Here’s a look at all of the events and programs currently scheduled at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.
This schedule is (of course) subject to revision. As the year goes on, please revisit this page for any changes.
Monday, July 28, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Summer Zoo Camp KinderZoo (Week 9)
Warm up for kindergarten this summer as we explore why bright colors, unique patterns, and basic shapes are important to living things. Campers will love giant games of “I spy” as they explore the zoo, sing songs, and read stories to find letters, numbers, and more.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising Kindergarten.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Fight or Flight (Week 9)
Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 1st Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Life without Light (Week 9)
Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 2nd Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Island Fever (Week 9)
Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 3rd Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Summer Zoo Camp KinderZoo (Week 9)
Warm up for kindergarten this summer as we explore why bright colors, unique patterns, and basic shapes are important to living things. Campers will love giant games of “I spy” as they explore the zoo, sing songs, and read stories to find letters, numbers, and more.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising Kindergarten.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Fight or Flight (Week 9)
Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 1st Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Life without Light (Week 9)
Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 2nd Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Island Fever (Week 9)
Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 3rd Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Toucan Tuesdays
Donate two cans (or bags and boxes) of non-perishable food to Harvest Hope Food Bank and get buy-one get-one admission and regular sized ICEEs during Toucan Tuesdays every Tuesday through August 12th. The promotion applies to general admission rates only (purchase one admission and get the second for equal or lesser value free; Explorer wristbands and Riverbanks’ memberships are not included). Donation bins will be located at both the Zoo and Garden entrances.
9:00AM – 5:00PM
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Summer Zoo Camp KinderZoo (Week 9)
Warm up for kindergarten this summer as we explore why bright colors, unique patterns, and basic shapes are important to living things. Campers will love giant games of “I spy” as they explore the zoo, sing songs, and read stories to find letters, numbers, and more.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising Kindergarten.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Fight or Flight (Week 9)
Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 1st Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Life without Light (Week 9)
Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 2nd Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Island Fever (Week 9)
Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 3rd Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Summer Zoo Camp KinderZoo (Week 9)
Warm up for kindergarten this summer as we explore why bright colors, unique patterns, and basic shapes are important to living things. Campers will love giant games of “I spy” as they explore the zoo, sing songs, and read stories to find letters, numbers, and more.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising Kindergarten.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Fight or Flight (Week 9)
Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 1st Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Life without Light (Week 9)
Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 2nd Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Island Fever (Week 9)
Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 3rd Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Friday, August 1, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Summer Zoo Camp KinderZoo (Week 9)
Warm up for kindergarten this summer as we explore why bright colors, unique patterns, and basic shapes are important to living things. Campers will love giant games of “I spy” as they explore the zoo, sing songs, and read stories to find letters, numbers, and more.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising Kindergarten.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Fight or Flight (Week 9)
Secret weapons or great escapes are what it takes to survive where the wild things are. Don’t miss out on discovering the many kinds of armor and defenses animals use to protect themselves in the wild.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 1st Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Life without Light (Week 9)
Light is such an important part of our everyday lives, it’s hard to imagine there are animals that never see it. Come explore the ocean depths, underground tunnels, and the dark of night as we meet animals that eyes’ glow, plants that bloom in the dark, and deep-sea creatures who make their own light!
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 2nd Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Summer Zoo Camp Island Fever (Week 9)
Get ready to journey across Earth’s strangest, yet most amazing islands. Traveling to the islands of Madagascar, Australia, Galapagos, and many more, you’ll discover what makes these islands’ so unique.
8:45AM – 4:00PM
Rising 3rd Grade.
$265 Riverbanks members; $315 general public.
Signature Event Brew at the Zoo
Tap into your Wild Side for the 20th annual Brew at the Zoo! Experience an unforgettable evening of craft and local beer, live music, and wildlife set against the stunning backdrop of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. This event promises to be a memorable night for beer enthusiasts and animal lovers alike.
7:00 – 9:30PM
No one under 21 will be admitted.
$70 Riverbanks members; $80 general public. VIP admission also available.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Toucan Tuesdays
Donate two cans (or bags and boxes) of non-perishable food to Harvest Hope Food Bank and get buy-one get-one admission and regular sized ICEEs during Toucan Tuesdays every Tuesday through August 12th. The promotion applies to general admission rates only (purchase one admission and get the second for equal or lesser value free; Explorer wristbands and Riverbanks’ memberships are not included). Donation bins will be located at both the Zoo and Garden entrances.
