These interactive programs encourage participants to learn about the animal world together. Programs may include an animal theme, animal ambassador encounters, and/or activities.

  • Little Critters: Slithery, Skittery, Scaly

    October 11 (SOLD OUT), October 15

    Little Critters: Slithery, Skittery, Scaly

    Events / Where Learning Gets Wild!  These interactive programs encourage families to learn about the animal world together. Each program features a different animal theme and includes animal ambassador encounters,…

  • Dr. Zoo 2

    October 17 at 9:00, November 15 at 9:30

    Dr. Zoo 2

    If your child has already attended our original Dr. Zoo program and wants to expand their Vet in Training knowledge, this program is for them!

  • Junior Zoo Keeper

    October 18th at 9:00, November 7 at 9:00

    Junior Zoo Keeper

    Through this interactive, hands-on program your child will experience a snapshot of a day in the life of a Zoo Keeper. Travel behind-the-scenes to the Zoo’s kitchen to learn what…

  • Welcoming Monarchs to Your Garden

    Sunday, October 18 at 11:00 a.m.

    Welcoming Monarchs to Your Garden

    Join Reid Park Zoo to learn about monarch conservation at the Zoo and what you can do at home to protect this iconic species.

  • TEP Home Energizer Workshop

    Saturday, October 31 at 11:00 a.m.

    TEP Home Energizer Workshop

    You have the power to save energy and reduce your electric bills if you learn how.

  • Dr. Zoo

    November 1 at 9:30

    Dr. Zoo

    Your child will travel behind-the-scenes to the Zoo’s Animal Health Center for a day in the life of a Zoo Vet experience. Participants will utilize the Freeport-McMoRan Education Gallery to…

  • Recycling 101 Workshop

    Sunday, November 1 at 11:00 a.m.

    Recycling 101 Workshop

    This workshop focuses on the waste we make, what we do with it, and how we can make better choices at home, at work, and in our community.

  • Birding at the Zoo

    Nov 9, Dec 15, Jan 5, Feb 15, Mar 17

    Birding at the Zoo

    Join Reid Park Zoo and Tucson Bird Alliance for a guided bird walk through the Zoo.

  • Pollinator Gardening with Native Plants

    Sunday, November 22 at 11:00 a.m.

    Pollinator Gardening with Native Plants

    You can make a big difference for pollinators in your home landscape – even if you have a small yard or even just a patio to work with!

  • City of Tucson FoodCycle At Home Workshop

    Saturday, December 12 at 11:00 a.m.

    City of Tucson FoodCycle At Home Workshop

    Join us to learn more about the FoodCycle At Home program and to receive your very own countertop compost bucket!