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Monday 10am - 4pm Tuesday 10am - 4pm Wednesday 10am - 4pm Thursday 10am - 4pm Friday 10am - 4pm Saturday 10am - 4pm Sunday 10am - 4pm

Brandywine Zoo

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Delaware's only AZA-accredited Zoo. We’re a small and mighty Zoo located in Brandywine Park, Wilm, DE

The Brandywine Zoo is a member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and is one of over 200 accredited zoos in North America, a distinction that marks its commitment to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for the visitor and a better future for all living things.

11/11/2026

🇺🇸 Honoring Those Who Serve 🦅🐾

🎖️ FREE ADMISSION on November 11 for all veterans and active military personnel with a valid ID or proof of service.

We invite you to enjoy a day exploring the zoo, connecting with wildlife, and making special memories with us!

❤️🤍💙 Thank you for your service.

🐒 www.brandywinezoo.org

11/10/2026

🎅🎄 Santa Claus is Coming to Town!

📅 Saturday, December 5 & Sunday, December 6
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
📍 Brandywine Zoo | Wilmington, DE

🎅 Meet Santa, share your holiday wishes, and snap a festive photo!
🎶 Enjoy live music, holiday activities, educational fun, and local vendors!

🎁 Spread the Holiday Cheer with Toys for Tots! ❤️

The Brandywine Zoo is proud to be a Toys for Tots drop-off location! Help make the season brighter for children in need by bringing a toy to donate. Donations are welcome from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

🎟️ Tickets:
• Zoo Members: $4
• Non-Members: $8
• Children Under 3: FREE

Even Zoo members must register, so reserve your spot and join us for a holiday tradition filled with joy, wildlife, and giving back!

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11/06/2026

🐢🌿 Slow Down and Discover Something Amazing at the Brandywine Zoo! 🌿🐢

Looking for a little wildlife adventure this week? Come explore our BRAND NEW Hidden Falls habitat and meet our 2 red-footed tortoises! 🐢❤️

Native to South America, these incredible reptiles are known for their beautiful dark shells and markings on their legs and heads.

🌟 Did You Know?
🐢 Red-footed tortoises can live 50 years or more.
🍓 They love munching on fruits, flowers, grasses, and leafy plants.
🌧️ They're especially active during the day and right after it rains.

🌴 There's so much to discover at Hidden Falls! Bring the family, explore our new habitat, and get an up-close look at these amazing animals.

📍 Brandywine Zoo | Wilmington, DE
🕙 Open Daily: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

🐢 Learn more: brandywinezoo.org/animals/red-footed-tortoise

💚 Take it slow, explore something new, and make some wild memories this week!

11/05/2026

you may be wondering.. "why are bugs so important?" but they actually play a great many roles in our ecosystems, as predators, prey, decomposers, and more!

11/04/2026

Looking for a wild holiday gift idea? 🎁🐒

The Brandywine Zoo’s ADOPT Program is a fun and meaningful way to celebrate the season while supporting the animals you love. Pair an animal adoption with this squirrel monkey plush for an extra cute surprise!

It’s the perfect gift for animal lovers of all ages—and a great way to help support wildlife care, education, and conservation at the zoo. 💙

Give a gift that’s memorable and meaningful this holiday season!

Available soon on our website.

11/03/2026

❄️ LAST CALL FOR CRAFT VENDORS! 🎄🛍️

The Brandywine Zoo is looking for a few more craft vendors to join us for our festive Winter Wonderland celebration!

Showcase your handmade creations, unique gifts, and holiday treasures while connecting with visitors in a fun and festive atmosphere! 🎁✨

📅 Saturday, December 5
⏰ 12:30–4:00 PM

🎨 Craft vendors only! Food vendor spaces are already filled.

Don't miss your chance to be part of the holiday magic! Table vendor fee will be waived for this event.

👉 Apply today: brandywinezoo.org/brandywine-zoo-vendor-application

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from all of us here at Brandywine Zoo! 🎃

📸: Keepers Emily and Sarah

10/30/2026

Happy World Lemur Day!

Brandywine Zoo is proud to care for 3 species of lemurs in our Madagascar habitat, along with radiated tortoises and guineafowl.

You'll find black and white ruffed lemurs, ring-tailed lemurs and crowned lemurs here, but did you know there are 112 different species found ONLY in Madagascar?

Lemurs are the most endangered group of mammals on the planet with 98% of those species classified as endangered. Risks to their conservation are habitat loss, climate change, poaching, and invasive species. How can a Delawarean help? The good news is that anyone can help save lemurs, no matter where you live!

Great examples include:

🌿 Visit Brandywine Zoo, learn about lemurs and share what you've learned
🌿 Reduce your carbon footprint
🌿 Fundraise and/or donate to lemur conservation groups
🌿 Get involved in conservation groups that support Malagasy people

Brandywine Zoo is a proud supporter of the Madagascar Biodiversity Partnership (MBP) through the conservation grant fund. MBP plants fast growing pioneer trees in 4 different field sites in Madagascar in an effort to rebuild habitats while involving Malagasy people. As of June, this year, MBP has planted over 8 million trees! Help our conservation partner by donating at madagascarpartnership.org.

Want to learn more about lemurs and their conservation? Visit the Lemur Conservation Network at lemurconservationnetwork.org.

10/29/2026

through camera trapping, we're able to learn a lot about our local wildlife! with this information, we can better monitor their health and our impact as well as gather more data for scientists to use!

10/28/2026

🐒🌿 Monkey Around at the Brandywine Zoo This Week! 🌿🐒

Looking for a little adventure this week? Swing by the Brandywine Zoo and meet one of our newest residents, the Guianan Squirrel Monkey at our new Hidden Falls habitat! 🐒💚

These curious little primates are full of personality! With their long tails, playful nature, and love of exploring, they're sure to bring a smile to your face.

🐾 Bring the family, explore something new, and discover the wonders of wildlife right here in Wilmington!

Address

1001 N Park Drive
Wilmington, DE
19802

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

(302) 571-7788

Website

http://www.brandywinezoo.org/

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