Saturday, Sep. 26, 2015
09:00 AM – 02:00 PM
US/Central
The Houston Zoo and Kelsey-Seybold Clinics are challenging families to let go of the electronics and Get Out and Play! This Zoo-wide event will be filled with exciting and challenging games and activities for children and adults to enjoy.
About the Programs & Activities
Activities
KelseyBear Kidz Clubhouse
Brown Education Center
Tooling Around
Outdoor Chimpanzee Viewing
Warthog Race
Warthog Exhibit
Jumpin’ Jags
Jaguar Exhibit
Amphibian Flip
Reflection Pond by
Reptile House
Shell Search
Reflection Pond by
Tropical Birds
Wild Movement
Lawn next to Gerenuk Exhibit
Run Cheetah Run
Reflection Pond, near the entrance of Wortham World of Primates
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HOURS & ADMISSION
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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/ - All Get Out and Play activities are included with regular Zoo admission and are FREE for Zoo members.
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.
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