Dia del Niño

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Houston Zoo

Dia del Niño

Sunday, Apr. 29, 2018 – Sunday, Apr. 29, 2018

09:00 AM – 03:00 PM
US/Central

Many nations throughout the world celebrate Día del Niño, or Children’s Day, to honor and celebrate children who represent the hopes and dreams of every community. Bring the kids to the Houston Zoo on Sunday, April 29 for a Latin American celebration of music, games, and activities…created especially for kids.

Activities Planned
• Scavenger Hunt
• Dancing and singing to the music of our children’s DJ
• And, Meet the Keeper Talks presented by Phillips 66 highlighting Latin American animals at the Houston Zoo
10:15 a.m. – Green Anaconda at the Reptile & Amphibian House
10:30 a.m. – Mexican Beaded Lizard at the Reptile & Amphibian House
10:30 a.m. – Prehensile-tailed Porcupine at the Naturally Wild Swap Shop
11:00 a.m. – African Grey Parrot at Carruth Natural Encounters.
11:30 a.m. – Piranha at Carruth Natural Encounters
11:30 a.m. – Cougars
12:00 p.m. – Howler Monkeys at Wortham World of Primates
1:00 p.m. – Indoor Rainforest at Carruth Natural Encounters
2:00 p.m. – Jaguars
2:30 p.m. – Patagonian Mara at the John P. McGovern Children’s Zoo
2:30 p.m. – South American animals (Look for #10 on your Zoo map)
3:30 p.m. – Howler Monkeys at Wortham World of Primates
This special fiesta is included with your paid Zoo admission, and it is free for Zoo Members!

HOURS & ADMISSION

Open 7 days a week, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (last admission 4:00 pm)
Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, All hours subject to change; see website for more details -
www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/hours/ www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/prices-and-discounts/
Buy tickets: Online reservations are required for all guests. Members do not need reservations and can enter through our Member Entrance. Tickets will not be available for purchase at the gate. Buy tickets early for the best price! Free Tuesdays: Free daytime admission to the Houston Zoo is provided once a month from open until closing. See Prices & Discounts.

Directions & Parking

Free Parking
Paid Parking

The Houston Zoo does not have its own parking lot; free parking is available in Hermann Park. Please note, parking is limited so consider arriving early or using public transportation. See parking options in Hermann Park.

Special Offers / Dining

Make sure to stop by Cypress Circle Café! This Green Restaurant Certified conscientious café focuses on providing locally sourced, sustainable fares that are delicious and wholesome for the entire family. You can skip the line and place your order online here.

Wherever you are in the Houston Zoo, you’re never far away from a snack. Cafes, carts and kiosks are located throughout the Zoo and feature items such as burgers, salads, hot dogs, soft pretzels, popcorn, fresh fruit, beverages and more.

Food Trucks

Themed food trucks with a variety of savory and sweet options. Visit the Masakan truck located near our jaguar habitat for Asian inspired cuisine, and our BBQ Americana trailer for smoked meats and classic sides.

Twiga Café

Visit Twiga’s spacious, cool dining room to snack on everything from hamburgers to salads to chicken tenders. Pizza, a variety of other kids’ options, and snacks like fresh fruit, cookies, trail mix, and more are also available. Sit outside and watch the giraffes or rhinos while you eat!

Albert & Ethel Herzstein Trading Post

Feeling the need for a sweet treat? Here’s your place. Located at the entrance of African Forest, the Trading Post offers Dole Whips as well as a variety of other snacks and treats, including cookies, large pretzels, and popcorn. You’ll also find beverages like soda, juice and Saint Arnold beer.