Community Events
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Event List
- Northwest GeorgiaArt Exhibit
Come take a stroll through the world where differences are cherished and kindness flourishes, a world we’d all like to live in, a world envisioned and created by artists and friends Maxine Hess and Jeanne Hewell-Chambers--on exhibit at the Southeastern Quilt and Textile Museum in Carrollton Sept. 26-Dec. 5.
Museum hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.
- Historic HeartlandCommunity
The Festival of Trees is a holiday highlight! Take a walk through a collection of beautifully decorated Christmas trees throughout the Museum of Aviation Rotunda and on the second and third floors. The view from above is amazing!
The Festival of Trees is open to the public and admission is free. This community-wide affair will put you in the holiday spirit.
Plus, this is a chance to wear your ugly Christmas sweater and take photos by your favorite tree. Don’t forget to post those pics on Facebook!
- Northwest GeorgiaArt Exhibit
Come take a stroll through the world where differences are cherished and kindness flourishes, a world we’d all like to live in, a world envisioned and created by artists and friends Maxine Hess and Jeanne Hewell-Chambers--on exhibit at the Southeastern Quilt and Textile Museum in Carrollton Sept. 26-Dec. 5.
Museum hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.
- Historic HeartlandCommunity
The Festival of Trees is a holiday highlight! Take a walk through a collection of beautifully decorated Christmas trees throughout the Museum of Aviation Rotunda and on the second and third floors. The view from above is amazing!
The Festival of Trees is open to the public and admission is free. This community-wide affair will put you in the holiday spirit.
Plus, this is a chance to wear your ugly Christmas sweater and take photos by your favorite tree. Don’t forget to post those pics on Facebook!
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
No creature looms larger over the savanna than the African elephant, and you’ll agree when you come face-to-trunk with one at Zoo Atlanta! Meet Tara or Kelly while learning why they are such important ambassadors for their species.
During this Wild Encounter experience, you will learn about elephants with a Zoo Educator before heading behind the scenes to meet up with members of the Elephant Care Team and find out more about elephant care at the Zoo. Of course, no Elephant Wild Encounter would be complete without the opportunity to hand-feed one of the “girls” an afternoon snack.
- Meet at the Zambezi Elephant Center 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter.
- Please note that availability is limited for all Wild Encounters.
DAYS AVAILABLE:
Every Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 2 p.m.COST: $130 + Zoo admission | MEMBER COST: $117
AGE RANGE: 4 and up
AGE SPECIFICATIONS:
- Children must be 4 years old and up to participate.
- Children 15 years old and under must be accompanied by a ticketed Wild Encounter adult.
- There must be one ticketed Wild Encounter adult for every two ticketed children, 15 years old and under.
- Northwest GeorgiaArt Exhibit
Come take a stroll through the world where differences are cherished and kindness flourishes, a world we’d all like to live in, a world envisioned and created by artists and friends Maxine Hess and Jeanne Hewell-Chambers--on exhibit at the Southeastern Quilt and Textile Museum in Carrollton Sept. 26-Dec. 5.
Museum hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
Calling all Adventure Cubs, ages 0-5, and their favorite grownups for a morning of exploration, learning and fun.
Embark on a new journey each month with a zoo educator as families get to learn and play together.
Each month, young explorers will learn about a new animal through a game, craft, story and singalong. At the end of the program, participants will visit the animal of the month’s habitat to make observations and draw connections to the lesson. You and your family will then receive a themed scavenger hunt to do in the zoo on your own.
All topics and activities are designed for children ages 2-5, with opportunities for exploration for ages 0-2. During the winter months, this program will be held indoors.
UPCOMING 2024 DATES:
June 20
July 6 and 18
Aug. 3 and 15
Sept. 7 and 19
Oct. 5 and 17
Nov. 2 and 21
December 7 and 19
TIME: 9:30-10:30 a.m.
NON-MEMBER COST: $26 for a parent/guardian and child (each additional child participant will be $5/each)*
MEMBER COST: $21 for a parent/guardian and child (each additional child participant will be $5/each)*
*Program registration includes Zoo admission.
