WCS Zoos
Classes in NYC
WCS Zoos, part of the Wildlife Conservation Society, inspire conservation through education, science, and immersive experiences that connect people with wildlife. With over a century of expertise, WCS works globally to protect species and wild places while fostering respect and appreciation for nature.
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Evening with the Gorillas (Ages 21+)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY
Join us after-hours in the Congo Gorilla Forest to meet some of the experts that care for our gorilla troops. While you chat with a zookeeper enjoy wine, appetizers, and activities to learn more about the Bronx Zoo gorillas and how you can help gorillas in the wild. This program includes walking outside. All paths are wheelchair accessible. This ticket is per person and for adults ages 21 and up.
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$90
Mini Marine Medics (Ages 3-8 with Adult)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 602 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Bring your vet-in-training to learn what it takes to care for the aquatic animals here at the NY Aquarium. Go behind the scenes and get up close while experiencing how our veterinarians and keepers work together to keep our scaly, furry, and feathered friends happy and healthy. Note: This program is for children ages 3-8. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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$60
Breakfast with the Seals & Sea Lions (Ages 3-8)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 602 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Bring your family to enjoy a light meal, fun activities, and a private visit to our Sea Cliffs exhibit. Try out your very own "blubber" coat, learn to hold your breath like a seal, and create, play and move together to learn about these aquatic, furry friends. We'll finish with a live animal encounter! This ticket is for one child ages 3-8 and a caregiver.
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$45
Children's Zoo Goes Blue (All Ages)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY
To celebrate Autism Awareness Month, we welcome children with autism and their families to enjoy the Children's Zoo before the Zoo opens! Enjoy light snacks, meet one of our smaller ambassador animals up close, and get early access to our Children's Zoo exhibit and feed our barnyard animals! Tickets are per person. All ages are welcome, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
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$35
The Zoo: Big Bear Mornings (All Ages)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY
Rise and Shine at the Bronx Zoo! Bring your "cubs" along for an unforgettable way to start your morning! Enjoy light snacks as you learn more about our big bears and how we care for them. Afterwards meet one of our smaller ambassador animals and get early access to watch as our bears go out on exhibit. All ages are welcome. Tickets are per person, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
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$45
Bronx Zoo Mornings: Hyenas (All Ages)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY
Your morning just got wild with this special before-hours program! After meeting an animal up close, you will get to watch our zoo animals enjoy their morning enrichment and chat with a zookeeper who cares for them! Bring along your cubs and learn all about hyenas. This program includes walking outside. All paths are wheelchair and stroller accessible. Please Note: Tickets are per person. All ages are welcome, and children must be accompanied...
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$45
Dinos After Hours (All Ages)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY
Join us for a Dino-Mite evening learning all about prehistoric pals! You and your family will meet a modern-day "dinosaur" up close, compare the bones of dinosaurs and modern animals, and have an exclusive after-hours tour of Dino Safari! All ages are welcome, however this program is recommended for ages 5 and up. Pizza dinner is included. Tickets are per person, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
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$45
Keeper for a Day (Grades K-3)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 450 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Think you've got what it takes to be a zookeeper? Put your skills to the test during this hands-on, interactive program. Your Jr Keeper will get to test their skills during this hands-on, interactive program, going behind the scenes to learn about the daily responsibilities of Central Park Zoo Keepers. November 21, 2021 Junior Keepers: Children's Zoo December 12, 2021 Junior Keepers: Mammals This experience is for children in K-3rd grade....
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$36
Baboon Breakfast (All Ages)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 450 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
The whole family will enjoy time with a wild troop of baboons! Visit the zoo early, meet animals up-close, and make a special treat for these amazing primates. Tickets are per person, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
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$30
Early Birds (All Ages)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY
Bring your flock and learn more about the birds that call the Bronx Zoo home. You and your family will learn from one of our bird experts, meet an animal up close, and take a walk through the Zoo to learn about the birds that live in and outside of our exhibits. Please note: This program includes walking outside on uneven surfaces. All ages are welcome. Tickets are per person, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
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$30
Pajama Story Time (Ages 4 and up)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 53-51 111th St, Corona, NY
Come in your favorite pajamas and join us for fun evening activities and stories. We are excited to bring back this popular evening event! Night-Time Animals - Oct 22, 2021 Familes will join staff during an after hours tour of the Zoo. Learn about bats, owls, and other night-time wildlife, and celebrate the evening with snacks, live-animal encounters, and storytimes. Night-Time Mystery - November 12, 2021 Familes will join staff...
