Camps and Programs for All Ages
NEW! Select programs are now available at Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park in north St. Louis County!
School Break Camps
FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 1-5
When school is on break, you can spend the day at the Saint Louis Zoo! Join our educators to learn about animals and conservation.
Each day of camp will have crafts, games, Zoo tours, and a whole lot of FUN!
If your child needs to take medication during this program (including insulin or an insulin pump), you must read the Zoo’s Medication Administration Policy and update your child’s medications in the CampDoc portal. Emergency rescue medicine including an Epi-Pen or other epinephrine auto-injector require completing the FARE - Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan, which can be uploaded in your CampDoc portal. Complete medication information is required before your child attends their Zoo program.
Thanksgiving Break Camp: Giving Green
Want to give gifts to your friends and family while also helping the planet? By using the 3 R’s (Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle), we can turn trash into treasures and make great gifts. Let’s use our creativity to make eco-friendly gifts, and we’ll meet the animals we are helping along the way! Add After-Care for an additional fee.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $66
General Public $73
| Date | Day | Time |
| Nov. 25 | W | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m |
Thanksgiving Break Camp After-Care
Participants will enjoy various activities building on their camp experience. This program is for Thanksgiving Break Camp participants only.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $22
General Public $24
| Date | Day | Time |
| Nov. 25 | W | 3 p.m. - 6 p.m |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
Winter Break Camp: Animal Acrobatics
Whether it flies, crawls, slithers, swings, or swims, animals move around in incredible ways! Campers will spend this week playing fun games, making crafts, touring the Zoo, and moving like the animals do. Join us for a day of hops, skips, and jumps around the Zoo. Add After-Care for an additional fee.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $264
General Public $292
| Date | Day | Time |
| Dec. 28 - 31 | M - Th | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m |
Winter Break Camp After-Care
Participants will enjoy various activities building on their camp experience. This program is for Winter Break Camp participants only.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $88
General Public $96
| Date | Day | Time |
| Dec. 28 - 31 | M - Th | 3 p.m. - 6 p.m |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Camp: Animal Adventures
From the grasslands to the trees, from the desert to the seas, animals have amazing adaptations to help them survive! Campers will adventure around the Zoo, discovering how animals live in habitats all around the world. Add After-Care for an additional fee.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $66
General Public $73
| Date | Day | Time |
| Jan. 18 | M | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m |
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Camp After-Care
Participants will enjoy various activities building on their camp experience. This program is for MLK Day Camp participants only.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $22
General Public $24
| Date | Day | Time |
| Jan. 18 | M | 3 p.m. - 6 p.m |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
Presidents Day Camp: Keystone Critters
All animals are important, but did you know that some even shape their habitat? These incredible animals are called keystone species. From a massive elephant, to a small prairie dog, campers will learn how the world would not be the same without these incredible animals. Add After-Care for an additional fee.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $66
General Public $73
| Date | Day | Time |
| Feb. 15 | M | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m |
Presidents Day Camp After-Care
Participants will enjoy various activities building on their camp experience. This program is for Presidents Day Camp participants only.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $22
General Public $24
| Date | Day | Time |
| Feb. 15 | M | 3 p.m. - 6 p.m |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
Spring Break Camp: Island Exploration
From the lemurs of Madagascar to the giant tortoises of the Galapagos, islands are home to incredible and unique animals. Campers will discover how islands are formed, and why they are home to animals that are found nowhere else! Join us as we go island hopping, visiting animals from different islands each day of the week. Add After-Care for an additional fee.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $330
General Public $365
| Date | Day | Time |
| March 15 - 19 | M - F | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m |
Spring Break Camp After-Care
Participants will enjoy various activities building on their camp experience. This program is for Spring Break Camp participants only.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $110
General Public $120
| Date | Day | Time |
| March 15 - 19 | M - F | 3 p.m. - 6 p.m |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
Spring Holiday Camp: Leap into Spring
One of the first signs of spring is the chirps, peeps and croaks of frogs and toads. Campers will discover how amphibians are important to wetlands and how they are a sign of a healthy habitat. Join us to play games, discover frog calls, and learn all about how we can help these slimy survivors! Add After-Care for an additional fee.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $66
General Public $73
| Date | Day | Time |
| March 26 | F | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m |
Spring Holiday Camp After-Care
Participants will enjoy various activities building on their camp experience. This program is for Spring Holiday Camp participants only.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $22
General Public $24
| Date | Day | Time |
| March 26 | F | 3 p.m. - 6 p.m |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
Teen Programs
For teens in 9th - 12th grade
NEW PROGRAM: WildCare Park Nature Race Overnight
Please note program location (30-40 minutes from Forest Park):
WildCare Park in Spanish Lake
12385 Larimore Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63138
For teens in 9th-12th grade
Participants attend these programs on their own, unaccompanied by a parent or other adult.