THEMES:
Each month, Adventure Cubs will explore a new region of the world to investigate the animals and environments there! The purpose of each program is to expose young children to the diversity of animals around the world and to draw connections to the ways we are similar and different. For each adventure, Adventure Cubs will engage in an activity, read a story and create a take-away memory.- Terrific Turtles and Tortoises: Thursday, June 20
- Loveable Lions: Saturday, July 6 and Thursday, July 18
- Exciting Elephants: Saturday, Aug. 3 and Thursday, Aug. 15
- Radiant Rhinos: Saturday, Sept. 7 and Thursday, Sept. 19
- Zesty Zebras: Saturday, Oct. 5 and Thursday, Oct. 17
- Fabulous Frogs: Saturday, Nov. 2 and Thursday, Nov. 21
- Noble Naked Mole Rats: Saturday, Dec. 7 and Thursday, Dec. 19
AGE RANGE: 0-5 years old
- Historic HeartlandCommunity
The Festival of Trees is a holiday highlight! Take a walk through a collection of beautifully decorated Christmas trees throughout the Museum of Aviation Rotunda and on the second and third floors. The view from above is amazing!
The Festival of Trees is open to the public and admission is free. This community-wide affair will put you in the holiday spirit.
Plus, this is a chance to wear your ugly Christmas sweater and take photos by your favorite tree. Don’t forget to post those pics on Facebook!
- Northwest GeorgiaArt Exhibit
Come take a stroll through the world where differences are cherished and kindness flourishes, a world we’d all like to live in, a world envisioned and created by artists and friends Maxine Hess and Jeanne Hewell-Chambers--on exhibit at the Southeastern Quilt and Textile Museum in Carrollton Sept. 26-Dec. 5.
Museum hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.
- Historic HeartlandCommunity
The Festival of Trees is a holiday highlight! Take a walk through a collection of beautifully decorated Christmas trees throughout the Museum of Aviation Rotunda and on the second and third floors. The view from above is amazing!
The Festival of Trees is open to the public and admission is free. This community-wide affair will put you in the holiday spirit.
Plus, this is a chance to wear your ugly Christmas sweater and take photos by your favorite tree. Don’t forget to post those pics on Facebook!
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
Join the Animal Care Team and one of our talented animal artists, meeting either the Zoo’s “VanGoat” or “Baaahlo,” and take home a unique work of art in this unforgettable experience.
Learn about the positive reinforcement training process of becoming an animal artist. See firsthand the ways this enrichment activity fits into high standards of care for animals at the Zoo when you meet a goat or sheep and see their art creation in action. Please note that we cannot guarantee a specific animal for your program.
- Meet at the Petting Zoo area of Outback Station 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter start time.
- Please note that availability is limited for all Wild Encounters.
- Includes one (1) take-home canvas per registered group.
DAYS AVAILABLE:
Saturdays at 3:15 p.m.COST: $75 per group of up to four people, + individual Zoo Admission | Includes one painting per group of four people.
MEMBER COST: $67.50 | Includes one painting per group of four people.
AGE RANGE: All ages
AGE SPECIFICATIONS:
- Youths 15 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- There must be one adult in attendance with each registration.
- Youth 3 and under must remain with their adult group members at all times.
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
No creature looms larger over the savanna than the African elephant, and you’ll agree when you come face-to-trunk with one at Zoo Atlanta! Meet Tara or Kelly while learning why they are such important ambassadors for their species.
During this Wild Encounter experience, you will learn about elephants with a Zoo Educator before heading behind the scenes to meet up with members of the Elephant Care Team and find out more about elephant care at the Zoo. Of course, no Elephant Wild Encounter would be complete without the opportunity to hand-feed one of the “girls” an afternoon snack.
- Meet at the Zambezi Elephant Center 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter.
- Please note that availability is limited for all Wild Encounters.
DAYS AVAILABLE:
Every Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 2 p.m.COST: $130 + Zoo admission | MEMBER COST: $117
AGE RANGE: 4 and up
AGE SPECIFICATIONS:
- Children must be 4 years old and up to participate.
- Children 15 years old and under must be accompanied by a ticketed Wild Encounter adult.
- There must be one ticketed Wild Encounter adult for every two ticketed children, 15 years old and under.