9:00AM – 5:00PM
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Toucan Tuesdays
Donate two cans (or bags and boxes) of non-perishable food to Harvest Hope Food Bank and get buy-one get-one admission and regular sized ICEEs during Toucan Tuesdays every Tuesday through August 12th. The promotion applies to general admission rates only (purchase one admission and get the second for equal or lesser value free; Explorer wristbands and Riverbanks’ memberships are not included). Donation bins will be located at both the Zoo and Garden entrances.
9:00AM – 5:00PM
Friday, September 5, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Slippery Snails
Join us as we learn about these fascinating gastropods!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Members’ Night Out
It’s free, after-hours, and for members only. Stroll around the park with a new perspective, see our animals engaging with enrichment, and meet members of our animal care team as they roam the Zoo sharing personal stories throughout the night.
6:00 – 9:00PM
Free for Riverbanks members only (no guest passes, please). Pre-registration is not required.
Friday, September 12, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Slippery Snails
Join us as we learn about these fascinating gastropods!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, September 15, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Daytime Crew (Fall Session A)
Do you prefer a set schedule or like flexibility? Homeschoolers will investigate factors that influence creatures and plants patterns of activity in nature.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Slippery Snails (Fall Session A)
Join us as we learn about these fascinating gastropods!
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, September 19, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Awesome Apples
Let’s explore the delicious world of apples!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, September 22, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Daytime Crew (Fall Session B)
Do you prefer a set schedule or like flexibility? Homeschoolers will investigate factors that influence creatures and plants patterns of activity in nature.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, September 26, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Awesome Apples
Let’s explore the delicious world of apples!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Signature Event Riverbanks ZOOfari
Join us for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, cuisine, and conservation! Experience the nostalgia with flavors from previous ZOOfari events, paired with specialty cocktails throughout the Zoo.
7:00 – 9:30PM
$85 Riverbanks members; $100 general public. Cocktails with Curators admission also available.
Monday, September 29, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Daytime Crew (Fall Session C)
Do you prefer a set schedule or like flexibility? Homeschoolers will investigate factors that influence creatures and plants patterns of activity in nature.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Slippery Snails (Fall Session C)
Join us as we learn about these fascinating gastropods!
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, October 3, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Skeletons
Let’s examine different types of skeletons!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, October 10, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Skeletons
Let’s examine different types of skeletons!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, October 13, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Night Shift (Fall Session A)
Are you more of a night owl or early bird? Participants will enjoy exploring the unique adaptations and behavior of wildlife that prefer the dark.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Skeletons (Fall Session A)
Let’s examine different types of skeletons!
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, October 17, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Carnivorous Plants
Get into the Halloween spirit by learning about these weird and creepy plants!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Monday, October 20, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Night Shift (Fall Session B)
Are you more of a night owl or early bird? Participants will enjoy exploring the unique adaptations and behavior of wildlife that prefer the dark.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Thursday, October 23, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Friday, October 24, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Carnivorous Plants
Get into the Halloween spirit by learning about these weird and creepy plants!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Saturday, October 25, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Sunday, October 26, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Monday, October 27, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Night Shift (Fall Session C)
Are you more of a night owl or early bird? Participants will enjoy exploring the unique adaptations and behavior of wildlife that prefer the dark.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Skeletons (Fall Session C)
Let’s examine different types of skeletons!
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Signature Event Boo at the Zoo
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
6:00 – 9:00PM
Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.
Friday, November 7, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Aussie Animals
Let’s explore the land down under and the unique inhabitants of Australia!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, November 10, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Twilight Team (Fall Session A)
Why are early mornings or late afternoons the best time to visit Riverbanks Zoo? Participants can look forward to discovering why many animals at the zoo are most active at Twilight!
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Aussie Animals (Fall Session A)
Hop on over to explore the land down under and the unique inhabitants of Australia!
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, November 14, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Aussie Animals
Let’s explore the land down under and the unique inhabitants of Australia!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, November 17, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Twilight Team (Fall Session B)
Why are early mornings or late afternoons the best time to visit Riverbanks Zoo? Participants can look forward to discovering why many animals at the zoo are most active at Twilight!
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, November 24, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Twilight Team (Fall Session C)
Why are early mornings or late afternoons the best time to visit Riverbanks Zoo? Participants can look forward to discovering why many animals at the zoo are most active at Twilight!
