xZOOberance
Thanks for a great 2025 xZOOberance. See you in Spring 2026!
Spring Into Family Fun at xZOOberance!
After a long Indiana winter, we all could use a little xZOOberance! Enjoy vibrant blooms, animals, family fun and seasonal treats at the Zoo’s outdoor spring festival. The Bicentennial Pavilion will be buzzing with spring-centric activities. Meet chickens and goats, dance along to a live DJ, sing karaoke, participate in animal-pose yoga and more! A perfect spring break destination, xZOOberance is family-friendly and fun for all ages.
Thanks for a great 2025 xZOOberance. See you in Spring 2026!
- Get up close and meet chickens and goats!
- Transform into your favorite animal with creative face painting.
- Savor seasonal flavors with specialty food and drinks at Pavilion Café. Specialty Wine presented by Daniel’s Family Vineyard.
- Move to the beat with a live DJ, or take the spotlight with karaoke on the Perch Stage!
- Find your inner balance with yoga inspired by animals.
- Unleash your creativity and green thumb with hands-on flower arranging at Blooming Cottage.
- Put your aim to the test in the exciting and competitive Pollen Toss game.
- Marvel at stunning life-size animal topiaries, where spring and wildlife artistry come to life.
- Snap unforgettable photos with giant pinwheels, towering flowers and the enchanting Fly With the Butterflies backdrops presented by Tway Lifting Products!
SAVOR THE FLAVORS OF SPRING
Enjoy seasonal flavors at Pavilion Café during xZOOberance! With a rotating menu each week, you’ll find fresh, exciting options like spring salads, gourmet sandwiches and refreshing specialty drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Whether you’re in the mood for a sweet treat or a savory bite, there’s always something new and delicious to try! Specialty wine presented by Daniel’s Family Vineyard.
FLUTTERING BUTTERFLIES RETURN!
Experience vibrant colors, delicate details and amazing insects like you’ve never seen before! Step inside the Hilbert Conservatory at the White River Gardens and watch as the butterflies emerge from their cocoons and take flight for the first time.
Learn about important adaptations of butterflies that help them survive and thrive in the wild.
As we say goodbye to winter, many of the Zoo’s animals will be out to celebrate the arrival of Spring. See chimpanzees, kangaroos, elephants, cheetahs, rhinos, macaws and more joining in the fun of the new season with extra chats and themed enrichment created by guests.
View the Daily Schedule for the full list of chats, feeds and presentations to help plan your visit.