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$24
Zoo Club (Ages 6-10)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 450 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
A new animal adventure awaits every Saturday afternoon with Zoo Club. Children, ages 6 and up, will meet animals up-close, make new zoo friends, and explore exhibits each week. Activities will vary week to week but include scavenger hunts, hands-on animal science, and behind-the-scenes experiences. Join the fun for one week or every week. This program is families with children ages 6-10.Tickets are sold per person, adults are not required...
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$30
Bronx Zoo Mornings: Jungle World (All Ages)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY
Your morning just got wild with this special before-hours program! Bring the family to learn all about the rainforest with one of our expert educators! Find out more about these unique and important ecosystems through hands-on activities and an up-close visit from a live rainforest animal. Then, visit Jungle World to see animals enjoy their morning enrichment and chat with a zookeeper who cares for them! All ages are welcome. Tickets are...
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$45
Bronx Zoo Mornings: Big Cats (All Ages)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY
Your morning just got wild with this special before-hours program! After meeting an animal up close, you will get to watch our zoo animals enjoy their morning enrichment and chat with a zookeeper who cares for them! Your family will test their big cat knowledge, investigate big cat skulls, and learn about the Bronx Zoo's big cat residents.
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$45
Girl Scout Earth Day Celebration (Grades K-12)
WCS Zoos See all classes by this school @ 450 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Girl Scouts: Join us for fun activities as we celebrate Earth Day at the Zoo! Participate in an exciting scavenger hunt in search of Letterboxes and Geocaches and practice Leave No Trace along the way! Earn badges, meet animals, sing songs, and receive an event patch. Bring SWAPS to trade. Event is held rain or shine. This program is for children in grades K-12. Adults can be added on at check-out for regular adult admission price.
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$10
Reviews of WCS Zoos
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Zoo Views (Ages 18+)
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Jr. Zoo Club (Ages 0-6)
It was such a great way to spend the morning! My son loved it and even made a few friends. It is wonderful being able to explore the discovery center before it opens to the public, and they brought out rescued bunny to show the kids. Great story time which was relevant to learning about the zoo. Initially, I was kinda annoyed that we had to buy tickets for the adults as well as the kids. But I realized that since zoo admission is included, you are basically only really paying for the kids. And the adults, it's like a $2 difference between the cost of admission. -
Scout Day: ZooMazing Race Around the Zoo
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Morning with the Animals (Ages 3-8 w/ Adult)
My son loved the class. All fees associated with the parent remaining with the child should be made clear. It should clear say that parent must purchase a ticket as well! -
Morning with the Animals (Ages 3-8 w/ Adult)
My son loved the class! The issue I had was with coursehorse. It should be made extremely clear that the parent has to pay an additional fee for him/ herself along with the class fee for the child. Not that the parent must remain with the child. It leave you to assume that as long as you pay for your child ticket and is willing to stay on premises that it only one fee related to the class. -
Thinking Green (Ages 2+ with an Adult)
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Zoo Views (Ages 18+)
Not so much a photography class inasmuch as a photo opportunity! Judy and the team at the Zoo were a pleasure to spend the morning with. Having the opportunity to experience the zoo prior to the public opening was worth the price of admission alone. For the Valentines event, heart shaped treats in prime locations were provided to the animals once our group was situated leading to wonderful photo opportunities. The group was a good size, with enough viewing spots to not need to climb on-top of each other. Admission tickets were provided at the end for those wishing to spend additional time at the zoo. Will definitely be back! -
In the Mood Series: Spring Fling (21+)