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Aussie Animals (Fall Session C)
Hop on over to explore the land down under and the unique inhabitants of Australia!
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, December 5, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Snowflakes
Discover the distinctive characteristics of snowflakes and the wonders of winter!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, December 12, 2025
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Snowflakes
Discover the distinctive characteristics of snowflakes and the wonders of winter!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, January 12, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Nature’s Doctors (Spring Session D)
Nature’s doctors help scientists identify and diagnose the overall health of an ecosystem. Join us as we learn how “indicator species” are important to their environments.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Penguins (Spring Session D)
March on over to Riverbanks Zoo to learn more about our best-dressed residents!
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, January 16, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Penguins
March on over to Riverbanks Zoo to learn more about our best-dressed residents!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, January 19, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Nature’s Doctors (Spring Session E)
Nature’s doctors help scientists identify and diagnose the overall health of an ecosystem. Join us as we learn how “indicator species” are important to their environments.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, January 23, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Penguins
March on over to Riverbanks Zoo to learn more about our best-dressed residents!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, January 26, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Nature’s Doctors (Spring Session F)
Nature’s doctors help scientists identify and diagnose the overall health of an ecosystem. Join us as we learn how “indicator species” are important to their environments.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Penguins (Spring Session F)
March on over to Riverbanks Zoo to learn more about our best-dressed residents!
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, February 9, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Habitat Heros (Spring Session D)
Discover the value of ecosystem engineers and umbrella species in protecting, modifying, and even creating habitats for other organisms that share their homes.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Marvelous Meerkats (Spring Session D)
Meerkats are all about family and teamwork! Would you make a marvelous meerkat?
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, February 16, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Habitat Heros (Spring Session E)
Discover the value of ecosystem engineers and umbrella species in protecting, modifying, and even creating habitats for other organisms that share their homes.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, February 20, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Marvelous Meerkats
Meerkats are all about family and teamwork! Would you make a marvelous meerkat?
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, February 23, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Habitat Heros (Spring Session F)
Discover the value of ecosystem engineers and umbrella species in protecting, modifying, and even creating habitats for other organisms that share their homes.
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Marvelous Meerkats (Spring Session F)
Meerkats are all about family and teamwork! Would you make a marvelous meerkat?
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, February 27, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Marvelous Meerkats
Meerkats are all about family and teamwork! Would you make a marvelous meerkat?
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, March 6, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Fireflies and Beetles
Fireflies will be lighting up the night soon! Let’s learn about these magical beetles and their kin!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, March 9, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Wildlife Guardians (Spring Session D)
What do sea stars, bees, saguaro cactus, and alligators have in common? Homeschoolers explore these “Key” species to find out how they are vital to conserving their environments food webs and maybe even nominate their own flagship species for conservation!
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Fireflies and Beetles (Spring Session D)
Fireflies will be lighting up the night soon! Let’s learn about these magical beetles and their kin!
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, March 16, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Wildlife Guardians (Spring Session E)
What do sea stars, bees, saguaro cactus, and alligators have in common? Homeschoolers explore these “Key” species to find out how they are vital to conserving their environments food webs and maybe even nominate their own flagship species for conservation!
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, March 20, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Fireflies and Beetles
Fireflies will be lighting up the night soon! Let’s learn about these magical beetles and their kin!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Monday, March 23, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Homeschool Class Wildlife Guardians (Spring Session F)
What do sea stars, bees, saguaro cactus, and alligators have in common? Homeschoolers explore these “Key” species to find out how they are vital to conserving their environments food webs and maybe even nominate their own flagship species for conservation!
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Children ages 5–13.
Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).
$50 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Homeschool Little Learners Fireflies and Beetles (Spring Session F)
Fireflies will be lighting up the night soon! Let’s learn about these magical beetles and their kin!
10:45 – 11:45AM
Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.
Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).
$40 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Sloths
Slow down and enjoy the sloth life!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Sloths
Slow down and enjoy the sloth life!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, May 1, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Eggs
Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day by learning about moms who lay eggs!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Eggs
Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day by learning about moms who lay eggs!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Frogs and Toads
What’s the difference between a frog and a toad? Hop on over to find out!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Little Learners at Riverbanks Frogs and Toads
What’s the difference between a frog and a toad? Hop on over to find out!
10:30 – 11:30AM
Children ages 3–5 with an adult.
Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.
$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.
