Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is inviting guests to help name Asha’s gorilla baby while fundraising for the new Primate World! Asha, a 32-year-old critically endangered Western lowland gorilla, gave birth to an adorable baby boy on Mon., July 21, 2025. Primate World gorilla keepers have chosen three names for guests to pick from: Ryder, Sully and Abu. Participants can donate any amount starting at $5 until Thurs., Oct. 9, 2025. The name that receives the most combined donations will win!
Adults 21+. Offered September 18. Want a change of scenery on a weekend night? Come join us under the stars for an adults only private evening tour of our mountainside Zoo. We will enjoy a beverage to start off the night, then stroll under the stars to see what our animals do at night, we will even get an opportunity to meet one of our Loft animal ambassadors! This program is for adults only, 21+. Registration is required. This event is sold out. If you would like to be on a wait list , please submit this form.
Ages 21+. Join us for a magical evening on the mountain, exclusively reserved for those age 21 and up. Local musicians will set the mood throughout the Zoo! Tickets to Tails, Tunes & Tastes include unlimited small plates and two drink tickets. Cash bars also available. (No one under age 21 will be permitted, including no children or infants.) Advanced tickets are required and are on sale online now!
Ages 1-4 years. Registrants will participate in a reptile-themed sensory activity, meet scaly friends throughout the Zoo and help make salads for tortoises! Registration is required.
Adults 21+. Offered October 3. Want a change of scenery on a weekend night? Come join us under the stars for an adults only private evening tour of our mountainside Zoo. We will enjoy a beverage to start off the night, then stroll under the stars to see what our animals do at night, we will even get an opportunity to meet one of our Loft animal ambassadors! This program is for adults only, 21+. Registration is required. This event is sold out. If you would like to be on a wait list , please submit this form.
All ages. Penguin enthusiasts can join us in Water’s Edge: Africa for crafts, games, and other activities available throughout the day. Don’t miss the keeper demonstrations during penguin feeding times at 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., as well as a walkabout with a penguin named Napoleon at 11 a.m. There’s no cost to attend IAPAD events, but advance daytime admission tickets are required and can be purchased at cmzoo.org/tickets.
Ages 1-4 years. Registrants will participate in a Fall – themed sensory activity and meet some of our Orange colored friends that call the Zoo home! Registration is required.
Ages Elementary and Middle School. Have you ever wondered “hoo” comes out when the sun goes down? From wide-eyed owls to fluttering bats and glowing bugs, we’ll uncover the secrets of creatures that thrive in the dark! Registration is required.
Ages 6-12 years. *ROAR (Respecting Our Abilities and Resilience) Connections is an evening program designed for children ages 6-12 with autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing disorders, developmental disabilities/delays or medical fragility. Join us Wednesday, October 29 for a ROAR-ing good time as we learn about the importance of the unique feet found in the animal kingdom. Dress up in your favorite costume and get ready for a paws-itively wild time! Registration is required.
On Thursday, Oct. 30 (Halloween Edition), get an extra ticket to make your family outing complete! Bring your canine kiddo for a Zoo adventure. For these special dates, you can bring your well-behaved dog to the Zoo with you! Simply purchase a dog ticket along with your family’s human tickets, and Fido can experience many of the sights, sounds and smells that make the Zoo so special. Dog tickets are limited. Advance tickets are required and can sell out quickly.
Ages 1-4 years. Offered October 25 & 31. This special holiday edition includes Meet & Greets with a few of our “creepy crawly” but still adorable animals from My Big Back Yard, and painting your own mini pumpkin to take home with you! Costumes are both welcome and encouraged for participants of all ages! Registration is required.
For the last six years, you've ranked us #3 Best Zoo Lights in North America, and we're so grateful for your continued support! Electric Safari has once again been nominated in USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards and you can show your support EVERY DAY from today until 10 a.m. MT on Mon., Dec. 1 - VOTE AT cmzoo.org/lights.
Ages 6-12 years. *ROAR (Respecting Our Abilities and Resilience) From a tiger’s stripes to a turtle’s shell, nature is full of amazing patterns that help animals both blend in and stand out. Together we’ll discover how these designs keep animals survive and thrive! Registration is required.