Limited to 25 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Member*: $90
General Public: $99
Join us for this brand new opportunity to spend the night at the yet to be opened WildCare Park, located in North County. This program includes evening activities, a pizza snack, and sleeping in single person tents outside. In the morning, students will eat a continental breakfast and complete a Nature Race program using the knowledge they learned the night before. Each participant will also receive a glow-in-the-dark overnight cup! This program was created in collaboration with North County teens.
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| October 9 | Fri-Sat | 6:30 P.M. (Fri) - 11 a.m. (Sat) |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
Scout Snooze at the Zoo
The Saint Louis Zoo Conservation Education Department offers exciting overnight adventures for Scout troops and other organized youth groups. These programs provide hands-on opportunities to explore the animal world while learning about wildlife, habitats, and conservation. Each overnight may include biofacts, activities, games, tours or crafts, along with an evening pizza snack and soft drink, a night hike through Zoo grounds, a continental breakfast, a morning walk around the Zoo, and commemorative keepsakes, including a Zoo patch and a glow-in-the-dark overnight cup.
Scout Leaders:
You can register your troop/group for Snooze at the Zoo online for Fall 2026-Spring 2027!*
PLEASE REVIEW PRIOR TO REGISTERING ONLINE: Scout Snooze Online Registration
*If your group would like to pay with a check, please email overnights@stlzoo.org to request a registration packet. Completed registration packet and check payment must be received no later than five (5) weeks prior to program date.
Vet Science
Here at the Zoo our animal staff is devoted to providing the best care for all of our species from our tiny ants to our huge elephants, and everything in between. But have you ever wondered how our Zoo Veterinarians take care of all these different animals? Come to Snooze at the Zoo and discover the answers to this question, plus sleep at the Zoo! Scouts and adult leaders will try their hand at diagnosing and treating some simulated scenarios based on actual cases that occurred at the Zoo.
November 6; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
January 23; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
February 20; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
March 5; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
April 3; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
April 23; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
May 15; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
November 14; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
February 5; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
March 13; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
April 16; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
May 8; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
November 21; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
January 29; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
February 27; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
March 12; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
April 2; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
May 7; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
November 7; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
April 9; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
November 13; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
January 30; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
February 26; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
March 20; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
April 10; 6:30 p.m. (Sa) – 8:30 a.m. (Su)
April 30; 6:30 p.m. (F) – 8:30 a.m. (Sa)
Limited to 60 participants per session
Fee: $55 per participant
Private Group Evening and Overnight Programs
For organized scout, youth and school groups with participants ages 5 and up, you can schedule your own private group overnight on select evenings. Using the themes we are currently offering, we will tailor the program to meet your needs. Fees listed are per person. Complete the booking request form, which can be found below. For more information, contact the Overnight Staff at overnights@stlzoo.org.
For scouts and organized groups with participants ages 5 and up.
Ever wonder what the Zoo is like after dark? Gather your troop or pack, and join us for this amazing opportunity to explore the Zoo at night! A Zoo educator will be the guide for your group to learn more about the animals. Groups of over 12 participants are encouraged to split into two groups for a more personalized experience. Fees listed are per group with an additional cost for extra participants. An adult must accompany the group.
Fee: $350 (minimum) for your group of up to 9 participants. $35 per each additional participant up to a maximum of 20 participants. An adult must accompany the group.
Tour Length: 90 minutes.
Girl Scout Badge Nights at the Zoo
Come to the Zoo to see some animals and complete a badge. These programs will complete the entire badge and will also get you a personal experience as your own educator leads you through all your badge requirements.
Badges Offered:
- Daisies: Animal Observer, EcoLearner
- Brownies: Bugs (only available during normal Zoo hours), Eco Friend and Household Elf
- Juniors: Animal Habitats
- Cadette: Night Owl
Who registers: Girl Scout troops and adult chaperones. Maximum 20 individuals.
Dates/Times: These two-hour programs are offered from September to May; Sunday- Thursday between 5 and 9 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fee: Minimum $350 covers nine scouts; $35 for each additional scout; adults free (minimum two adults).
Overnight Add-on: You can add on an overnight section to your badge program. You will get an evening snack, night hike, breakfast, and a morning hike in addition to your activities to earn your badge. This option will cost $55 per person, including adults. Private overnights have a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 60 participants (scouts and adults).
