BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo Celebrates 55th Birthday with Zippity Zoo Fest

EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH  – BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo is turning 55, and the community is invited to celebrate at its annual spring festival, Zippity Zoo Fest. The event will take place April 5 and 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the zoo grounds closing at 6 p.m. each day. Guests can enjoy various activities, including a Children’s Village, educational stations, a food court, and exciting animal encounters. Free cake will be available at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily to mark the special occasion.

Admission:

Adults: $10.00

Seniors (ages 65+): $8.50

Children (ages 2-12): $7.00

Ages 1 and under: Free

Zoo Members: Free

Festival Highlights:

Entertainment: Face painting, performances from local community groups, and surprise character meet-and-greets. Community partners will have booths set up around the zoo with interactive, hands-on activites for the kids.

Children’s Village: Features bounce houses and a coloring station.

Dinosaur Experience Shows: Enjoy thrilling and educational dinosaur-themed shows that bring prehistoric creatures to life.

Ambassador Animal Meet & Greets: Guests can interact with some of the zoo’s animal ambassadors and learn about their species from the Education Department.

Keeper Chats & Animal Enrichments: Zookeepers will share insights into animal care and answer questions. Select sessions will feature special birthday treats for the animals.

AAZK Booth: The Baton Rouge Chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK) will raise funds for conservation and share information about their philanthropy projects and professional development initiatives.

For more information, visit brzoo.org or follow BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo on social media.