- Atlanta MetroKids & Family, Other, Outdoors
Join the Animal Care Team and one of our talented animal artists, meeting either the Zoo’s “VanGoat” or “Baaahlo,” and take home a unique work of art in this unforgettable experience.
Learn about the positive reinforcement training process of becoming an animal artist. See firsthand the ways this enrichment activity fits into high standards of care for animals at the Zoo when you meet a goat or sheep and see their art creation in action. Please note that we cannot guarantee a specific animal for your program.
- Meet at the Petting Zoo area of Outback Station 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter start time.
- Please note that availability is limited for all Wild Encounters.
- Includes one (1) take-home canvas per registered group.
DAYS AVAILABLE:
Saturdays at 3:15 p.m.COST: $75 per group of up to four people, + individual Zoo Admission | Includes one painting per group of four people.
MEMBER COST: $67.50 | Includes one painting per group of four people.
AGE RANGE: All ages
AGE SPECIFICATIONS:
- Youths 15 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- There must be one adult in attendance with each registration.
- Youth 3 and under must remain with their adult group members at all times.
- Atlanta MetroEducation, Kids & Family, Other, Outdoors
Age Range: 5-11
When school is out, Camp is in!
We are here to engage and excite your young learners ages 5-11 during Winter Break.
Safari Camp is a great opportunity to engage young explorers in learning about the wild world around them and beginning their journey of conservation stewardship. Through Zoo explorations, up-close animal encounters, STEAM-based projects, hands-on science activities, environmental games and more, campers learn about attainable strategies and goals to combat environmental issues and are charged with finding simple ways that they can make a difference.
Winter Camp Dates:
Dec. 30, 2024-Jan. 3, 2025
Jan. 6, 2025
Feb. 17-21, 2025Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Extended care available for $15/day from 8-8:30 a.m. and 4:30-5 p.m. Must be purchased for whole Camp session; cannot be purchased for individual days.
THEMES: Each week campers embark on a different Zoo expedition, exploring wildlife and wild places. Young explorers will be immersed in hands-on, minds-on learning while having fun!
Dec. 30-Jan. 3 – Mythical Creatures: History is full of stories of mythical animals that continue to capture the hearts and minds of people today. Join us as we investigate the power of storytelling and the human imagination, how it can help animals be loved and thrive and how it can lead to conservation challenges for animals. Campers will explore the real animals that may have been muses for fabled beasts and end the week by sharing our very own mythical creature legends that help encourage mythical conservation action. It’s sure to be a magical experience!
Jan. 6 – Prehistoric In(sect)igations: Years before our planet could host humans, it played home to some phenomenal insects. Campers will spend the day learning about how creepy-crawlies have grown (or more accurately, shrunk) over time. While we explore the changes in bug life over the years, we will look at what changes to our atmosphere and planet may have led insects to be what they are today. Campers will design a bug hotel to take home and place outdoors for modern-day pollinating insects in support of this vital part of our ecosystem.
Feb. 17-21 – Eco Adventures: The world is full of amazing creatures who play vital roles in their environments, but many are losing their natural homes. Zoo Atlanta is committed to guiding conservation action both locally and globally, helping to alleviate environmental pressures. Join us as we learn about the Zoo’s conservation and sustainability initiatives; explore ways to be eco-friendly; and design bird stickers to protect our local, migratory birds.
Non-Member Cost:
- Dec. 30-Jan. 3 (5-day pricing): $400/week
- Jan. 6 (1-day pricing): $80
- Feb. 17-21 (5-day pricing): $400/week
Member Cost:
- Dec. 30-Jan. 3 (5-day pricing): $320/week
- Jan. 6 (1-day pricing): $64
- Feb. 17-21 (5-day pricing): $320/week
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
Ring in the New Year with friends old and new in Downtown Dublin during New Year’s Eve Shamrock Drop! Admission is free, and all ages are welcome in Jackson Street when Downtown Dublin hosts 2024’s farewell street party! The fun starts at 5 PM and continues until midnight.
- Georgia's CoastCommunity
Get ready for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve on Savannah’s Waterfront!
Dive into a night filled with exhilarating music, irresistible dancing and delectable food and drinks. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner at one of our riverside restaurants or lose yourself in the rhythm at our lively parties. But hold on, the night doesn’t end there!
