Youth and Family Programs
From preschool to adults, we have something for everyone!

Adult, Family and Youth Programs

Jungle Juniors Preschool Program

Jungle Juniors preschool programs are a great way to begin youngsters ages 3-5 years on journey to discover and learn about the world around them. Each program includes hands-on activities, animal artifacts, a Zoo walk, and a story or craft.

These programs are designed for children to work one-on-one together with a parent or caregiver. With every paid child, one adult is admitted free and is required to stay for the program. For registration assistance or questions, please email us at edustaff@indyzoo.com for the fastest response.

  • Ages 3 and 4

    These programs are designed for children to work one-on-one together with a parent or caregiver. With every paid child, one adult is admitted free and is required to stay for the program. To ensure that each preschooler has the best experience possible, parents must make alternate childcare arrangements for any siblings who are not signed up for the class.

    3-4 Single Sessions

    Cost: $22.50 members/$25 nonmembers. All sessions are 9:30-11:00am

    Preschool 3-4-year-olds

    • Kangaroos – Aug. 2
    • Kangaroos – Aug. 3
    • Butterflies – Aug. 16
    • Butterflies – Aug. 17
    • Alligators – Aug. 23
    • Alligators – Aug. 24
    • Tiptoeing Tiger – Sept. 12
    • Tiptoeing Tiger – Sept. 13
    • The Lion Pride – Sept. 20
    • The Lion Pride – Sept. 21
    • Colorful Creatures – Oct. 4
    • Colorful Creatures – Oct. 5
    • Creepy Crawlies – Oct. 23
    • Creepy Crawlies – Oct. 24
    • In the Jungle – Nov. 6
    • In the Jungle – Nov. 7
    • The Mitten – Nov. 15
    • The Mitten – Nov. 16
    • Penguins & Pinecones – Nov. 29
    • Penguins & Pinecones – Nov. 30
    • The Animal’s Santa – Dec. 6
    • The Animal’s Santa – Dec. 7
    • The Deep & Snowy Wood – Dec. 11
    • The Deep & Snowy Wood – Dec. 12
    • Dolphins! – Jan. 10
    • Dolphins! – Jan. 11
    • Fishy Friends – Jan. 18
    • Fishy Friends – Jan. 19
    • Turtles & Tortoises- Feb. 7
    • Turtles & Tortoises- Feb. 8
    • Ocean Critters – Feb. 21
    • Ocean Critters – Feb. 22
  • Ages 4 and 5

    These programs are designed for children to work one-on-one together with a parent or caregiver. With every paid child, one adult is admitted free and is required to stay for the program. To ensure that each preschooler has the best experience possible, parents must make alternate childcare arrangements for any siblings who are not signed up for the class.

    4-5 Single Sessions

    Cost: $27 members/$30 nonmembers. All sessions are 9:30-11:30am

    • Kangaroos & Other Pocket Pals – Aug. 8
    • Kangaroos & Other Pocket Pals – Aug. 9
    • Butterflies and Bugs – Aug. 10
    • Butterflies and Bugs – Aug. 15
    • Elephants – Aug. 30
    • Elephants – Aug. 31
    • Flamingo Flamboyance – Sept. 6
    • Flamingo Flamboyance – Sept. 7
    • Grassland Grazers – Sept. 15
    • Grassland Grazers – Sept. 19
    • All the Spooky Things – Oct. 2
    • All the Spooky Things – Oct. 3
    • Animals of the Night – Oct. 25
    • Animals of the Night – Oct. 30
    • Cold Critters – Nov. 8
    • Cold Critters – Nov. 9
    • All the Furry Things – Nov. 13
    • All the Furry Things – Nov. 14
    • Santa Jaws – Dec. 4
    • Santa Jaws – Dec. 5
    • Orangutan Night Before Christmas – Dec. 13
    • Orangutan Night Before Christmas – Dec. 14
    • Bear Stays Up for Christmas – Dec. 18
    • Bear Stays Up for Christmas – Dec. 19
    • Dolphins! – Jan. 12
    • Dolphins! – Jan. 17
    • Animal Senses – Jan. 25
    • Animal Senses – Jan. 26
    • The Deep Ocean- Feb. 14
    • The Deep Ocean- Feb. 15
    • Primate Pals – Feb. 28
    • Primate Pals – Feb. 29
Sign Up for Jungle Juniors Preschool Programs

Spaces are limited, so register now! For registration assistance or questions, please email us at edustaff@indyzoo.com for the fastest response.

For Middle and High School Students
Zoo Careers

Interested in a zoo career? Discover the wide variety of zoo careers and learn what it takes to work at a zoo. Participants will have the opportunity to go behind-the-scenes and talk with Zoo staff.​

Cost: $35 members/$40 nonmembers

Saturday, Sept. 23, 1:30-3:30pm

Registration now open!

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For Middle and High School Students

Family Nocturnal Adventures

Looking for a family adventure that you won’t soon forget? Come spend an overnight together at the Zoo! Family Nocturnal Adventures returns for one night this fall—Oct. 27—and it’s better than ever. Enjoy Zoo Boo “trick-or-treat” time and learn what “treats” our animals like, plus some “tricks” animals use to survive in the wild. Families will enjoy games, animal stories, s’mores, Zoo exhibits, a special after-hours tour and catered breakfast. Don’t miss out!

  • Friday, Oct. 27, 6pm-8am
  • Cost: $63 members/$70 nonmembers
  • Registration now open!