May 4 (9-4) -- International Firefighters’ Day
The Zoo thanks all firefighters for their exceptional courage and commitment. We’re offering free admission to all firefighters today, as well as police officers and emergency personnel. Show your badge or ID card at the ticket window.
May 12 (9-4) -- Mother’s Day
Connecticut’s only zoo wants to thank all mothers and grandmothers. Bring your mom or grandmother to the Zoo on Mother’s Day and her ticket is on us. Enjoy this special day by visiting animals and then having lunch together in the Peacock Pavilion.
May 14 & 15 (10:30) -- Zoo Tots
This monthly 45-minute program for children ages 22 months to four years, who are accompanied by an adult, may include stories, games, activities, crafts, and live animals. This session is entitled “Garden Critters” and will focus on animals that like gardens. The cost is $10 for Zoo members and one child; $15 for non-members and one child. Participants may sign up for either day. To make a reservation, pre-register by calling the Zoo’s Education Department at 203-394-6563, or register by email: programming@beardsleyzoo.org with your name, child’s name and age, and membership status.
May 15 (7 pm) -- Evening Lecture Series
The Zoo’s evening lecture series engage audiences of all ages, especially lifelong learners, who have an appetite for delving deeper into the wonders of wildlife. Topic to be announced.
May 17 (9-4) -- Endangered Species Day
Endangered Species Day is an opportunity for people of all ages to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species and everyday actions they can take to help protect them. Details to be announced.
May 24 (9-3) -- AARP Fourth Fridays FREE
AARP CT’s Fourth Fridays FREE at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is back! AARP CT will provide members with free admission to the Zoo on fourth Fridays May through September (May 24, June 28, July 26, Aug. 23, Sept. 27). Join us as many times as you like, but please be sure to register here. AARP members may purchase admission for up to three guests at a 15 percent discount off regular admission prices.
May 25, 26, 27 (11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm) -- Family Favorite Chris Rowlands LIVE
Chris is famous for getting everyone involved through singing and dancing—even bringing kids up on stage with him! Rowlands brings animals to life through kid-friendly songs, dance, puppets, and colorful props. Children are invited to wear fun hats and sing along on stage as he shares his self-penned songs about animals and their environment. Free with paid admission to the Zoo. Shown at 11 am, 1 and 3 pm. daily. Each performance is 30-35 minutes long. Sponsored by the CT Farm Bureau.
May 27 -- Memorial Day
Don't forget! We are proud to offer free admission to active military members with ID. Veterans receive 15% off general admission.
The Zoo thanks all firefighters for their exceptional courage and commitment. We’re offering free admission to all firefighters today, as well as police officers and emergency personnel. Show your badge or ID card at the ticket window.
May 12 (9-4) -- Mother’s Day
Connecticut’s only zoo wants to thank all mothers and grandmothers. Bring your mom or grandmother to the Zoo on Mother’s Day and her ticket is on us. Enjoy this special day by visiting animals and then having lunch together in the Peacock Pavilion.
May 14 & 15 (10:30) -- Zoo Tots
This monthly 45-minute program for children ages 22 months to four years, who are accompanied by an adult, may include stories, games, activities, crafts, and live animals. This session is entitled “Garden Critters” and will focus on animals that like gardens. The cost is $10 for Zoo members and one child; $15 for non-members and one child. Participants may sign up for either day. To make a reservation, pre-register by calling the Zoo’s Education Department at 203-394-6563, or register by email: programming@beardsleyzoo.org with your name, child’s name and age, and membership status.
May 15 (7 pm) -- Evening Lecture Series
The Zoo’s evening lecture series engage audiences of all ages, especially lifelong learners, who have an appetite for delving deeper into the wonders of wildlife. Topic to be announced.
May 17 (9-4) -- Endangered Species Day
Endangered Species Day is an opportunity for people of all ages to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species and everyday actions they can take to help protect them. Details to be announced.
May 24 (9-3) -- AARP Fourth Fridays FREE
AARP CT’s Fourth Fridays FREE at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is back! AARP CT will provide members with free admission to the Zoo on fourth Fridays May through September (May 24, June 28, July 26, Aug. 23, Sept. 27). Join us as many times as you like, but please be sure to register here. AARP members may purchase admission for up to three guests at a 15 percent discount off regular admission prices.
May 25, 26, 27 (11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm) -- Family Favorite Chris Rowlands LIVE
Chris is famous for getting everyone involved through singing and dancing—even bringing kids up on stage with him! Rowlands brings animals to life through kid-friendly songs, dance, puppets, and colorful props. Children are invited to wear fun hats and sing along on stage as he shares his self-penned songs about animals and their environment. Free with paid admission to the Zoo. Shown at 11 am, 1 and 3 pm. daily. Each performance is 30-35 minutes long. Sponsored by the CT Farm Bureau.
