Lots of fun things lined up at the Birmingham Zoo this month!
First up, PikaZoo A Pokemon Go Event:
You’re invited to PikaZOO, a special nighttime Pokémon Go event at the Birmingham Zoo from 5:30-7:30pm on Thursday, August 25. Enjoy 2 hours of non-stop lures at the Zoo’s 25 Pokéstops, and battle one another at the Zoo’s 2 gyms. All Zoo pathways will be open, animals will not be on exhibit. A special Poké Express train ride will be offered for $1 – hop on board and hatch your eggs while you ride and catch Pokémon!
This event is $5 for admission, and train rides are $1. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes as you take on the Pokémon at the Zoo!
*Other attractions will not be open. Inside exhibits will not be open. Dino Discovery is included in the $5 admission price. Half-price Pokemon Go admission cannot be used on nighttime events
And then… Fairytales and Frog Days:
Princes, princesses and all other fairytale characters are invited to the Birmingham Zoo to join the celebration of Fairytales & Frog Day on Saturday, August 27, from 10am-1pm. Festivities are free for Members or with paid admission to the Zoo.
Children are encouraged to dress up in their favorite costume for the magical day where fairytales come alive. All royal subjects attending will receive a crown and have a chance to get their face painted. Photo opportunities will be plentiful as several costumed characters will be present to entertain the attendees.
Fairytales and Frog Day will also feature special keeper chats and animal demonstrations, a DJ providing dance music, arts and crafts and a “Toad”ally awesome sampling booth provided by Coca-Cola.
This event will be held behind the Schaeffer Eye Center Wildlife Stage.
