Tots & Turtles
Registration for the 2026 sessions is open now!
Children 2 - 4 years old with a parent/guardian
Tots & Turtles is a six-week toddler & parent/guardian education program for children ages two to four that will introduce your child to interactive environments filled with learning opportunities. Each week children and parents/guardians will meet a new animal friend and take part in activities designed to assist with toddler development.
Each one-hour session is limited to 15 children to ensure individual attention. A 1:1 child-to-adult ratio is required for this program. Siblings are not allowed to attend with participants. Lessons are created and taught by the Zoo's Education team.
Cost:
Zoo Members • $125
Non-Members • $145
Important Information
Reservations are non-refundable and credit will not be given for no-shows, missed days, or cancellations. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to a form to fill out with participant and guardian information. Please complete this form prior to the start of your session.
Remaining 2026 Sessions
All sessions are from 9:00 to 10:00am, with complimentary Zoo admission afterward.
Each 2026 seasonal session (summer, fall, winter) features a different curriculum, so participants can enjoy new activities and learning experiences throughout the year!
2026 Summer Sessions
Tuesday Session
Every Tuesday from August 18 - September 22
August 18, August 25, September 1, September 8, September 15, September 22
Wednesday Session
Every Wednesday from August 19 - September 23
August 19, August 26, September 2, September 9, September 16, September 23
Thursday Session
Every Thursday from August 20 - September 24
August 20, August 27, September 3, September 10, September 17, September 24
2026 Fall Sessions
Tuesday Session
Every Tuesday from September 29 - November 3
September 29, October 6, October 13, October 20, October 27, November 3
Wednesday Session
Every Wednesday from September 30 - November 4
September 30, October 7, October 14, October 21, October 28, November 4
Thursday Session
Every Thursday from October 1 - November 5
October 1, October 8, October 15, October 22, October 29, November 5
2026 Winter Sessions
Tuesday Session
Every Tuesday from November 10 - December 15
November 10, November 17, November 24, December 1, December 8, December 15
Wednesday Session
Every Wednesday from November 11 - December 16
November 11, November 18, November 25, December 2, December 9, December 16
Thursday Session
About every Thursday from November 12 - December 17
November 12, November 19, November 23 (this is a Monday, due to the Thanksgiving holiday), December 3, December 10, December 17
Registration for 2027 Tots & Turtles Sessions will open in December.
2027 Winter Sessions
All sessions are from 9:00 to 10:00am, with complimentary Zoo admission afterward.
The 2027 winter session will have the same curriculum as the 2026 winter session.
Tuesday Session
Every Tuesday from January 12 - February 16
January 12, January 19, January 26, February 2, February 9, February 16
Wednesday Session
Every Wednesday from January 13 - February 17
January 13, January 20, January 27, February 3, February 10, February 17
Thursday Session
About every Thursday from January 1 - February 18
January 14, January 21, January 28, February 4, February 11, February 18
2027 Spring Sessions
All sessions are from 9:00 to 10:00am, with complimentary Zoo admission afterward.
The 2027 spring session will have a fresh curriculum featuring new snacks and crafts.
Tuesday Session
Every Tuesday from March 23 - April 27
March 23, March 30, April 6, April 13, April 20, April 27
Wednesday Session
Every Wednesday from March 24 - April 28
March 24, March 31, April 7, April 14, April 21, April 28
Thursday Session
About every Thursday from March 25 - April 29
March 25, April 1, April 8, April 15, April 22, April 29
Questions?
Contact the Education Team by emailing jchestnut@lincolnzoo.org or calling 402.475.6741 ext. 137
