Date: September 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Price of Admission: Included with your paid admission or membership to the Zoo
Join two great adventurers on two great week-ends of fun. Each week-end will be filled with special activities and attractions such as pumpkin carving, country music, kid friendly entertainment and many other seasonal treats.
Don't Miss out on seeing Dora the Explorer on September 11 & 12 when she is Grand Marshall of our Country Character Caravan. Dora will also be available for several Meet & Greets through out the day. Be sure to stop by guest relations for your free vouchers to be a part of these limited encounters.
Then on September 18 & 19, Jungle Jack Hanna comes home and takes to the stage with all of his animal friends at the Animals on Safari Stage. Jack will also be on hand for a book signing/autograph sessions at various times throughout the day.
Have a ball this Fall with the following activities:
Dora the Explorer Meet & Greet (September 11 & 12 only)
Meet the famous adventurer and have the chance to take a picture with her at the Indoor Activity Pavilion near Conservation Lake
Daily at 12:30 p.m. , 2:45 p.m. , 5:00 p.m.
** guests must stop by the guest relations booth at the front of the Zoo for their free vouchers to take part in the meet and greet. Space is limited and is on a first come first served basis
Jack Hanna LIVE! on stage (September 18 & 19 only)
Join Jungle Jack Hanna and his animal friends on the Animals on Safari Stage to hear about his adventures and animal antics.
Daily at 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
** Jack will be available for book signing/autographs between each performance
Country Character Caravan
Join your friends Polly Polar Bear, Patriot Eagle and the gang as they take the party to the streets in this musical celebration on wheels.
Daily at 11:30 a.m. , 1:45 p.m. , 4:00 p.m.
** On Sept 11 & 12, Dora the Explorer will be the Grand Marshall of the Caravans
Animals on Safari Show
Don't miss the amazing antics of nearly 100 exotic, barnyard and domestic animals, including many dogs and cats adopted from area shelters.
September 11 & 12 times: 12:00 p.m. , 2:00 p.m. , 4:00 p.m.
September 18 & 19 times: 4:00 p.m. only
** Please arrive early for doors close promptly at showtime
Animal Encounters Village
Stop by Jungle Jack's Landing to visit animals up close and personal all day long. Meet some furry, feathery friends up close. If an animal presentation is more your style, be sure to see our shows at 11:00 a.m, 1:00 p.m, and 3:00 p.m.
Bobbing For Apples - Animal Enrichment
Watch the animals bob for apples (or the equivelent) as they take part in our fall festival.
Saturdays ONLY.
September 11, 2010
9:30 a.m. Leopards in African Forest
10:00 a.m. Tiger Quolls in Australia and the Islands
10:00 a.m. Fishing Cats in Australia and the Islands
10:30 a.m. Sun Bears in Asia Quest
10:30 a.m. Bobcats in North America
11:00 a.m. River Otters in North America
12:00 p.m. Orangutans in Australia and the Islands
1:00 p.m. Aldabra Tortoises in Shores
1:30 p.m. Asian Elephants in Asia Quest
2:00 p.m. Arctic Fox in North America
2:00 p.m. Gorillas in African Forest
3:30 p.m. My Barn Animals in North America
September 18, 2010
9:30 a.m. Leopards in African Forest
10:00 a.m. Tiger Quolls in Australia and the Islands
10:00 a.m. Fishing Cats in Australia and the Islands
10:30 a.m. Sun Bears in Asia Quest
10:30 a.m. Bobcats in North America
11:00 a.m. Mandrills in African Forest
11:00 a.m. River Otters in North America
1:00 p.m. Aldabra Tortoises in Shores
1:30 p.m. Asian Small Clawed Otters in Australia and the Islands
1:30 p.m. Asian Elephants in Asia Quest
2:00 p.m. Arctic Fox in North America
2:00 p.m. Bonobos in African Forest
3:30 p.m. My Barn Animals in North America
** enrichment is an important part of the lives of evry animals at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.
Wood Carving Demonstrations
Watch the talented members of the Columbus Chippers Woodcarving Club create some detailed peices of art that will leave you in amazement. Located in the Shores region each day of the event.
Specialty Seasoal Treats
Village Coffee and Deli
Pumkin and Gingerbread Spice flavors
Ice Cream and Fudge Shop
Caramel & Candy Apples, Kettle Corn and Pumpkin Ice Cream
Flamingo Hideway
Goos Island Harvest Ale (draft)
And a whole lot more!