May 27 -- Memorial Day
Don't forget! We are proud to offer free admission to active military members with ID. Veterans receive 15% off general admission.
June 1 -- Wild Wine Safari
Join us for a fabulous night of great fare from local vendors and tastings of 100 different wines and more than 60 different beers from around the world and close to home. Details to come! Please note the Zoo will close at 2 PM on Saturday, June 1, with the last ticket sold at 12:30 PM as we prepare for the Wild Wine, Beer, and Food Safari.
June 11 & 12 (10:30) -- Zoo Tots
This monthly 45-minute program, for children 22 months to four years who are accompanied by an adult, may include stories, games, crafts, and a live animal presentation. This session is “Some Like It Hot,” where we learn about how animals handle a variety of temperatures. $10 for Zoo members and one child; $15 for non-members and one child.Participants may sign up for either day. To reserve a space in the program, pre-register by calling the Zoo's Education Department at 203-394-6563, or register by email: programming@beardsleyzoo.org with name, child’s name and age, and membership status.
June 16 (9-4) -- Father’s Day
Dads and Granddads get in free with one paying guest. Cannot be combined with other offers.
June 19 (7 pm) -- Evening Lecture Series: Topic to be announced
The Zoo’s evening lecture series engages audiences of all ages, especially lifelong learners, who have an appetite for delving deeper into the wonders of wildlife. $10 suggested donation. Refreshments will be served. Location: The Zoo’s Hanson Building, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport.
Beginning June 20 for the summer (11 and 2) -- Amazing Animal Adventures
Beginning June 20 on Thursdays through Sundays at 11 am and 2 pm, come experience an Amazing Animal Adventure. See animal ambassadors from around the world! Learn how zoos Save Animals From Extinction and how you can help to save animals around the world and in your own backyard. Held in our Learning Circle amphitheater. All show times and locations subject to change.
Beginning June 20 for the summer (12:30) -- Picnic Presentations
Beginning June 20 on Thursdays through Sundays at 12:30, enjoy a live animal presentation in our Picnic Grove. Meet select Zoo animal ambassadors and their expert care givers. All show times and locations subject to change.
June 28 (9-3) -- AARP Fourth Friday FREE
AARP CT’s Fourth Fridays FREE at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is back! AARP CT will provide members with free admission to the Zoo on fourth Fridays May through September (May 24, June 28, July 26, Aug. 23, Sept. 27). Join us as many times as you like, but please be sure to register here. AARP members may purchase admission for up to three guests at a 15 percent discount off regular admission prices.
Join us for a fabulous night of great fare from local vendors and tastings of 100 different wines and more than 60 different beers from around the world and close to home. Details to come! Please note the Zoo will close at 2 PM on Saturday, June 1, with the last ticket sold at 12:30 PM as we prepare for the Wild Wine, Beer, and Food Safari.
June 11 & 12 (10:30) -- Zoo Tots
This monthly 45-minute program, for children 22 months to four years who are accompanied by an adult, may include stories, games, crafts, and a live animal presentation. This session is “Some Like It Hot,” where we learn about how animals handle a variety of temperatures. $10 for Zoo members and one child; $15 for non-members and one child.Participants may sign up for either day. To reserve a space in the program, pre-register by calling the Zoo's Education Department at 203-394-6563, or register by email: programming@beardsleyzoo.org with name, child’s name and age, and membership status.
June 16 (9-4) -- Father’s Day
Dads and Granddads get in free with one paying guest. Cannot be combined with other offers.
June 19 (7 pm) -- Evening Lecture Series: Topic to be announced
The Zoo’s evening lecture series engages audiences of all ages, especially lifelong learners, who have an appetite for delving deeper into the wonders of wildlife. $10 suggested donation. Refreshments will be served. Location: The Zoo’s Hanson Building, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport.
Beginning June 20 for the summer (11 and 2) -- Amazing Animal Adventures
Beginning June 20 on Thursdays through Sundays at 11 am and 2 pm, come experience an Amazing Animal Adventure. See animal ambassadors from around the world! Learn how zoos Save Animals From Extinction and how you can help to save animals around the world and in your own backyard. Held in our Learning Circle amphitheater. All show times and locations subject to change.
Beginning June 20 for the summer (12:30) -- Picnic Presentations
Beginning June 20 on Thursdays through Sundays at 12:30, enjoy a live animal presentation in our Picnic Grove. Meet select Zoo animal ambassadors and their expert care givers. All show times and locations subject to change.
June 28 (9-3) -- AARP Fourth Friday FREE
AARP CT’s Fourth Fridays FREE at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is back! AARP CT will provide members with free admission to the Zoo on fourth Fridays May through September (May 24, June 28, July 26, Aug. 23, Sept. 27). Join us as many times as you like, but please be sure to register here. AARP members may purchase admission for up to three guests at a 15 percent discount off regular admission prices.
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