FEBRUARY 11 Talks at 4:30, 6:30, and 8:30 p.m. Buy tickets now!

In the event that the Zoo is closed February 11 due to weather, this event will be held on February 18.

Looking for the wildest way to celebrate Valentine’s Day without breaking the bank? Attend the Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s fourth annual Woo at the Zoo on Saturday, Feb. 11 for an opportunity to learn about animal mating, dating and reproductive habits in an honest and humorous forum.

Attendees and their “deer” ones will enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and the opportunity to decorate sweets for your sweetheart. A cash bar will also be available featuring specialty drinks served in the exclusive Woo at the Zoo commemorative glass. All the fun takes place in the Zoo’s Visitor Center auditorium.

Woo at the Zoo features:

• A commemorative Woo at the Zoo glass
• Complimentary hors d'oeuvres
• A cash bar featuring specialty drinks
• The opportunity to decorate a brownie from Naughty Bits Brownies

All the fun takes place in the Zoo's Visitor Center.

Tickets

FONZ members: $11 | Nonmembers: $22

You must be at least 21 years old to attend this event. A valid ID is required for admission. Please note that smoking is not permitted at the Zoo.

All guests must purchase a ticket for one talk, at 4:30, 6:30, or 8:30, and are required to come at their registered time. However, guests are invited to come early before or stay late after their talk to enjoy our cash bar and Valentine treats! The Visitor Center will be open to guests from 4 to 10 p.m.

We offer two ways to buy tickets: Buy tickets at the Zoo and save money Buy your tickets at any National Zoo gift shop between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and pay no service fees. Buy tickets online Buy Woo at the Zoo tickets online. A $2 fee per transaction applies.

Parking

FONZ encourages you to take public transportation and drink responsibly. Take the Red Line to the Woodley Park/Zoo/Adams Morgan stop or the Cleveland Park stop. The Zoo entrance lies halfway between these stops, and both are a short walk from the Zoo.

All Aboard the Love Train

Hop aboard the Love Train at the Visitor Center for a romantic trip through the Zoo. Train tickets are $5 each or $8 per couple.

Adopt a Species for Your Valentine

Want to get a special Valentine's Day gift for your special someone and help the Zoo? Adopt a Species! Our popular Adopt a Species packages will be specially decorated with pink tissue paper, includes a cute animal plush, photo, factsheet, and something sweet to show your affection. Valentine's Adopts can be picked up at Woo at the Zoo. Find out more.

If you have questions regarding Woo at the Zoo, please call 202.633.3040.