Limited to 20 participants, 12 participant minimum
Fee: $80 per participant
Limited to 60 participants, 30 participant minimum
Fee: $55 per participant
Limited to 18 participants, 12 participant minimum
Fee: $80 per participant
Limited to 60 participants, 30 participant minimum
Fee: $55 per participant
Adults age 18 and up can schedule their own private group overnight on select evenings. Using the current themes, we will tailor the program to meet your needs.
For more information and pricing, please contact the Overnight Staff at overnights@stlzoo.org.
Early Childhood Programs
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Fees are listed PER CHILD.
All Early Childhood programs are designed for you and your child to learn about animals and explore the natural world together. We encourage you to interact with, and help facilitate the learning of the registered program participant. Programs are interactive and may include songs and stories, art opportunities, role-playing games, hands-on investigations and more. In order to best serve all of our Early Childhood participants, unregistered children may not participate in the programs.
Please note: program location (30-40 minutes from Forest Park):
WildCare Park in Spanish Lake
12385 Larimore Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63138
FOR CHILDREN AGES 18 months - 3 YEARS
Nature Tots (NEW program is at WildCare Park)
Join us as we play in the mud, build with sticks and stumps, and learn other fun ways to explore nature at home!
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $28
General Public $31
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| September 26 | Sa | 9-10 a.m. |
FOR CHILDREN AGES 3 - 5 YEARS
Zootastic Zebras (NEW program is at WildCare Park)
Is a zebra black with white stripes or white with black stripes? What if I told you they aren't black at all!? Come join our herd as we explore the amazing world of zebras and learn all about our striped friends!
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $30
General Public $33
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| September 12 | Sa | 9-10:30 a.m. |
Antelope Antics (NEW program is at WildCare Park)
Explore the diverse world of our hooved and horned friends and how we care for them at the Zoo.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $30
General Public $33
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| October 25 | Su | 9-10:30 a.m. |
FOR CHILDREN AGES 3 - 7 YEARS
Nature Play Morning (NEW program is at WildCare Park)
Do you love the outdoors? So do we! Join us for a morning of exploration as we investigate native wildlife, create with natural materials, play outside and learn more exciting ways to experience nature!
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $33
General Public $35
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| November 7 | Sa | 9-11 a.m. |
FOR CHILDREN AGES 5 - 7 YEARS
Nocturnal Neighbors (NEW program is at WildCare Park)
Ever wonder what goes on in your yard at night? Learn how bats, owls and other nocturnal animals are adapted to life at night and ways to observe them in your own backyard. Receive your very own bat house to take home and help the bats in your own backyard!
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $30
General Public $33
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| October 23 | Fri | 6-7:30 p.m. |
Zoo Builders- (NEW located at WildCare Park)
Rhinos and ostrich and addax, oh my! Join us to learn all that goes in to building a Zoo. Design your own miniature Zoo and learn about WildCare Park.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $30
General Public $33
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| November 14 | Sa | 9-10:30 a.m. |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
FOR CHILDREN AGES 12 - 24 MONTHS
Cubs & Pups
Prowl like a cat and pounce like a painted dog. We’ll pretend to be felines and canines as we explore wild cats and dogs and learn how they compare to our pets at home.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $28
General Public $31
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| October 3 | Sa | 9-10 a.m. |
Home Sweet Home
Animals live in different places. Some may nest in a tree, while others prefer to dig a burrow underground. We’ll explore animal homes near and far and learn how we can make our neighborhoods welcoming to animals.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $28
General Public $31
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| November 15 | Su | 9-10 a.m. |
Penguin and Puffin Pals
Dive into the wonderful world of these black and white birds. Discover what they eat, how they move, and more. Then, come along on an adventure to visit Penguin & Puffin Coast.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $28
General Public $31
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| January 10 | Su | 9-10 a.m. |
Romp & Stomp
Can you romp like a monkey or stomp like a rhino? We will go wild as we act like animals to explore what they do and how they move.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $28
General Public $31
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| February 6 | Sa | 9-10 a.m. |
FOR CHILDREN AGES 2 - 3 YEARS
Bug-a-palooza
Explore the teeny tiny world of butterflies, beetles and more. We’ll visit the Missouri Meadow to look for insects and take home native plant seeds to attract bugs to our own outdoor spaces.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $28
General Public $31
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| September 13 | Su | 9-10 a.m. |