Witness a spectacular midnight fireworks show, promising a dazzling start to your new year!
- Atlanta MetroEducation, Kids & Family, Other, Outdoors
Age Range: 5-11
When school is out, Camp is in!
We are here to engage and excite your young learners ages 5-11 during Winter Break.
Safari Camp is a great opportunity to engage young explorers in learning about the wild world around them and beginning their journey of conservation stewardship. Through Zoo explorations, up-close animal encounters, STEAM-based projects, hands-on science activities, environmental games and more, campers learn about attainable strategies and goals to combat environmental issues and are charged with finding simple ways that they can make a difference.
Winter Camp Dates:
Dec. 30, 2024-Jan. 3, 2025
Jan. 6, 2025
Feb. 17-21, 2025Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Extended care available for $15/day from 8-8:30 a.m. and 4:30-5 p.m. Must be purchased for whole Camp session; cannot be purchased for individual days.
THEMES: Each week campers embark on a different Zoo expedition, exploring wildlife and wild places. Young explorers will be immersed in hands-on, minds-on learning while having fun!
Dec. 30-Jan. 3 – Mythical Creatures: History is full of stories of mythical animals that continue to capture the hearts and minds of people today. Join us as we investigate the power of storytelling and the human imagination, how it can help animals be loved and thrive and how it can lead to conservation challenges for animals. Campers will explore the real animals that may have been muses for fabled beasts and end the week by sharing our very own mythical creature legends that help encourage mythical conservation action. It’s sure to be a magical experience!
Jan. 6 – Prehistoric In(sect)igations: Years before our planet could host humans, it played home to some phenomenal insects. Campers will spend the day learning about how creepy-crawlies have grown (or more accurately, shrunk) over time. While we explore the changes in bug life over the years, we will look at what changes to our atmosphere and planet may have led insects to be what they are today. Campers will design a bug hotel to take home and place outdoors for modern-day pollinating insects in support of this vital part of our ecosystem.
Feb. 17-21 – Eco Adventures: The world is full of amazing creatures who play vital roles in their environments, but many are losing their natural homes. Zoo Atlanta is committed to guiding conservation action both locally and globally, helping to alleviate environmental pressures. Join us as we learn about the Zoo’s conservation and sustainability initiatives; explore ways to be eco-friendly; and design bird stickers to protect our local, migratory birds.
Non-Member Cost:
- Dec. 30-Jan. 3 (5-day pricing): $400/week
- Jan. 6 (1-day pricing): $80
- Feb. 17-21 (5-day pricing): $400/week
Member Cost:
- Dec. 30-Jan. 3 (5-day pricing): $320/week
- Jan. 6 (1-day pricing): $64
- Feb. 17-21 (5-day pricing): $320/week
- Atlanta MetroEducation, Kids & Family, Other, Outdoors
Age Range: 5-11
When school is out, Camp is in!
We are here to engage and excite your young learners ages 5-11 during Winter Break.
Safari Camp is a great opportunity to engage young explorers in learning about the wild world around them and beginning their journey of conservation stewardship. Through Zoo explorations, up-close animal encounters, STEAM-based projects, hands-on science activities, environmental games and more, campers learn about attainable strategies and goals to combat environmental issues and are charged with finding simple ways that they can make a difference.
Winter Camp Dates:
Dec. 30, 2024-Jan. 3, 2025
Jan. 6, 2025
Feb. 17-21, 2025Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Extended care available for $15/day from 8-8:30 a.m. and 4:30-5 p.m. Must be purchased for whole Camp session; cannot be purchased for individual days.
THEMES: Each week campers embark on a different Zoo expedition, exploring wildlife and wild places. Young explorers will be immersed in hands-on, minds-on learning while having fun!
Dec. 30-Jan. 3 – Mythical Creatures: History is full of stories of mythical animals that continue to capture the hearts and minds of people today. Join us as we investigate the power of storytelling and the human imagination, how it can help animals be loved and thrive and how it can lead to conservation challenges for animals. Campers will explore the real animals that may have been muses for fabled beasts and end the week by sharing our very own mythical creature legends that help encourage mythical conservation action. It’s sure to be a magical experience!
