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ProgramsPrograms Learn at the Zoo with spring and summer camps, or bring the Zoo to you in your home or classroom!
- Field Trips Come explore wildlife in nature's own classroom
- Zoo Camps Year-round camps for spring, summer, fall and winter breaks
- Zoo Krewe Volunteer program for teens, with hands-on training
- Safari Night Learn about the Zoo's animals on an overnight adventure
- Zoo & Me Morning Animal encounters and art projects for 3 to 5 year-olds
- Zoo Mobile Bring the Zoo to your classroom with educational visits
- Cruise to the Galapagos Islands Discover the colorful culture of Ecuador and experience close encounters with animals found nowhere else on earth.
- Project Ark STEM education programs for EBR school grades 1-5
- Virtual Programs Educational videos and resources for offsite learning
- Silent Auction Requests For qualifying non-profit organizations
- Support
Support Get involved with the Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation by supporting the Zoo's major events, wildlife conservation efforts, volunteering, and more.- Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation 501(c)3 non-profit supporting the Zoo's major events
- Donate Make an immediate impact on the Zoo with a tax-deductible gift
- Wish List Purchase toys, treats and other fun items for animals
- Volunteering Fun, challenging, and rewarding opportunities
- Conservation Efforts Learn about the Zoo's conservation efforts and how you can help
- Sponsorship Current sponsor opportunities for the Zoo's programs & events
- Adopt an Animal Support BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo by "adopting an animal" at the zoo!
- Memorial Bench Program These benches offer a meaningful place for reflection while supporting the Zoo’s mission of conservation and education.
- Win an Animal Encounter - Sponsored by WAFB The Zoo is growing its krewe! We’re looking to welcome exciting new animals, and we can’t do it without your support.
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Today's Hours 9:30am–5:00pm (Last Entry 4:00pm)
Feb 27, 2026
BREC Zoo Spring & Summer Camp Registration Opens Up February 28, 2026 for EBR Parish Residents and March 7, 2025 for all out-of parish residents
Your kids won't want to miss out on our Spring and Summer Zoo Camps! Registration for both camps opens up February 28, 2026 for EBR Parish Residents Only and March 7, 2025 for all out-of parish residents.
2026 Dates: April 6-10
2026 Dates: Weekly from May 25 - July 31
Every Zoo Camp offers:
- Guided hikes through the Zoo
- Animal encounters
- Keeper chats
- Crafts, games, snacks