Each month, Blank Park Zoo invites you to Discover the Wild! Meet amazing animals, explore hands-on learning activities, and uncover the connections between wildlife and conservation.
Join us each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to explore Blank Park Zoo’s conservation priorities during our Discover the Wild Days. Discover, Connect, and Take Action by learning about the animals in our care, the conservation organizations we support, how we care for each species, and how AZA-accredited zoos work together for the survival of wildlife.
Every month features a different animal and includes an at-home activity and downloadable education guide so you can keep exploring long after your visit.
Included with zoo admission. Get your tickets HERE!
June – Reticulated Giraffe
Discover the Wild Day: June 21, 2026
July – Wild Iowa
Discover the Wild Day: July 18, 2026
August – Lemurs
Discover the Wild Day: August 23, 2026
September – Red Panda
Discover the Wild Day: September 19, 2026
October – Cinereous Vultures
Discover the Wild Day: October 15-18, 22-25
November – Turtles
Discover the Wild Day: November 12, 2026
December – Cotton-top Tamarins
Discover the Wild Day: December 13, 2026
Full event details HERE!