Jan. 6 – Prehistoric In(sect)igations: Years before our planet could host humans, it played home to some phenomenal insects. Campers will spend the day learning about how creepy-crawlies have grown (or more accurately, shrunk) over time. While we explore the changes in bug life over the years, we will look at what changes to our atmosphere and planet may have led insects to be what they are today. Campers will design a bug hotel to take home and place outdoors for modern-day pollinating insects in support of this vital part of our ecosystem.
Feb. 17-21 – Eco Adventures: The world is full of amazing creatures who play vital roles in their environments, but many are losing their natural homes. Zoo Atlanta is committed to guiding conservation action both locally and globally, helping to alleviate environmental pressures. Join us as we learn about the Zoo’s conservation and sustainability initiatives; explore ways to be eco-friendly; and design bird stickers to protect our local, migratory birds.
Non-Member Cost:
- Dec. 30-Jan. 3 (5-day pricing): $400/week
- Jan. 6 (1-day pricing): $80
- Feb. 17-21 (5-day pricing): $400/week
Member Cost:
- Dec. 30-Jan. 3 (5-day pricing): $320/week
- Jan. 6 (1-day pricing): $64
- Feb. 17-21 (5-day pricing): $320/week
- Atlanta MetroEducation, Kids & Family, Other, Outdoors
Age Range: 5-11
When school is out, Camp is in!
We are here to engage and excite your young learners ages 5-11 during Winter Break.
Safari Camp is a great opportunity to engage young explorers in learning about the wild world around them and beginning their journey of conservation stewardship. Through Zoo explorations, up-close animal encounters, STEAM-based projects, hands-on science activities, environmental games and more, campers learn about attainable strategies and goals to combat environmental issues and are charged with finding simple ways that they can make a difference.
Winter Camp Dates:
Dec. 30, 2024-Jan. 3, 2025
Jan. 6, 2025
Feb. 17-21, 2025Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Extended care available for $15/day from 8-8:30 a.m. and 4:30-5 p.m. Must be purchased for whole Camp session; cannot be purchased for individual days.
THEMES: Each week campers embark on a different Zoo expedition, exploring wildlife and wild places. Young explorers will be immersed in hands-on, minds-on learning while having fun!
Dec. 30-Jan. 3 – Mythical Creatures: History is full of stories of mythical animals that continue to capture the hearts and minds of people today. Join us as we investigate the power of storytelling and the human imagination, how it can help animals be loved and thrive and how it can lead to conservation challenges for animals. Campers will explore the real animals that may have been muses for fabled beasts and end the week by sharing our very own mythical creature legends that help encourage mythical conservation action. It’s sure to be a magical experience!
Jan. 6 – Prehistoric In(sect)igations: Years before our planet could host humans, it played home to some phenomenal insects. Campers will spend the day learning about how creepy-crawlies have grown (or more accurately, shrunk) over time. While we explore the changes in bug life over the years, we will look at what changes to our atmosphere and planet may have led insects to be what they are today. Campers will design a bug hotel to take home and place outdoors for modern-day pollinating insects in support of this vital part of our ecosystem.
Feb. 17-21 – Eco Adventures: The world is full of amazing creatures who play vital roles in their environments, but many are losing their natural homes. Zoo Atlanta is committed to guiding conservation action both locally and globally, helping to alleviate environmental pressures. Join us as we learn about the Zoo’s conservation and sustainability initiatives; explore ways to be eco-friendly; and design bird stickers to protect our local, migratory birds.
Non-Member Cost:
- Dec. 30-Jan. 3 (5-day pricing): $400/week
- Jan. 6 (1-day pricing): $80
- Feb. 17-21 (5-day pricing): $400/week
Member Cost:
- Dec. 30-Jan. 3 (5-day pricing): $320/week
- Jan. 6 (1-day pricing): $64
- Feb. 17-21 (5-day pricing): $320/week
- Georgia's CoastKids & Family
First Friday in Historic Downtown Brunswick is a fun family event that happens the first Friday of each month. We close the streets from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. so you can come down and enjoy live music, special discounts from downtown merchants, a car show and so much more! Come shop, dine and explore our downtown!