These programs are designed for hospitals.

Virtual 
  • Live tour of Tropics, Oceans, or Penguins
  • Live World of Wildlife program with 3-4 animal ambassadors
  • Recorded tour of Tropics, Oceans or Penguins
  • Recorded World of Wildlife program with 3-4 animal ambassadors
In-person
  • Booth style program, with biofacts and interactive activites

Travel Restrictions
We offer programming up to 90 miles from the Minnesota Zoo within the state of Minnesota. Virtual programs are offered for locations near or further away.

Minnesota can experience extreme, and often unpredictable, weather. For the safety and welfare of our staff, we may need to cancel/reschedule your program due to extreme weather, air quality concerns and/or hazardous travel conditions.

For all outdoor events, a shaded and rain-protected area is required. An alternate indoor location is encouraged.

Cancellation Fees
Cancellations made more than two weeks prior to the program will receive a refund of 75% of the program fee. No refunds will be made less than two weeks prior to the program.

Scheduling a Program
To schedule a program, please complete the Outreach Request Form to submit a request. Please note: Programs must be requested more than 2 weeks in advance. Full payment is due 2 weeks in advance. If you have any other questions, email us at [email protected].

Reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis up to six months in advance. Many dates are filled months ahead, so make your reservations as early as possible to ensure your preferred date.