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Zoo Heads to Brew

Head to the Brew River Dock Bar, located at 502 W. Main St. in Salisbury, on Thursday, June 26, from 5-9 p.m. to support the Salisbury Zoo. We’ll have charity guest bartenders there from the Zoo. During this fundraiser, 20% of sales from the Dock Bar will go to the Salisbury Zoo Commission.

Nature Play

Nature Play will take place the Thursday after each story time through Aug. 10, except for April 13 and May 25. Families with kids ages 2-8 can meet at the stage area near the Education Center at 10 a.m. and engage in sensory activities that reinforce the beginning stages of learning in an outdoor setting…. Read more »

Rain Date for Sensory-Friendly Spooktacular

Spooktacular Halloween is designated for families with members that need sensory friendly options. October 8th-Rain Date for Spooktacular Enjoy this very special, not scary Halloween event designated specifically for families with members that need a sensory friendly option. We have partnered with the Salisbury University Psychology department to help assist with this event! The first… Read more »

Rockin’ Around the Zoo

Join us for some Christmas fun while Rockin’ Around the Zoo. This is an event for all ages. Come stroll through our new twinkling light trails, join in with our carolers as you sing to some of your favorite zoo animals, listen to live holiday music on our new Holly Circle stage, visit Santa Claus… Read more »

Preston Automotive Group Amphibian Day

Celebrate Preston Automotive Group Amphibian Day on Sunday, May 28, from 1-4 p.m., with education talks, games, a craft and more. Sponsored by Preston Automotive Group. This is a new date (event was rescheduled due to weather).

3rd Friday

Meet the Zoo at 3rd Friday! Every 3rd Friday of the month, downtown Salisbury 5pm-8pm For more information about 3rd Friday, go to their Facebook page.

Gift Shop and Beastro Open

Ocelot Spot Gift Shop and Beastro Open Opening weekend April 1, 2023-April 2, 2023: They will only be open on weekends, until June. 10:30am-3:30pm Ocelot Spot Gift Shop Souvenirs, toys, plush animals, Fair Trade items, gifts and shirts are available to purchase at the Gift Shop Beastro Cafe Refreshments are available: snacks, drinks, light fare… Read more »

Halloween Happening

*This is a ticketed event* Saturdays, Oct. 18 and 25, 1-4 p.m. (noon-4 p.m. for those who purchase early bird tickets online) Join us for our largest event of the year. Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume for a candy trail, family costume contest, games and fun. Early access discount tickets are available through… Read more »

Story Time

Join the Salisbury Zoo for story time around the stage on Tuesday, April 11, at 10 a.m. Programming is geared toward kids ages 2-5. The format will include songs, facts about the animal of the day, and a story. Children will be provided a themed craft to take home. This program is weather-permitting and there… Read more »