Hiss, Growl, Squawk
Roar like a tiger, squawk like a hornbill and chatter like a chimp. Animals communicate in different ways! We will explore stinky smells, bright colors and make noises as we learn how animals send each other messages.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $28
General Public $31
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| October 17 | Sa | 9-10 a.m. |
Herp, Herp Hooray
Who lives at the Herpetarium? Reptiles and amphibians galore - lizards, snakes, frogs and more! In this class, we’ll learn all about our scaly and slimy friends through sensory exploration and imaginative play.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $28
General Public $31
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| November 7 | Sa | 9-10 a.m. |
Animal Adventure
What do animals eat? Where do they live? How do we know they are healthy? We’ll explore all kinds of animals, while playing pretend and imagining ourselves as zookeepers, veterinarians, scientists and more.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $28
General Public $31
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| December 6 | Su | 9-10 a.m. |
Bear Buddies
Grizzly bear, polar bear what do you see? Find out what it’s like to be a bear as we crawl into a bear den, forage for food, and make bear art. We’ll take a walk over to Grizzly Ridge and Polar Bear Point to see our bear buddies here at the Zoo.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $28
General Public $31
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| January 23 | Sa | 9-10 a.m. |
Tale of a Tail
Long and short, wide and thin, stripy too – tails come in all different shapes and sizes. We’ll try out different tails to discover which animals have tails and how they use them.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $28
General Public $31
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| February 13 | Sa | 9-10 a.m. |
FOR CHILDREN AGES 3 - 5 YEARS
Swamp Life
What’s so special about a swamp? In this class, we’ll find out as we explore the features of this unique habitat and learn about the animals that live there. Weather permitting, we will visit the Saint Louis Zoo’s Cypress Swamp.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $30
General Public $33
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| September 19 | Sa | 9-10:30 a.m. |
Superhero Science
Who can fly from tree to tree? Who has super senses? Who can transform to protect themselves? We’ll conduct exciting experiments to learn more about amazing creatures. We’ll even create our own super power animals to take home.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $30
General Public $33
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| October 25 | Su | 9-10:30 a.m. |
Curled Up and Cozy
As the weather turns cooler, animals are busy getting ready for winter. Some travel long distances to warmer places, while others cozy up right here. Discover how our animal friends prepare for winter and learn how we can help them.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $30
General Public $33
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| November 21 | Sa | 9-10:30 a.m. |
Amazing Apes
Gorillas, orangutans and chimps, oh my! Join us as we learn all about these powerful primates and explore how they are a lot like us. After exploration time in the classroom, we’ll take a walk up to Fragile Forest and Jungle of the Apes to see our amazing apes in action.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $30
General Public $33
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| December 13 | Su | 9-10:30 a.m. |
Ssssnakes
Slither into the wonderfully weird world of snakes. We’ll explore the adaptations of these scaly creatures and learn where and how snakes live. Then we’ll head to the Herpetarium to look at snakes that live near us and around the world.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $30
General Public $33
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| January 30 | Sa | 9-10:30 a.m. |
Whiskers, Claws and Paws
Pounce into the world of wild cats, as we explore where they live, how they communicate and more. Weather permitting, we will visit Big Cat Country to learn all about our Zoo’s big cats!
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $30
General Public $33
| Date | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| February 28 | Su | 9-10:30 a.m. |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
Adult Programs
For ages 18 and up
Escape the Zoo: WildCare Institute Edition
For participants ages 18 and up
To help the Zoo save animals from extinction, you must unlock the secrets of the Zoo through a team building adventure! Race against time to complete your mission by solving a series of puzzles and finding clues hidden along the pathways. Use these clues to discover what the Zoo is all about! Build your team of up to 10 individuals, ages 18 and up.
Limited to 10 participants per TEAM.
Fees are PER TEAM.
Fee: Zoo Members* $190
General Public $200
| Date | Day | Time |
| September 8 | Tu | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
Escape the Zoo 2: Back to the Future Edition
For participants ages 18 and up
Travel through history and experience the evolution of the Saint Louis Zoo. Solve the puzzles of the past to unlock the excitement of the future. It is a race against the clock, but the clock is generous, so take in the sights and sounds of the Zoo in this escape room-style adventure. Build your team of up to 10 individuals, ages 18 and up.
Limited to 10 participants per TEAM.
Fees are PER TEAM.
