join our Zoo Educators as we explore the remarkable anatomical and behavioral adaptations that allow these animals to thrive in their environments. Can your young explorer unlock the science behind the mysteries of these lesser-known mammals? 
Age Range: 5-11 years old

Local Event: Kids Night Out at the Zoo

Kids Night Out at the Zoo

PARENTS, ENJOY A WELL-DESERVED NIGHT OFF!
Send your kids to the Zoo for a wildly fun and educational evening with our trained...

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Midtown

Fulton

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East Atlanta

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DeKalb

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Gresham Park

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Candler-McAfee

Join us for an immersive day-long experience offering multiple pathways to process grief through cultural, somatic &amp; integrative practices.
Grief is one of the most universal human experiences and one of the least supported.
In a culture that moves quickly and prizes resilience as the absence of pain, many of us have learned to carry our losses quietly, tucking them into the edges of daily life. Over time, unwitnessed grief doesn't simply fade. It settles into the body, shapes our nervous system, and influences how we relate to ourselves and to the people around us.
This retreat offers something different. A day to pause, to understand, to be gently held by practices that speak to your entire being-your body, your mind, your heart, and your spirit. SIGNUP:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/life-after-grief-retreata-sacred-day-of-clarity-understanding-tickets-1987098156076#location" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">eventbrite.com/e/life-after-grief-retreata-sacred-day-of-clarity-understanding-tickets-1987098156076#location</a>
Whether you are grieving a person, a relationship, a dream, a diagnosis, a pregnancy, or a version of yourself you once knew — you are welcome here, exactly as you are. Come seeking clarity about what you've been experiencing. Come for insight into how grief moves through us. Come simply to rest in a community that understands this terrain without needing you to explain it.
When grief is witnessed...... when it is gently moved through the body and tended within safe community — neuroscience shows us that the nervous system begins to shift. The chronic activation of stress responses softens. New neural pathways open. What felt frozen begins, slowly, to move....here our grief can begin to take shape and meaning.
Ancient healing traditions understood this long before modern research confirmed it. We do not heal in isolation. We heal in relationship with ourselves, with our bodies, witnessing one another, and with something larger than our individual stories.
This day weaves together somatic practice, sound medicine, creative expression, neuroscience, ancestral ritual wisdom, and the quiet power of compassionate community...offering multiple pathways so you can follow what feels most nourishing and true for you.
There is no right way to move through this day. There is no place you should be by now. There is only this moment, this space, and a warm invitation to receive what you need.

Local Event: Life after Grief Retreat - A Sacred Day of Clarity & Understanding

Life after Grief Retreat - A Sacred Day of...

Join us for an immersive day-long experience offering multiple pathways to process grief through cultural, somatic &...

Life after Grief Retreat - A Sacred Day of Clarity & Understanding

Dillard's

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the fight against breast cancer.
Receive a complimentary bra fitting. For every guest who gets fit and purchases a regular-price Wacoal or b.tempt’d bra at the event, Wacoal will donate $5 to Susan G. Komen®, supporting breast cancer research, patient services, and critical education programs.
Whether you’re overdue for a fitting, refreshing your top drawer, or simply looking for a meaningful way to give back, this is an easy way to do something good for yourself and your community.
Bring your daughters, friends, sisters, and neighbors. Make it a girls’ day with purpose!
The event runs all day; check your location for availability. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome, and the event is open to all.

Local Event: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer...

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the...

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Center Stage Theater

John Violinist is an internationally recognized violinist whose performances bridge contemporary R&amp;B, soul, and modern instrumental&nbsp;artistry.&nbsp;Known for his dynamic stage presence and crowd engaging style, John has built a reputation&nbsp;for delivering concerts that are both&nbsp;musically rich and visually captivating.
He has performed for high-profile audiences, including appearances before&nbsp;Tom Werner, Anthony Anderson, Queen Latifah,&nbsp;Valerie Simpson and Simone Biles. John has been featured on&nbsp;Talk of the Table with Gayle King, and his work has aired on&nbsp;VH1, BET, and MTV.
In recognition of his creative influence, John was selected for TikTok's&nbsp;first 100 Black Creatives program and now serves as a partner with the platform.&nbsp;&nbsp;He has built a powerful online presence, amassing more than&nbsp;50 million views&nbsp;across social media.&nbsp;His collaborations include&nbsp;projects with&nbsp;Paramount&nbsp;and&nbsp;JBL Pro.&nbsp;John has been invited to perform at signature cultural events such as the National NAACP Gala in Boston, the Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony at the Connecticut State Capitol, the Juneteenth Freedom Foundation Festival in Washington, DC and the BET Soul Train Music Awards 50th Anniversary Soul Luncheon.
His debut album RISE, showcases his unique blend of soul, artistry and modern violin. It is out&nbsp;on all platforms!
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Local Event: International John Violinist Coming to Center Stage Theater on Sat., Oct. 24, 2026 at 8pm

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