Education
We have something for everyone! Check out our free and paid programming opportunities below.
The North Carolina Zoo offers a wide variety of different educational programs for schools, groups, and individuals, preschool through adult, many featuring our animal ambassadors or hands-on activities. If you are looking for something to enrich your visit to the Zoo or to add a Zoo experience closer to you, please check out the information on each of our programs to see what might work best for you.
Featured Programs
Camps
Summer Camps
Check out our single day camps (virtual & in-person options) and week-long day camps (in-person) for rising 1-8 graders.
Wild Animal Science Camps
Wild Animal Science Camp engages middle and high school students with techniques and equipment that field biologists use every day.
Snorin' Safari
Experience the Zoo at our overnight family (for families with children aged 6-18), adult-only (18+), and private group (10 or more people) camping adventures.
Family and Group Programs
School & Homeschool Programs
Adult Education
Our Virtual Visit Programs Continue...
Much of our virtual visit programming is still going on even with the Zoo back open. Check out what we have to offer to you at home.