Fee: Zoo Members* $225
General Public $245
| Date | Day | Time |
| August 18 | Tu | 6 - 7:30 p.m. |
The Season of the Zoo
For participants ages 18 and up
Limited to 20 participants participants
Fee: $20 per person
Come see the Zoo throughout the year. Each tour will highlight a different area and its seasonal happenings. See what the animals are up to each season and how we adjust our care throughout the year.
| Date | Day | Time |
| July 11 | Sat | 10-11:15 a.m. |
| October 17 | Sat | 10-11:15 a.m. |
| January 23, 2027 | Sat | 10-11:15 a.m. |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
Adult Polar Bear Plunge
For participants ages 18 and up
Limited to 20 participants participants
Fee: Eligible Zoo Members* $77
General Public $85
Join us for this amazing opportunity to sleep inside Polar Bear Point! You will talk with Zoo staff about how we help animals all over the world and then team up to solve a scavenger hunt. After a night hike, we will end the night by laying out sleeping bags inside the underwater viewing building. You will awake with a view of the polar bear pool and hopefully with a view of Kallu! This overnight includes a catered dinner and continental breakfast.
| Date | Day | Time |
| November 7 | Sat, Sun | 6:30 p.m. (Sat) 8:30 a.m. (Sun) |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
Private Adult Overnight Programs
Adults aged 18 and up can schedule their own private group overnight on select evenings. Using the current themes, we will tailor the program to meet your needs. See the Private Overnights section above, or click here.
Family Programs
Parents and children attend these programs together.
Polar Bear Plunge
For families with children ages 5 and up.
Join us for this amazing opportunity to sleep inside Polar Bear Point! We will explore the Zoo at night while learning about Arctic and Antarctic animals and their unique adaptations that allow them to live in the cold. We will end the night by laying out sleeping bags inside the underwater viewing building. You will awake with a view of the polar bear pool and hopefully with a view of Kallu! The overnight includes an evening snack, a glow-in-the-dark overnight cup and a continental breakfast in the morning.
Limited to 20 participants
Fee: Zoo Members* $75
General Public $83
| Date | Day | Time |
| October 3 | Sa-Su | 6:30 p.m. (Sa) - 8:30 a.m.(Su) |
| December 4 | Fri-Sa | 6:30 p.m. (Fri) - 8:30 a.m.(Sa) |
| March 6 | Sa-Su | 6:30 p.m. (Sa) - 8:30 a.m.(Su) |
*Zoo Members at the Navigator level or above are eligible for Zoo Member Registration.
Private Overnight Programs
Groups can schedule their own private group overnight on select evenings. Using the current themes, we will tailor the program to meet your needs. See Private Group Overnights section above, or click here
Career Programs
Youth attend these programs on their own or with an accompanied registered parent or other adult. All participants must be registered. Registration open now at stlzoo.org/tours.
For youth entering 2nd - 8th grades. A parent or adult can register to accompany the participant. Fees are per person.
Join the Saint Louis Zoo’s team of keepers by participating in A Day with the Rays! As an aquatics keeper for the day, you will jump right in to help prepare diets and maintain the habitat to keep it looking nice and the animals healthy. As the new expert, you will help guests learn about our exhibit, how to touch and feed the stingrays, and touch the sharks. Please wear a T-shirt, khaki or jean shorts, and old closed-toe shoes. Bring abottle of water and a camera. A Saint Louis Zoo name tag, T-shirt and snack will be provided. Get wet, smell like fish and have a ton of fun with A Day with the Rays!
Note: We do not recommend this program for participants with shellfish allergies. Please mention any
latex allergies at the time of registration.
Limited to 4 participants per session.
Fee: $140 per person
Select dates April - September
9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Visit the Tours Department website page for available dates and registration information: stlzoo.org/tours.
For youth entering 2nd - 8th grades who have attended A Day with the Rays. A parent or adult can register to accompany the participant. Fees are per person.
Dive deeper into the science and career of an aquatics keeper. In this second program, you will continue building your knowledge by participating with animal husbandry duties. Once the daily tasks are accomplished, you will explore fish and cephalopod biology, perform advanced marine water quality monitoring, and, of course, have some time for fun and games. It’s time to show off all that you learned from last time as well as pick up a few new tricks along the way. Please wear a T-shirt (your Day with the Rays shirt is a great choice), khaki or jean shorts, and old closed-toe shoes. Bring a bottle of water and a camera. A snack will be provided. Get wet, smell like fish and have even more fishy fun with Advanced Day with the Rays! Participants must have attended A Day with the Rays.
Note: We do not recommend this program for participants with shellfish allergies. Please mention any latex allergies at the time of registration.
Limited to four participants per session. Fees are per person.
Fee: $140 per person
Select dates April - September
9:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Visit the Tours Department website page for available dates and registration information: stlzoo.org/tours.