Upcoming Events and Programs

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Let’s celebrate Thanksgiving with an autumn harvest!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Dive into the importance of biodiversity as we swim through one of the most colorful and busy habitats in the world.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Come explore the underground world of earthworms!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Are reindeer real? What are antlers made from? Why do some deer have white tails? Let’s find out the answers to these questions and more!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Are reindeer real? What are antlers made from? Why do some deer have white tails? Let’s find out the answers to these questions and more!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Using freshly cut greenery from the Riverbanks campus, participants will learn the basic technique of making a wreath with a grapevine base. With a large variety of greenery and seed pods to use, these wreaths will be a distinct reflection of personal style.

10:00_AM – 12:00_PM

$30 Riverbanks members; $36 general public.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Swing on over to Riverbanks and spend the break with us learning how we care for our monkeys, lemurs, and apes

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Kindergarten to 5th Grade.

$120 Riverbanks members per session; $140 general public per session.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Swing on over to Riverbanks and spend the break with us learning how we care for our monkeys, lemurs, and apes

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Kindergarten to 5th Grade.

$120 Riverbanks members per session; $140 general public per session.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Swing on over to Riverbanks and spend the break with us learning how we care for our monkeys, lemurs, and apes

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Kindergarten to 5th Grade.

$120 Riverbanks members per session; $140 general public per session.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Swing on over to Riverbanks and spend the break with us learning how we care for our monkeys, lemurs, and apes

8:45_AM – 4:00_PM

Kindergarten to 5th Grade.

$120 Riverbanks members per session; $140 general public per session.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Octopus are some of the coolest creatures in the ocean! Let’s learn all about them.

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

5:00 – 9:00_PM

Buy online and save! Children younger than 2 will be admitted free.

Why does wildlife disappear? How can we prevent it? From the mystery of the Carolina Parakeet to the return of the beautiful Bali Mynah, students will investigate ways they can help Riverbank’s eliminate extinction.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Winter is a great time to see waterfowl on our lakes and rivers. Join us as we learn about our feathered friends!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Octopus are some of the coolest creatures in the ocean! Let’s learn all about them.

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Why does wildlife disappear? How can we prevent it? From the mystery of the Carolina Parakeet to the return of the beautiful Bali Mynah, students will investigate ways they can help Riverbank’s eliminate extinction.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

What’s the difference between a turtle and a tortoise? Let’s investigate!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Why does wildlife disappear? How can we prevent it? From the mystery of the Carolina Parakeet to the return of the beautiful Bali Mynah, students will investigate ways they can help Riverbank’s eliminate extinction.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Winter is a great time to see waterfowl on our lakes and rivers. Join us as we learn about our feathered friends!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

What’s the difference between a turtle and a tortoise? Let’s investigate!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

The Gullah tradition of weaving baskets from strong but supple marsh grass in the lowcountry is one of the nation’s oldest and most beautiful handicrafts of African origin. Participants will craft a small sweetgrass basket in the traditional style through this hands-on workshop with Mary Graham-Grant.

10:00_AM – 2:00_PM

$70 Riverbanks members; $85 general public.

Winter is a great time to see waterfowl on our lakes and rivers. Join us as we learn about our feathered friends!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Explore the many ways Riverbanks is involved in protecting North America Songbirds and Pollinators. Students will get the opportunity to take home some tools to help connect to wildlife and conservation in their own backyard!

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Octopi are some of the coolest creatures in the ocean! Let’s learn all about them!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Explore the many ways Riverbanks is involved in protecting North America Songbirds and Pollinators. Students will get the opportunity to take home some tools to help connect to wildlife and conservation in their own backyard!

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Winter is a great time to see waterfowl on our lakes and rivers. Join us as we learn about our feathered friends!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Explore the many ways Riverbanks is involved in protecting North America Songbirds and Pollinators. Students will get the opportunity to take home some tools to help connect to wildlife and conservation in their own backyard!

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Octopi are some of the coolest creatures in the ocean! Let’s learn all about them!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Capybaras look like a cute cross between a pig, a beaver, and a hippopotamus. But what are they really? Let’s learn about capybaras and their relatives!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Capybaras look like a cute cross between a pig, a beaver, and a hippopotamus. But what are they really? Let’s learn about capybaras and their relatives!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Join us as we observe some of the ways Riverbanks is working to restore Gopher Tortoises, Spider Lillies, and Gopher Frogs to their native habitats.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Capybaras look like a cute cross between a pig, a beaver, and a hippopotamus. But what are they really? Let’s learn about capybaras and their relatives!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Join us as we observe some of the ways Riverbanks is working to restore Gopher Tortoises, Spider Lillies, and Gopher Frogs to their native habitats.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

What’s the difference between seals and sea lions? Let’s find out.

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Join us as we observe some of the ways Riverbanks is working to restore Gopher Tortoises, Spider Lillies, and Gopher Frogs to their native habitats.

10:30_AM – 12:00_PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Capybaras look like a cute cross between a pig, a beaver, and a hippopotamus. But what are they really? Let’s learn about capybaras and their relatives!

10:45 – 11:45_AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

What’s the difference between seals and sea lions? Let’s find out.

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Let’s explore the spring garden to see what colors we can discover!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Let’s explore the spring garden to see what colors we can discover!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

The art of using moss as a way to encapsulate soil and a living plant can create a stunning botanical piece for your house or garden. Participants will all learn to make this living sculpture that can be a table centerpiece or hung indoors or out for a unique floral focus.

10:00 – 11:30_AM

$25 Riverbanks members; $30 general public.

Join us as we learn about these beautiful and fascinating insects!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Join us as we learn about these beautiful and fascinating insects!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Let’s journey around the world and explore this incredible planet we call home!

10:30 – 11:30_AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$16 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Ikebana is a Japanese art form that involves arranging flowers and other natural materials in a stylized manner. Lin Ko of the Asia Cultural Society will be demonstrating three styles of Ikebana, and then leading participants through a hands-on portion to create an arrangement to take home.

10:00_AM – 12:00_PM

$40 Riverbanks members; $48 general public.