Events
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September 12 at 10:00
Specialty Behind-the-Scenes Experience – Grizzly
Your experience will take you behind the scenes to see a training with either the grizzly bear or lions at Reid Park Zoo. Read more
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September 13 at 8:30 a.m.
Giant Tortoise Behind-the-Scenes Experience
Education staff invite you on this special behind the scenes tour to learn about the unique adaptations of some of the largest types of tortoises. Read more
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Sunday, September 13
Grandparents Day
Events / 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s a generation celebration! Bring grandma or grandpa to the Zoo for a day of exploration. Grandparents with… Read more
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September 17, September 20 (SOLD OUT)
Little Critters: Brilliant Bugs
Events / Where Learning Gets Wild! These interactive programs encourage families to learn about the animal world together. Each program features a different animal theme… Read more
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September 19 at 8:30, October 18th 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… Read more
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Saturday, September 19, 2026
Deaf Community Day
Events / 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Looking for a fun and deaf-friendly event? Reid Park Zoo is teaming up with Inclusive Pathways to offer… Read more
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Saturday, September 19
Walk for Conservation: 2026 Wildlife Ranger Challenge
Join Reid Park Zoo for a fun morning walk in solidarity with the Wildlife Ranger Challenge. Read more
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Sunday September 20 at 8:30
Rhino Behind-the-Scenes Experience
Enter a special encounter space to learn about the Zoo’s two southern white rhinos and how we take extra care of their unique needs. Read more
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September 26 at 10:30 a.m.
Anteater Behind-the-Scenes Experience
Venture behind-the-scenes to meet one of the giant anteaters at Reid Park Zoo. Learn about their amazing adaptations, how we care for these unique animals… Read more
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Sunday, September 27 at 10 a.m.
Ambassador Animal Behind-the-Scenes Experience
Meet several of the Zoo’s animal Ambassadors during this semi-private encounter. Read more
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Friday, October 2 at 6 p.m.
ZOOcson 2026
Celebrate one of Tucson’s most anticipated evenings at Reid Park Zoo, where an extraordinary night of dining, entertainment, and wildlife awaits under the stars. Read more
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Saturday, October 3 at 11:00 a.m.
Monarch Tagging
Come to Reid Park Zoo to learn all about tagging monarchs! Gail Morris from Southwest Monarch Study will share all you need to know to… Read more
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Sunday, October 4
Animal Care and Nutrition Behind-the-Scenes Experience
During this 30-minute adventure, you will learn how Reid Park Zoo uses proper nutrition and health care to provide quality, whole-life care to its animal… Read more
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October 11, 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… Read more
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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. Read more
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Thursday, December 3, 2026
2026 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X Roush® Edition
Jim Click Millions for TucsonPurchase Jim Click Millions for Tucson raffle tickets to be entered for a chance to win a new 2026 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X Roush® Edition. The best… Read more
