Events
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Upcoming Events
Nov. 22, 2024 - Jan. 4, 2025
ZooLights
This holiday season, light up the night with ZooLights! Now in its 16th year, the Smithsonian's National Zoo is transforming into an enchanting winter wonderland.
Jan. 10-19, 2025
Giant Panda Member Preview
Be the first to experience a visit with the pandas and help the bears acclimate to their new habitat before it opens to the public.
Daily Animal Demos
Get a front row seat to animal keepers working with animals in these daily demonstrations! Throughout the day, you can meet elephants, watch sloth bears slurp ants, see sea lions catch fish and more.
Past Events
Host an Event at the Zoo
The wildest events in town start here. Gather your herd and head to the Zoo for your wedding reception, birthday, company picnic and more.