Ages 1-4 years. Participants will explore the zoo, searching and learning about animals that are most active in the evening hours, but sometimes can be encouraged to wake up during the day to say hello to groups like ours! Registration is required.
Ages Elementary and Middle School. Have you ever wondered how animals help plants thrive? From burying seeds to turning soil, wildlife plays a vital role in enriching ecosystems. Join us as we learn from nature’s best gardeners! Registration is required and opens on October 24 at 9 a.m.
On Friday, Nov. 21, get an extra ticket to make your family outing complete! Bring your canine kiddo for a Zoo adventure. For these special dates, you can bring your well-behaved dog to the Zoo with you! Simply purchase a dog ticket along with your family’s human tickets, and Fido can experience many of the sights, sounds and smells that make the Zoo so special. Dog tickets are limited. Advance tickets are required and can sell out quickly.
Age: Middle School & High School. From destructive to essential, wildfires play a powerful role in nature’s cycle. Through hands-on activities and fiery discussion, learners will uncover how wildfires impact plants, animals, and people. Join us as we learn why nature needs a little heat to thrive. Registration is required.
Ages: 1st - 6th Grades. Fall Break Camps are sold out.. From the rings inside a tree trunk to the stripes in a canyon wall, nature is full of layers waiting to be discovered! Each day, we’ll peel back a new “layer” whether it’s the soil beneath our feet, the tree branches overhead, or even the hidden animals in the depths of a pond. Join us as we learn about nature’s “layered” stories and see the natural world in a whole new way, layer by layer. Registration is required. Note: To be added to a waitlist, please email [email protected]
Ages 1-4 years. This special Holiday edition Stroller Safari allows us to practice our kitchen prep the day before Thanksgiving! Registrants will prepare a fun feast for some zoo animals, and participate in other fall themed sensory activities! Registration is required.
All ages. Nightly until Jan. 1, 2026. Voted #2 Best Zoo Lights by USAToday's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards! Celebrate nights of mountainside magic during Electric Safari with over 85 light sculptures on over 50 acres! Top off this astounding display by gazing out at the city’s lights and watch all of Colorado Springs sparkle. You'll also enjoy photos with larger-than-life illuminated inflatable animals, and our new holiday-safari themed drone show! Save $5 per ticket by visiting on a non-peak day! Advance tickets are required for everyone and sell out quickly. Tickets are on sale now.
Ages 6-12 years. Respecting Our Abilities and Resilience (ROAR) Connections is an evening program designed for children ages 6-12 with autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing disorders, developmental disabilities/delays or medical fragility. Get ready for a flurry of fun as we explore all things snow! Together, we’ll discover how snowflakes are made, why it snows, and how animals use snow to their own advantage to keep them safe in a winter wonderland! Registration is required.
Ages 1-4 years. Participants will learn about native Colorado species and create safe feeders to help wild animals near their homes find food in the colder months (almond butter, bird seed, cranberries, etc.)! Registration is required.
Ages Elementary and Middle School. Have you ever wondered how scientists track and study animals in the wild? From pawprints to scat, each clue tells a story about an animal’s journey. Let’s discover how to read and uncover the hidden lives in the wild! Registration is required.
Ages 1-4 years. All over the world, people are celebrating as the year comes to an end. We love our Stroller Safari family and getting to watch each little learner grow so much over the past year. Come celebrate with us for one final special holiday stroller safari, before we head into the new year and make all new memories together! Registration is required.
On Monday, Dec. 29, get an extra ticket to make your family outing complete! Bring your canine kiddo for a Zoo adventure. For these special dates, you can bring your well-behaved dog to the Zoo with you! Simply purchase a dog ticket along with your family’s human tickets, and Fido can experience many of the sights, sounds and smells that make the Zoo so special. Dog tickets are limited. Advance tickets are required and can sell out quickly.
Ages: 1st-6th Grades. Join us for a single day or all six days of exploration Dec. 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31. Make a splash for conservation and dive into the habitats of the hydrosphere. From oceans to ice caps, rivers to raindrops, the hydrosphere covers every bit of water on Earth. Join us as we explore how animals and plants depend on our planet’s water systems and discover the science behind weather, currents, and the water cycle. Campers should register for the grade they are in. Registration is required.
