School and Organization Evening and Overnight Programs
Have a wild night at the Zoo — any night of the week!
School Wild Night programs allow teachers and their classes to have the entire Zoo to themselves - an exciting combination of adventure and learning. You can come for just the evening or you can decide to spend the entire night at the Saint Louis Zoo. But no matter how long you decide to stay students are guaranteed to learn and experience something unforgettable.
To register for these programs, fill out the Overnight Request Form.
School overnight programs are offered Fridays and Saturdays, Labor Day through Memorial Day (subject to availability). School groups must be in at least 3rd grade to attend. Youth groups and Home school groups with children in grades 3 to 12 are welcome. We can accommodate special program requests as well as special education or gifted classes. Please specify any special requests when scheduling. All programs include activities and an evening hike around the Zoo. We offer a snack and provide a continental breakfast and a souvenir.
Confirmation packets will be sent to teachers after they sign up for an overnight. Information for students, parents, and teachers, including emergency contact information, release forms, and what to bring (and not to bring) is included in this packet.
$1,350 for up to 30 participants, students or adults, and $45 for each additional participant
The maximum number of participants is 60.
School twilights programs are offered any evening September to May, and include all the same activities as the school overnight but end at 10:30pm. School groups must be in at least 3rd grade to attend. Youth groups and Home school groups with children in grades 3 to 12 are welcome. We can accommodate special program requests as well as special education or gifted classes. Please specify any special requests when scheduling. All programs include activities, a snack, and an evening hike around the Zoo.
Confirmation packets will be sent to teachers after they sign up for a twilight program. Information for students, parents, and teachers, including emergency contact information, and release forms are included in this packet.
$600 for up to 30 participants, students or adults, and $20 for each additional participant. School staff members are free!
The maximum number of participants is 40.
School night hike programs are offered any evening September to May, and consist of a 90 minute flashlight tour of Zoo grounds. School groups must be in at least 3rd grade to attend. Youth groups and Home school groups with children in grades 3 to 12 are welcome. Please specify any special requests when scheduling.
Confirmation packets will be sent to teachers after they sign up for a night hike. Information for students, parents, and teachers, including emergency contact information, and release forms are included in this packet.
$400 for up to 20 participants, students or adults, and $20 for each additional participant. School staff members are free!
Refunds
A refund minus a $145 cancellation fee will be issued if you notify the Education Department at least two weeks prior to your overnight. There is no refund for groups that cancel with less than two weeks' notice.