SPECIAL ONE DAY ONLY - On January 1, 2026 there will be FREE daytime admission for everyone. Free timed tickets are subject to selling out, so reserve yours today! We’re kicking off our centennial year with free daytime admission on Jan. 1, 2026. Member tickets are always free with a purchased membership, so they can also enjoy 25% discounts on food and retail at the Zoo! (This offer does not apply to Electric Safari.) Advance ticket reservations are required and may sell out quickly. All tickets for Jan. 1 have been claimed.
Ages 6-12 years. Join us as we go face to face with some of nature’s most extraordinary features in the wild! From long elephant trunks to giant bat ears, we’ll explore how these unique faces change how animals see, smell, hear, and more. Registration is required.
Ages Elementary and Middle School. Have you ever wondered if animals play the same as we do? For many, play isn’t just for fun - it’s an important part of learning survival skills, building social bonds, and even staying healthy! Registration is required.
Ages 1-4 years. This month we are kicking off the New Year by jumping right in and meeting some animals who are really good at this method of locomotion! Families will also get to show off their own jumping skills! Registration is required.
Ages Middle & High School. Uncover the hidden strategies plants and animals use to withstand the winter. Whether its migration, hibernation, or toleration, nature has a wide array of remarkable adaptations to surviving the challenges of the cold season. *Program includes daytime admission. Registration is required.
Ages: Middle and High School, 6th - 12th grades. Summer Session runs May 26, 2025 – August 7, 2026 for Zoo Crew and Junior Zoo Keeper programs. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s Teen Programs provide meaningful life experiences that inspire teens to take conservation action both on and off Zoo grounds through education, leadership, stewardship and environmental exploration. Admission to the program is through an application process. Online applications for Zoo Crew and Junior Zoo Keeper will be open during this time. An application fee applies. Once you have completed your application fee transaction you will get an automatic generated email that contains the link to your application! All applications must be submitted by midnight on February 10, 2026.
Ages 12-18. Early Bird Registration discounts apply Feb. 1 - 28 only. CMZoo’s Youth Leadership Action Board invites you to the 8th Annual Youth Conservation Leadership Conference (YCLC), right here on the mountainside. This conference is hosted by your teenage peers as a common ground conference to work towards worldwide conservation education efforts. Registration is required. Regular registration will be open March 1 - July 1, 2026 or until sold out.
Mark your calendars - EARLY BIRD pricing and an exclusive member's only summer camp registration period will be open February 2-8, 2026. Then, Early Bird registration continues for members and the general public, February 9-13, 2026. General registration begins February 14, 2026, if not sold out. Summer Camp programs will be available as full week programs to children in Kindergarten through 8th grade. Registration is required.
Ages 1-4 years. This special Valentine’s Day Holiday edition Stroller Safari includes a special animal demo, meeting birds around the Zoo, and creating a birdhouse to take home so that your backyard lovebirds can have somewhere to raise their family! Registration is required.
Ages 6-12 years. Join us as we look for the not-so-bare necessities and learn about all the types of animal coverings in the wild! From fuzzy fur to tough shells, join us as we learn how their wardrobes keep them safe in style! Registration is required.
Ages Elementary and Middle School. Have you ever wondered if animals can sense something we can’t? From bats that use echolocation and sharks that detect electrical signals, join us as we explore some of the weird senses these creatures have to survive and thrive! Registration is required.
Ages 1-4 years. This month we will be focusing on birds! Participants will get a chance to meet a variety of feathered friends and make enrichment for native bird species! Registration is required.
Ages Middle & High School. Come spark your sense of adventure and put your survival skills to the test! Through this immersive, hands-on program we’ll develop beginner techniques in such aspects as shelter construction and fire building. *Program includes daytime admission. Registration is required.
Adults 21+. Offered Jan. 7, Feb. 13, 14, Mar. 7, 2026. Want a change of scenery on a weekend night? Come join us under the stars for an adults only private evening tour of our mountainside Zoo. We will enjoy a beverage to start off the night, then stroll under the stars to see what our animals do at night, we will even get an opportunity to meet one of our Loft animal ambassadors! This program is for adults only, 21+. Registration is required and open online now.